I’m Malikha Khan, a designer and artist rooted in architecture, material craft, and visual storytelling. My work sits at the intersection of built environments, hand-made art, and thoughtful design always grounded in process, curiosity, and cultural awareness. Currently pursuing my M.Arch, I bring experience in spatial design, digital modeling, construction documentation, and design-build fabrication. I’ve worked on real project to Revit deliverables at an architecture firm, from site surveys to SketchUp-based construction sets, alongside past work in community-oriented design and material-driven installations. I’m drawn to environments that connect people to place whether through buildings, objects, or visual narratives. I’m also an active studio artist offering acrylic paintings and commission work, with an interest in expanding into illustration including book covers and conceptual imagery. My creative practice is grounded in hand-craft, identity, and cultural storytelling, shaped by my background in photography and art. Beyond architecture and fine art, I enjoy designing and building custom furniture and small-scale objects, exploring form, craft, and environmental sensitivity. Whether it’s a space, a product, or a piece of art, I approach each project with intention, clarity, and a genuine respect for craft.

Malikha Khan

I’m Malikha Khan, a designer and artist rooted in architecture, material craft, and visual storytelling. My work sits at the intersection of built environments, hand-made art, and thoughtful design always grounded in process, curiosity, and cultural awareness. Currently pursuing my M.Arch, I bring experience in spatial design, digital modeling, construction documentation, and design-build fabrication. I’ve worked on real project to Revit deliverables at an architecture firm, from site surveys to SketchUp-based construction sets, alongside past work in community-oriented design and material-driven installations. I’m drawn to environments that connect people to place whether through buildings, objects, or visual narratives. I’m also an active studio artist offering acrylic paintings and commission work, with an interest in expanding into illustration including book covers and conceptual imagery. My creative practice is grounded in hand-craft, identity, and cultural storytelling, shaped by my background in photography and art. Beyond architecture and fine art, I enjoy designing and building custom furniture and small-scale objects, exploring form, craft, and environmental sensitivity. Whether it’s a space, a product, or a piece of art, I approach each project with intention, clarity, and a genuine respect for craft.

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I’m Malikha Khan, a designer and artist rooted in architecture, material craft, and visual storytelling. My work sits at the intersection of built environments, hand-made art, and thoughtful design always grounded in process, curiosity, and cultural awareness.

Currently pursuing my M.Arch, I bring experience in spatial design, digital modeling, construction documentation, and design-build fabrication. I’ve worked on real project to Revit deliverables at an architecture firm, from site surveys to SketchUp-based construction sets, alongside past work in community-oriented design and material-driven installations. I’m drawn to environments that connect people to place whether through buildings, objects, or visual narratives.

I’m also an active studio artist offering acrylic paintings and commission work, with an interest in expanding into illustration including book covers and conceptual imagery. My creative practice is grounded in hand-craft, identity, and cultural storytelling, shaped by my background in photography and art.

Beyond architecture and fine art, I enjoy designing and building custom furniture and small-scale objects, exploring form, craft, and environmental sensitivity. Whether it’s a space, a product, or a piece of art, I approach each project with intention, clarity, and a genuine respect for craft.

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Work Experience

Architectural Designer at Studio Figure LLC
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Responsible for preparing detail construction documents aligned with project specifications and building codes; developed 3D digital models using SketchUp and SketchUp Layout; conducted site surveys to assess conditions and gather data for accurate project planning; collaborated with team members and clients in meetings to discuss progress.
Architecture Co-op/Intern at Stantec
August 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Supported K–12 school projects through drafting, modeling, and design development in collaboration with architects and engineers; participated in a multidisciplinary intern design project with peers across the U.S. and Canada, presenting final concepts to firm leadership; gained hands-on experience across project phases while engaging in mentorship and professional development within the Stantec internship program.
Architecture Intern at the w.m. studio
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Produced renderings and sectional drawings for a community center project, enhancing visual communication in the design process; gained hands-on experience with architectural element fabrication using a laser cutter, including successful on-site installation; strengthened technical architectural skills by mastering various software applications, with a focus on rendering tools to support industry design and development processes.

Education

Masters of Architecture at University of Virginia
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2027
Bachelors of Fine Arts in Architectural Design at James Madison University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024

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