I am an Architectural Designer with international experience specializing in architectural and spatial design development. I have contributed to leading architectural practices in Canada and the UK, including Zaha Hadid Architects, delivering complex projects across multiple sectors. I develop design ideas and spatial solutions for workplace, residential, commercial, cultural, civic, mixed-use, and experience-driven environments. I support collaborative design processes and high-quality outcomes through parametric modeling, generative tools, and integrated BIM workflows. I am actively exploring emerging design technologies such as computational design workflows, AI-assisted design tools, and digital twin concepts shaping the future of architecture, interior, and experience design.

Sama elahi

I am an Architectural Designer with international experience specializing in architectural and spatial design development. I have contributed to leading architectural practices in Canada and the UK, including Zaha Hadid Architects, delivering complex projects across multiple sectors. I develop design ideas and spatial solutions for workplace, residential, commercial, cultural, civic, mixed-use, and experience-driven environments. I support collaborative design processes and high-quality outcomes through parametric modeling, generative tools, and integrated BIM workflows. I am actively exploring emerging design technologies such as computational design workflows, AI-assisted design tools, and digital twin concepts shaping the future of architecture, interior, and experience design.

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I am an Architectural Designer with international experience specializing in architectural and spatial design development. I have contributed to leading architectural practices in Canada and the UK, including Zaha Hadid Architects, delivering complex projects across multiple sectors.

I develop design ideas and spatial solutions for workplace, residential, commercial, cultural, civic, mixed-use, and experience-driven environments. I support collaborative design processes and high-quality outcomes through parametric modeling, generative tools, and integrated BIM workflows. I am actively exploring emerging design technologies such as computational design workflows, AI-assisted design tools, and digital twin concepts shaping the future of architecture, interior, and experience design.

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Language

English
Fluent
Persian
Advanced

Work Experience

Designer at Zaha Hadid Architects
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
Creative designer on a diverse portfolio including workplace, commercial, residential, civic, and cultural developments. Built and refined architectural and interior proposals from concept through design development, producing original studies of form, spatial experience, and project identity. Delivered competition packages and client presentations for international submissions, and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to advance proposals and coordinate deliverables.
Architectural Designer at MCMP Architecture
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Worked on high-rise office, residential, and hospitality projects through design development and working drawing stages. Designed residential unit layouts and townhouse configurations for multi-family housing; Maintained coordinated BIM models; Prepared rezoning submission packages; Coordinated consultant information within architectural documentation packages.
Architectural Designer at SAHURI + Partners Architecture Inc.
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Contributed to early design stages for residential and institutional projects; participated in schematic design development and development permit preparation. Assisted in the early-stage design of an office building and residential complex; Prepared drawings and presentation materials for institutional competition proposals; Produced architectural visualizations supporting design presentations; Coordinated consultant information within architectural drawing packages.

Education

Master of Architecture & Urbanism - Design Research Lab at Architectural Association School of Architecture, London, United Kingdom
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
BIM Certificate at Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Bachelor and Master of Architecture at Art and Architecture University, Tehran, Iran
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Master of Architecture & Urbanism-Design Research Lab at Architectural Association School of Architecture
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
BIM Certificate at Ryerson University
January 1, 2013 - April 6, 2026
Bachelor and Master of Architecture at Art and Architecture University- Tehran, Iran
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

BIM Certificate
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
BIM Certificate
January 1, 2013 - April 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment