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I am an experienced planning specialist focusing on the design and implementation of logistics and industrial buildings, with a strong emphasis on efficient spatial utilization, functional optimization, and integrating technical requirements into complex planning processes. I also bring extensive experience in working with existing structures, including renovations and extensions of listed heritage buildings, with a sustainability focus and a sensitive approach to historical fabric. My profile is defined by analytical rigor, high design standards, and a refined sense for context, functionality, and architectural integrity. Beyond practice, I lead AI and BIM initiatives within my teams and engage in independent brand design and research projects. I enjoy interdisciplinary collaboration, translating complex requirements into clear, actionable strategies, and mentoring colleagues and students to advance knowledge sharing and process improvements in design and planning.…I am an experienced planning specialist focusing on the design and implementation of logistics and industrial buildings, with a strong emphasis on efficient spatial utilization, functional optimization, and integrating technical requirements into complex planning processes. I also bring extensive experience in working with existing structures, including renovations and extensions of listed heritage buildings, with a sustainability focus and a sensitive approach to historical fabric. My profile is defined by analytical rigor, high design standards, and a refined sense for context, functionality, and architectural integrity. Beyond practice, I lead AI and BIM initiatives within my teams and engage in independent brand design and research projects. I enjoy interdisciplinary collaboration, translating complex requirements into clear, actionable strategies, and mentoring colleagues and students to advance knowledge sharing and process improvements in design and planning.

Kaushambi Mate

Architect, Designer, Interior Designer, +2

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I am an experienced planning specialist focusing on the design and implementation of logistics and industrial buildings, with a strong emphasis on efficient spatial utilization, functional optimization, and integrating technical requirements into complex planning processes. I also bring extensive experience in working with existing structures, including renovations and extensions of listed heritage buildings, with a sustainability focus and a sensitive approach to historical fabric. My profile is defined by analytical rigor, high design standards, and a refined sense for context, functionality, and architectural integrity. Beyond practice, I lead AI and BIM initiatives within my teams and engage in independent brand design and research projects. I enjoy interdisciplinary collaboration, translating complex requirements into clear, actionable strategies, and mentoring colleagues and students to advance knowledge sharing and process improvements in design and planning.…I am an experienced planning specialist focusing on the design and implementation of logistics and industrial buildings, with a strong emphasis on efficient spatial utilization, functional optimization, and integrating technical requirements into complex planning processes. I also bring extensive experience in working with existing structures, including renovations and extensions of listed heritage buildings, with a sustainability focus and a sensitive approach to historical fabric. My profile is defined by analytical rigor, high design standards, and a refined sense for context, functionality, and architectural integrity. Beyond practice, I lead AI and BIM initiatives within my teams and engage in independent brand design and research projects. I enjoy interdisciplinary collaboration, translating complex requirements into clear, actionable strategies, and mentoring colleagues and students to advance knowledge sharing and process improvements in design and planning.

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I am an experienced planning specialist focusing on the design and implementation of logistics and industrial buildings, with a strong emphasis on efficient spatial utilization, functional optimization, and integrating technical requirements into complex planning processes. I also bring extensive experience in working with existing structures, including renovations and extensions of listed heritage buildings, with a sustainability focus and a sensitive approach to historical fabric. My profile is defined by analytical rigor, high design standards, and a refined sense for context, functionality, and architectural integrity.

Beyond practice, I lead AI and BIM initiatives within my teams and engage in independent brand design and research projects. I enjoy interdisciplinary collaboration, translating complex requirements into clear, actionable strategies, and mentoring colleagues and students to advance knowledge sharing and process improvements in design and planning.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

German

Advanced

Hindi

Fluent

Marathi (Marāṭhī)

Intermediate

Bengali

Intermediate

Work Experience

Architectural Designer / Planning Specialist at PGSJ Planungsgesellschaft mbH

January 1, 2024 - Present

Planning and design of logistics and industrial buildings; functional planning and spatial optimization; coordination with planning teams and technical requirements. Core Member of Corporate Communications; BIM Team responsible for organizing and documenting BIM structures, templates, and training materials; Founding Member of AI Team advancing the office AI Initiative with tool testing and knowledge exchange platforms.

Architectural Designer / Conservation Specialist at RKW Architektur +

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024

Design and construction planning; façade planning and detailed design; model-based coordination within interdisciplinary teams; campus buildings planning and renovations; interior design for offices, seminar rooms, media/sound labs, and technical rooms. Projects include the comprehensive renovation of Building 23/1112 at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf and the new Cube 3 on RWTH Aachen Campus Hörn.

Assistant Professor at Jhulelal Institute of Architecture, RTM Nagpur University

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Taught courses in architectural theory and the history of contemporary architecture; contributed to development of academic courses and seminars.

Interdisciplinary Research Collaboration at Genießerakademie

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Interdisciplinary research on relationships between architecture, gastronomy, and urban culture as an extension of the master's thesis; development of observational and spatial research material focusing on social practices and urban encounters.

Brand Designer / Visual Strategist at Independent Freelance Practice

January 1, 2017 - Present

Designing brand identities, visual systems, and brand guidelines across culture, lifestyle, real estate, and sustainability; translating brand values into coherent visual language that blends contemporary aesthetics with heritage narratives.

Architectural Designer / Conservation Specialist at Jordan Müller Steinhauser – PAS Architekten

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022

Planning and implementation of projects in historic preservation, as well as renovation and expansion of existing buildings. Responsibilities included conceptual and construction design, façade design, interior design, competitions and project acquisition, 3D clash detection and visualization, and coordination with specialist planners and owners.

Independent Researcher / Co-author at Vernacular Branding Research

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2025

Co-authored a research-driven visual publication exploring identity, cultural memory, and post-colonial representation in contemporary branding; analyzed the circulation of cultural forms across local and global design economies.

Licensed Architect at Khushalani Associates

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014

Planning and execution of high-quality residential and commercial projects; design development and conceptual planning; architectural and interior design; coordination with planning teams and clients; involvement in competitions and project acquisitions.

Junior Architect at Associated Architects

January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013

Collaboration on architectural projects including residential construction, hotel development, integrated urban districts, and medical facilities; architectural planning and interior design; client coordination.