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I’m Maham Shahbaz, an architect and interior designer with five years of overseas experience delivering over 30 interior design projects for residential, commercial, and healthcare spaces. I specialize in concept design, 3D visualization, and sustainable material selection, leveraging Revit, AutoCAD, Lumion, and Photoshop to create functional, aesthetically pleasing interiors.
I’m currently based in Australia as a permanent resident and have collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop interiors for educational and healthcare facilities, as well as large-scale housing projects. I am excited to contribute to Australia’s dynamic design industry and continue delivering quality, sustainable interiors.
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Language
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Work Experience
Freelance Architect at Self-Employed / Remote
December 1, 2023 - November 20, 2025Provide conceptual design and visualizations for residential renovations in different cities, including Sydney, collaborating remotely with clients using AutoDesk Revit and Lumion to meet functional requirements. Develop renovation plans for commercial and residential buildings, integrating sustainable design solutions and client specifications. Conduct design research to stay up to date with global architectural trends and technologies.
Architectural Intern at Architecture and Civil Engineering Services (ACES), Pakistan
August 31, 2017 - August 31, 2017Assisted in design research, drafting, and model development using AutoCAD and SketchUp. Supported site supervision and collaborated with senior architects on material selection.
Architectural Intern at Naveed Aslam & Associates, Pakistan
July 31, 2015 - July 31, 2015Contributed to architectural drawings and conducted research on design trends.
Architectural Intern at Naveed Aslam & Associates
July 1, 2015 - July 1, 2015Contributed to architectural drawings and conducted research on design trends.
Architectural Intern at Architecture and Civil Engineering Services (ACES)
July 1, 2016 - July 1, 2016Assisted in design research, drafting, and model development using AutoCAD and SketchUp; supported site supervision; collaborated with senior architects on material selection and sustainable design.
Architectural Intern at Architecture and Civil Engineering Services (ACES)
August 31, 2017 - August 31, 2017Assisted in design research, drafting, and model development; supported site supervision; collaborated with senior architects on material selection and sustainable design.
Freelance Architect at Self-Employed
December 2, 2023 - November 20, 2025Provide conceptual design and visuals for residential renovations in different cities, including Sydney; collaborate remotely with clients using AutoCAD, Revit and Lumion to meet functional requirements. Develop renovation plans for commercial and residential buildings, integrating sustainable design solutions; align with client specifications. Conduct design research to stay up to date with global architectural trends and technologies.
Architect at Ministry of Defence – Directorate of Design and Consultancy, Pakistan
December 2, 2019 - November 2, 2023Contributed to interior design and spatial planning for diverse projects including healthcare, residential, and educational spaces; delivered over 30 projects with emphasis on aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability. Supported large-scale affordable housing layouts, designing 245 residential units with communal spaces using Revit and AutoCAD. Collaborated with specialists (pediatrics, cardiology) to create functional interior designs for healthcare facilities, ensuring regulatory compliance. Designed sustainable interiors for a residential farm house incorporating passive cooling and locally sourced materials. Conducted site assessments and client consultations to develop interior solutions for educational and residential spaces; produced 3D visualizations and presentation materials using Lumion and Photoshop to communicate concepts to stakeholders.
Architectural Intern at ACES, Pakistan
June 1, 2016 - July 1, 2016Assisted in drafting interior layouts and selecting materials for residential and commercial projects using AutoCAD and SketchUp. Supported senior designers in creating mood boards and researching sustainable design trends.
Architectural Intern at ACES, Pakistan
July 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017Assisted in drafting interior layouts and selecting materials for residential and commercial projects using AutoCAD and SketchUp. Supported senior designers in creating mood boards and researching sustainable design trends.
Freelance Architect at Self-Employed (Remote)
December 2, 2023 - PresentDelivered conceptual interior designs and visualizations for residential renovations across multiple cities, including Sydney; collaborated remotely with clients using Revit and Lumion to achieve aesthetic and functional goals. Developed interior layouts and renovation plans for commercial and residential spaces, integrating sustainable materials and client-specific design preferences.
Architectural Intern at Architectural Civil Engineering Services (ACES), Pakistan
July 2, 2017 - August 2, 2017Assisted in design research, drafting, and model development using AutoCAD and SketchUp. Supported site supervision and collaborated with senior architects on material selection and sustainable design.
Architect at Ministry of Defence – Directorate of Design and Consultancy
December 1, 2019 - November 1, 2023Contributed to interior design and spatial planning for diverse projects, including healthcare, residential, and educational spaces, delivering over 30 projects with a focus on aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability. Supported interior layouts for a large-scale affordable housing project (90,833 sq ft), designing 245 residential units with communal spaces using Revit and AutoCAD. Collaborated with specialists (e.g., pediatrics, cardiology) to create functional interior designs for healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Architectural Intern at Naveed Aslam & Associates, Pakistan
June 1, 2016 - July 1, 2016Contributed to interior design drawings and conducted research on aesthetic trends for residential projects.
Freelance Architect at Self-Employed / Freelance (Remote)
December 1, 2023 - PresentDelivered conceptual interior design solutions for residential, commercial, and educational spaces with a focus on aesthetics, functionality, and sustainable materials; produced 3D visualizations and presentations using Revit, Lumion, and Photoshop; collaborated with clients across multiple cities to achieve design goals.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) at COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) at COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) at COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) at COMSATS University, Islamabad
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) at COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018Gold Medal for Highest GPA in B.Arch at COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan
January 1, 2018 - March 29, 2026Qualifications
Registered Architect
June 1, 2019 - November 20, 2025AACA Provisional Assessment for Overseas Qualifications
May 1, 2022 - November 20, 2025Affiliate RAIA Credential
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025Gold Medal for Highest GPA in B.Arch
January 1, 2019 - November 20, 2025Mehdi Ali Mirza Award for Academic Excellence in B.Arch
December 1, 2019 - November 20, 2025Overseas Qualification Assessment (Provisional)
May 1, 2022 - November 20, 2025Registered Architect
June 1, 2019 - November 20, 2025Affiliate of the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA)
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025RAIA Credential ID 241689
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025Gold Medal for highest GPA in B.Arch, COMSATS University, Islamabad
January 1, 2019 - November 20, 2025Overseas Qualification Assessment (Provision al)
May 1, 2022 - February 10, 2026Affiliate RAIA Credential
January 1, 2022 - February 10, 2026Registered Architect (PCATP)
June 1, 2019 - February 10, 2026Gold Medal for Highest GPA in B.Arch
January 1, 2018 - February 10, 2026Mehdi Ali Mirza Award for Academic Excellence in B.Arch
December 1, 2019 - February 10, 2026Overseas Qualification Assessment (Provisional)
May 1, 2022 - March 29, 2026Registered Architect, Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners (PCATP)
January 11, 2030 - March 29, 2026Affiliate Member, Australian Institute of Architects
January 11, 2030 - March 29, 2026Architect Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA) Overseas Qualification Assessment (Provisional)
May 1, 2022 - March 29, 2026Industry Experience
Real Estate & Construction, Healthcare, Education, Professional Services, Other, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Government
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