I am a graduate in Architecture and Urban Planning from GUtech in Oman, currently working in the furniture industry as a Visual Merchandiser and Designer, blending technical skills with creative design to deliver engaging in-store experiences. My experience spans construction-focused design, CAD workflows, and retail merchandising, with international exposure and a passion for turning concepts into practical, visually compelling solutions. I enjoy creating seasonal displays and optimized layouts that enhance navigation, elevate product presentation, and drive customer engagement.

Wael Al Balushi

I am a graduate in Architecture and Urban Planning from GUtech in Oman, currently working in the furniture industry as a Visual Merchandiser and Designer, blending technical skills with creative design to deliver engaging in-store experiences. My experience spans construction-focused design, CAD workflows, and retail merchandising, with international exposure and a passion for turning concepts into practical, visually compelling solutions. I enjoy creating seasonal displays and optimized layouts that enhance navigation, elevate product presentation, and drive customer engagement.

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I am a graduate in Architecture and Urban Planning from GUtech in Oman, currently working in the furniture industry as a Visual Merchandiser and Designer, blending technical skills with creative design to deliver engaging in-store experiences. My experience spans construction-focused design, CAD workflows, and retail merchandising, with international exposure and a passion for turning concepts into practical, visually compelling solutions. I enjoy creating seasonal displays and optimized layouts that enhance navigation, elevate product presentation, and drive customer engagement.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Beginner
Hindi
Fluent

Work Experience

Design Engineer (Formwork Designer) at Dokam Muscat LLC
April 1, 2018 - July 1, 2020
Designed formwork for foundations, columns and walls; performed load calculations for concrete; developed fast and creative solutions for projects with different heights, shapes and forms; calculated materials for delivery.
Visual Merchandiser & Designer at IKEA Muscat
February 1, 2022 - September 1, 2024
Delivered creative home furnishing solutions and applied visual merchandising techniques to highlight products; designed seasonal displays aligned with commercial activity; optimized store layout and product presentation to improve navigation and support the buying process.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Urban Planning & Architectural Design at German University of Technology in Oman (GUtech)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2017
High School Diploma at Muscat Al Sult Subin Malik Private School
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Architecture Short Course at RWTH Aachen University
February 1, 2018 - March 1, 2018

Qualifications

Architecture Short Course (RWTH Aachen)
February 1, 2018 - March 1, 2018
Bachelor of Science, Urban Planning & Architectural Design
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2017

Industry Experience

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