Client-focused design professional with architectural training, passionate about creating functional, aesthetically pleasing, and impactful spaces. Experienced in design workflow optimization, high-fidelity visualization, and client engagement to accelerate approvals and reduce revisions. Dedicated to continuous learning and improving design processes. Skilled across BIM and visualization tools, construction documentation, site measurements, and team coordination to ensure designs align with client needs and industry standards.

Jay Lad

Client-focused design professional with architectural training, passionate about creating functional, aesthetically pleasing, and impactful spaces. Experienced in design workflow optimization, high-fidelity visualization, and client engagement to accelerate approvals and reduce revisions. Dedicated to continuous learning and improving design processes. Skilled across BIM and visualization tools, construction documentation, site measurements, and team coordination to ensure designs align with client needs and industry standards.

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Client-focused design professional with architectural training, passionate about creating functional, aesthetically pleasing, and impactful spaces. Experienced in design workflow optimization, high-fidelity visualization, and client engagement to accelerate approvals and reduce revisions.

Dedicated to continuous learning and improving design processes. Skilled across BIM and visualization tools, construction documentation, site measurements, and team coordination to ensure designs align with client needs and industry standards.

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Work Experience

Design Intern at WeDesignBuild
June 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026
Developed a standardized library of Chief Architect templates to optimize the design workflow and reduce initial setup time, improving consistency across teams. Established structured construction documentation processes to enable smoother transitions from concept design to site execution. Conducted site measurements and created high-fidelity 3D renderings to support client engagement, accelerate approvals, and minimize design revisions.
Team Leader and Designer at The Matthew's House
October 1, 2023 - April 30, 2024
Coordinated team workflow and client communication, facilitating meetings to align client desires with team capabilities. Led the design and renovation of a multipurpose office for refugees, creating a welcoming interior space that supports diverse needs while staying within budget. Researched and sourced budget-friendly furniture options and produced detailed 3D renderings to communicate the vision to both employees and refugee residents.
Furniture Designer at The Bentway
August 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Collaborated with a team of 17 students to ideate, prototype, and refine multifunctional furniture solutions tailored to different age groups. Produced artistic drawings and contributed to the design process. Worked with a subgroup of three to hand-build two large lounger seats, improvising on-site to address unexpected challenges and meet tight deadlines.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Architecture) at University of Toronto
January 11, 2030 - July 24, 2026
Architecture Technician Diploma at George Brown College
January 11, 2030 - July 24, 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Architecture (Minor in Visual Studies and Environmental Studies) at University of Toronto
January 11, 2030 - July 24, 2026
Architecture Technician Diploma at George Brown College
January 11, 2030 - July 24, 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Architecture at University of Toronto
January 11, 2030 - July 24, 2026
Architecture Technician Diploma at George Brown College
January 11, 2030 - July 24, 2026

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Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Other