I am a multidisciplinary designer specializing in translating creative concepts into practical, functional solutions across architecture and design production. I bring technical precision and aesthetic insight to every project, and I thrive in collaborative environments where initiative and hands-on fabrication are valued. I work across design concepts, concept development, and fabrication, with experience in lighting installations, large-scale visualization, and complex architectural projects. I adapt quickly to diverse design challenges and am committed to delivering impactful, well-rounded results.

Abdullah Al Rifai

I am a multidisciplinary designer specializing in translating creative concepts into practical, functional solutions across architecture and design production. I bring technical precision and aesthetic insight to every project, and I thrive in collaborative environments where initiative and hands-on fabrication are valued. I work across design concepts, concept development, and fabrication, with experience in lighting installations, large-scale visualization, and complex architectural projects. I adapt quickly to diverse design challenges and am committed to delivering impactful, well-rounded results.

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I am a multidisciplinary designer specializing in translating creative concepts into practical, functional solutions across architecture and design production. I bring technical precision and aesthetic insight to every project, and I thrive in collaborative environments where initiative and hands-on fabrication are valued.

I work across design concepts, concept development, and fabrication, with experience in lighting installations, large-scale visualization, and complex architectural projects. I adapt quickly to diverse design challenges and am committed to delivering impactful, well-rounded results.

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Language

English
Advanced
Arabic
Advanced

Work Experience

Designer II at Mirage Leisure & Development
November 1, 2023 - November 20, 2025
Key Projects: Visualization & Design of a Large Scale Residential Project in Saudi Arabia.
Architect at DEC Dynamic Studio
October 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Architect; Operator of the 400W Lasercutter and the Makerbot 3D Printers.
Architect at Fernando Menis Architects
March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
Key Projects: Al Diriyah Residential Complex, Dubai Creek Harbour Residential Towers
Freelance Designer at AUS X Ellington Properties
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Design & Fabrication of a Lighting Installation for the new Sheraa HQ.
Freelance Designer at AUS X Sheraa X Roar
December 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
PCFC Headquarters- DP World Flow Central
Fabrication Labs Assistant at American University of Sharjah, CAAD
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Freelance Architect at Shahira Fahmy Architects
February 1, 2022 - February 1, 2022
Experimentation using Advanced Fabrication Methods, supervision, planning of assembly process of a Lighting Installation.
Fabrication Labs Assistant at American University of Sharjah, CAAD
January 31, 2022 - January 31, 2022
Fabrication Labs Assistant at American University of Sharjah, CAAD
May 31, 2020 - May 31, 2020
Fabrication Labs Assistant at American University of Sharjah, CAAD
January 31, 2020 - January 31, 2020

Education

Bachelor of Art in Architecture (B-Arch) at American University of Sharjah
August 1, 2017 - May 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment, Other