My design philosophy lies at the intersection of art, psychology, and culture. I’m drawn to how light, sound, and motion influence human emotion, which is why my works often explore healing architecture, mental wellness, and spatial rhythm. I believe design should be alive, responsive to the people who move through it. My creative journey extends into teaching, research, film production, graphic media, and visual storytelling, focusing on how design can evoke emotion, shape perception, and foster well-being.…

Zulaikha Nisa (Lyka Dee)

My design philosophy lies at the intersection of art, psychology, and culture. I’m drawn to how light, sound, and motion influence human emotion, which is why my works often explore healing architecture, mental wellness, and spatial rhythm. I believe design should be alive, responsive to the people who move through it. My creative journey extends into teaching, research, film production, graphic media, and visual storytelling, focusing on how design can evoke emotion, shape perception, and foster well-being.…

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January 1, 2026

My design philosophy lies at the intersection of art, psychology, and culture. I’m drawn to how light, sound, and motion influence human emotion, which is why my works often explore healing architecture, mental wellness, and spatial rhythm. I believe design should be alive, responsive to the people who move through it. My creative journey extends into teaching, research, film production, graphic media, and visual storytelling, focusing on how design can evoke emotion, shape perception, and foster well-being.

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Language

Malay
Fluent
English
Advanced
Korean
Intermediate

Work Experience

English Tutor (Part-Time) at Lucid Academy, South Korea
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Led interactive classroom sessions using role-play, visual aids, and situational conversation to strengthen students’ confidence in English communication. Assessed student performance through class participation, quizzes, and oral evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Assistant Production Manager (Freelance) at Zeel Production Sdn Bhd, Malaysia
December 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Oversaw script breakdown & continuity, maintaining accurate records of shooting duration, dialogue sequence, & wardrobe consistency. Prepared daily call sheets and production logs, outlining next-day shooting routines & technical setups.
Assistant Architect (Freelance) at Fariz Hilmi Associates, Malaysia
December 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018
Participated in site visits and field coordination, recording measurements, verifying as-built conditions, and supporting design adjustments on-site. Produced detailed architectural documentation, including floor plans, elevations, and sections for design submissions and approvals.

Education

Master in Science Environmental Design at Jeonbuk National University, South Korea
September 1, 2023 - September 22, 2025
Researched the relationship between spatial settings and human experience, specifically how visual and material factors influence perception and emotional reaction. Research writing, concept creation, and research-based project exploration helped me hone my analytical, documentation, and design presentation skills.
Korean Language at Dongseo University, South Korea
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023
Completed an intensive, practice-based Korean language program focused on daily communication, academic interaction, and cultural literacy. Developed practical speaking, listening, and writing skills through real-life conversation practice, and cultural immersion activities, enabling effective cross-cultural communication in professional and social environments.
Bachelor of Science (Honors) Architectural Design at City University Malaysia, Malaysia
March 1, 2017 - August 1, 2020
Completed practical-based, studio-centered architectural training focused on spatial planning, design development, technical drafting, and visual presentation. Gained hands-on experience translating conceptual ideas into architectural drawings, physical models, and design proposals across a variety of user needs and site contexts.
Foundation in Arts at City University Malaysia, Malaysia
March 1, 2016 - March 31, 2017
Completed practical-based foundational studies in visual composition, drawing, color theory, and creative development. Built core artistic skills through hands-on studio practice and introductory design exploration, forming the basis for further architectural and visual design study.
Master in Science Environmental Design at Jeonbuk National University
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2025
Korean Language at Dongseo University
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023
Bachelor of Science (Honors) Architectural Design at City University Malaysia
March 1, 2017 - August 1, 2020
Foundation in Arts at City University Malaysia
March 1, 2016 - March 1, 2017

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction
    paper Architecture + Art Portfolio
    My Architecture and Art Portfolio reflects my identity as a designer who works at the intersection of architecture, illustration, storytelling, and cultural memory. Across both built and visual works, I explore how light, rhythm, materiality, and emotion shape human experience. My architectural projects focus on human-centered design-ranging from mental-wellness environments and community spaces to vernacular reinterpretations—while my art practice captures narrative, character, and mood through digital drawing, sketching, and visual sequences. Together, these disciplines strengthen my ability to communicate ideas conceptually and spatially. Whether designing therapeutic spaces, youth-centered urban facilities, or culture-inspired structures, I approach each work through both research and narrative-using environmental analysis, vernacular studies, biomimicry, and conceptual storytelling to build designs that feel alive and empathetic. My art reinforces this process by sharpening my sense of composition, emotion, and visual clarity, allowing me to craft architectural drawings that are expressive, precise, and experiential. Ultimately, my portfolio demonstrates how I merge architectural thinking with artistic intuition, creating work that connects people to space, culture, and emotion. graphicdesigner artwork sketches designer versatility interiorarchitecturaldesigner branddesigner logodesigner…