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I am an architect with four years of experience delivering community, institutional, commercial, and large-scale government projects in Saudi Arabia. My work combines architectural design, BIM documentation, technical coordination, 3D visualization, and stakeholder collaboration. I am a LEED Green Associate and have a strong interest in sustainable design, vernacular materials, cultural identity, and human-centred urbanism. I am now broadening my practice toward urban systems thinking and smart, sustainable cities. My goal is to develop deeper expertise in spatial analytics, GIS, governance, and evidence-based design while continuing to create practical, culturally grounded environments. I enjoy learning independently, exploring digital and AI-assisted design tools, and working with diverse teams to turn complex briefs into clear and impactful spatial solutions.…I am an architect with four years of experience delivering community, institutional, commercial, and large-scale government projects in Saudi Arabia. My work combines architectural design, BIM documentation, technical coordination, 3D visualization, and stakeholder collaboration. I am a LEED Green Associate and have a strong interest in sustainable design, vernacular materials, cultural identity, and human-centred urbanism. I am now broadening my practice toward urban systems thinking and smart, sustainable cities. My goal is to develop deeper expertise in spatial analytics, GIS, governance, and evidence-based design while continuing to create practical, culturally grounded environments. I enjoy learning independently, exploring digital and AI-assisted design tools, and working with diverse teams to turn complex briefs into clear and impactful spatial solutions.

Ahmed Balla

Architect, AI Developer, Project Manager, +6

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I am an architect with four years of experience delivering community, institutional, commercial, and large-scale government projects in Saudi Arabia. My work combines architectural design, BIM documentation, technical coordination, 3D visualization, and stakeholder collaboration. I am a LEED Green Associate and have a strong interest in sustainable design, vernacular materials, cultural identity, and human-centred urbanism. I am now broadening my practice toward urban systems thinking and smart, sustainable cities. My goal is to develop deeper expertise in spatial analytics, GIS, governance, and evidence-based design while continuing to create practical, culturally grounded environments. I enjoy learning independently, exploring digital and AI-assisted design tools, and working with diverse teams to turn complex briefs into clear and impactful spatial solutions.…I am an architect with four years of experience delivering community, institutional, commercial, and large-scale government projects in Saudi Arabia. My work combines architectural design, BIM documentation, technical coordination, 3D visualization, and stakeholder collaboration. I am a LEED Green Associate and have a strong interest in sustainable design, vernacular materials, cultural identity, and human-centred urbanism. I am now broadening my practice toward urban systems thinking and smart, sustainable cities. My goal is to develop deeper expertise in spatial analytics, GIS, governance, and evidence-based design while continuing to create practical, culturally grounded environments. I enjoy learning independently, exploring digital and AI-assisted design tools, and working with diverse teams to turn complex briefs into clear and impactful spatial solutions.

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I am an architect with four years of experience delivering community, institutional, commercial, and large-scale government projects in Saudi Arabia. My work combines architectural design, BIM documentation, technical coordination, 3D visualization, and stakeholder collaboration. I am a LEED Green Associate and have a strong interest in sustainable design, vernacular materials, cultural identity, and human-centred urbanism.

I am now broadening my practice toward urban systems thinking and smart, sustainable cities. My goal is to develop deeper expertise in spatial analytics, GIS, governance, and evidence-based design while continuing to create practical, culturally grounded environments. I enjoy learning independently, exploring digital and AI-assisted design tools, and working with diverse teams to turn complex briefs into clear and impactful spatial solutions.

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Technical Illustration

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Arabic

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English

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Work Experience

Freelance Architect & Professional Development at Self-employed

April 1, 2026 - Present

Pursues independent architectural briefs across residential and commercial projects while developing a professional portfolio focused on community, institutional, commercial, sustainable, and culturally grounded design. Completed the McKinsey.org Forward Programme and participated in the Sudan Heritage Online Training Workshop through the Irkoni Project. Undertakes self-directed study in urban systems, spatial analytics, GIS, and smart cities frameworks in preparation for postgraduate study.

Architect at Topex — Ministry of Energy (Client)

December 1, 2023 - April 1, 2026

Supported design development, documentation, and spatial coordination for ministry-scale environments. Led spatial design and concept development for large institutional settings by translating client briefs into coherent architectural narratives. Produced schematic layouts, 3D visualizations, and technical coordination documents across multiple concurrent projects. Coordinated design communication with ministry stakeholders and contractors to align design intent with operational requirements and delivery schedules, using Revit, 3ds Max, and Adobe tools. Applied human-centered spatial thinking to balance function, experience, and institutional identity.

Architect at Ministry of Energy (Client) for Topex

December 1, 2022 - April 1, 2026

Led architectural design and technical coordination for large-scale government exhibitions and annual gathering events, contributing to environments exceeding 90,000 m² and accommodating more than 2,000 attendees. Developed full BIM documentation in Revit across concept, design development, construction documentation, and administration phases. Produced coordinated drawing packages, technical specifications, and 3D visualizations using 3ds Max and Adobe tools. Collaborated with contractors, engineers, and Ministry of Energy stakeholders to maintain design integrity and support on-time delivery. Contributed to Vision 2030 initiatives including Cityscape Riyadh and the Ministry of Energy Annual Gathering.

Junior Architect at KBA Design Studio

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Delivered interior architecture for commercial, retail, and F&B clients. Designed functional retail and restaurant environments with contextual material palettes and prepared full architectural drawing sets, Revit models, and photorealistic renders for client and contractor use. Contributed to FF&E schedules, local authority submissions, and active site coordination. Resolved technical design challenges through collaboration with the project team and produced constructible, innovative solutions across all project phases.

Freelance Architect & Design Consultant at Independent Practice

January 1, 2019 - Present

Provided architectural, interior design, visualization, and design consultancy services for private clients across Saudi Arabia and Sudan. Managed end-to-end project cycles independently, from client brief and concept design through technical drawings and construction follow-up. Applied sustainable and contextual design principles tailored to local climate, culture, and available materials, and developed brand-aligned spatial concepts and presentation packages for residential, commercial, and hospitality projects.