I am an architect and illustrator, blending structural precision with expressive storytelling. With over 12 years of experience across design, architecture, and illustration, I’ve cultivated a multidisciplinary approach that thrives on collaboration, curiosity, and clarity. My journey has taken me through technical teams, freelance projects, and educational spaces—each one sharpening my problem-solving skills and deepening my creative voice. As a self-taught illustrator and fast learner, I’m constantly expanding my toolkit and pushing the boundaries of visual communication.…

Safoura Abdi

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I am an architect and illustrator, blending structural precision with expressive storytelling. With over 12 years of experience across design, architecture, and illustration, I’ve cultivated a multidisciplinary approach that thrives on collaboration, curiosity, and clarity. My journey has taken me through technical teams, freelance projects, and educational spaces—each one sharpening my problem-solving skills and deepening my creative voice. As a self-taught illustrator and fast learner, I’m constantly expanding my toolkit and pushing the boundaries of visual communication.…

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I am an architect and illustrator, blending structural precision with expressive storytelling. With over 12 years of experience across design, architecture, and illustration, I’ve cultivated a multidisciplinary approach that thrives on collaboration, curiosity, and clarity. My journey has taken me through technical teams, freelance projects, and educational spaces—each one sharpening my problem-solving skills and deepening my creative voice. As a self-taught illustrator and fast learner, I’m constantly expanding my toolkit and pushing the boundaries of visual communication.

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Language

English
Advanced
Persian
Fluent

Work Experience

Architect at Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization of Iran
January 1, 2010 - Present
Inspected more than 20 research projects related to architectural and urban subjects and reviewed 23 architectural projects including rehabilitation and restoration. Managed contractors and consultants through research, design, and construction processes. Prepared innovative designs suited to the organization's principles, especially for museum design. Supervised a team of 5 architects and civil engineers to collect urban and architectural documents for 5 historic cities. Provided design criteria for three historic cities and directed over 380 clients during design and construction activities in historic areas of Rasht, Anzali, and Lahijan.
Architect (remote) at Tarh Chaharome Arya
January 1, 2012 - August 18, 2025
Collaborated in designing the 17 Shahrivar Children's Hospital of Rasht. Worked closely with a team consisting of a senior architect, architects, and engineers. Provided visualization and hand-rendered designs during the project. Also managed ordering supplies and inventory for efficient workflow.
Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Dariche Zehn Web Agency
March 1, 2017 - Present
Contributed to branding and digital design projects at a creative agency, focused on startups and small businesses. • Created logos, illustrations, and print materials for diverse clients • Led the complete visual design for Cafekado—a startup founded by the agency—including its logo, illustrations, sliders, icons, and all website assets • Produced social media graphic assets to boost engagement • Collaborated closely with a multidisciplinary team consist of UX designers, developers and project managers to deliver creative assets that elevated client brands. • Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to improve user experience and visual storytelling across web platforms

Education

Master of Architecture at University of Gilan
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor of Architecture at University of Gilan
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Government, Other
    paper Website Header Illustration — Visual Identity Project Group

    This illustration was created as a website header for a collaborative design initiative I joined with a few friends, where we explored visual identity projects for emerging brands. Our goal was to offer creative services with a fresh, dynamic approach, and this design served as the welcome visual on the site where we introduced our work.
    The illustration captures the essence of teamwork and creativity: four stylized figures are depicted in action—sketching, presenting, designing, and engaging. Each character represents a facet of the design process, from concept development to client interaction. Accompanying design elements such as an envelope, smartphone, and paint bucket reinforce our focus on branding and identity.
    The color palette—composed of soft blues, bright yellows, and clean whites—was chosen to evoke trust, energy, and clarity. The playful yet purposeful style sets a tone that’s both professional and approachable, ideal for communicating the value of visual storytelling.
    This piece was a meaningful milestone in my design journey, allowing me to explore illustration for digital interfaces and collaborative branding effortseated as a website header for a collaborative design initiative I joined with a few friends, where we explored visual identity projects for emerging brands. Our goal was to offer creative services with a fresh, dynamic approach, and this design served as the welcome visual on the site where we introduced our work.