Hello, I am Mara Alexandra Dinu, a licensed architect with 5 years of dual expertise in architectural design and luxury interiors. I excel in full-cycle project management from legal permitting to high-end 3D visualization. My work centers on BIM-driven design development, collaborating with senior architects to craft innovative, budget-conscious solutions. I also lead site assessments and produce detailed documentation to win client approvals while maintaining timelines and budgets.

Mara Alexandra Dinu

Hello, I am Mara Alexandra Dinu, a licensed architect with 5 years of dual expertise in architectural design and luxury interiors. I excel in full-cycle project management from legal permitting to high-end 3D visualization. My work centers on BIM-driven design development, collaborating with senior architects to craft innovative, budget-conscious solutions. I also lead site assessments and produce detailed documentation to win client approvals while maintaining timelines and budgets.

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Hello, I am Mara Alexandra Dinu, a licensed architect with 5 years of dual expertise in architectural design and luxury interiors. I excel in full-cycle project management from legal permitting to high-end 3D visualization.

My work centers on BIM-driven design development, collaborating with senior architects to craft innovative, budget-conscious solutions. I also lead site assessments and produce detailed documentation to win client approvals while maintaining timelines and budgets.

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Language

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Licensed Architect at SAM ideas
November 1, 2023 - Present
Led BIM-driven design development for a €5.5M cultural center for University of Suceava, ensuring 95% accuracy in construction documentation. Collaborated with senior architects and project managers to develop innovative solutions that meet client specifications while adhering to budget and timeline constraints. Directed site assessments for both low and high-density urban developments, ensuring design concept alignment with real-world topographical and zoning constraints. Prepared comprehensive documentation, including technical drawings and project proposals, to facilitate client presentations and secure project approvals.
Freelance Interior Designer & Project Manager at Upwork
April 1, 2022 - Present
Consulted with clients to determine architectural preferences and design goals, fostering strong client relationships through innovative and budget-conscious solutions without compromising quality or design intent. Developed comprehensive design presentations, including CAD floor plans, 3D perspectives, moodboards, and material boards, utilizing Adobe InDesign to effectively communicate design concepts. Managed end-to-end project execution, from procurement to commissioning, ensuring deadlines were met by coordinating with contractors and maintaining clear communication on project status. Created inviting and functional living spaces by implementing thoughtful space planning, color palettes, textile presentations, and strategic use of lighting and materials. Optimized procurement workflows, reducing furnishing and material costs by 12% through strategic vendor negotiations and sustainable material sourcing. Developed high-fidelity 3D perspectives and VR walkthroughs using 3ds Max and V
Junior Interior Designer at Inland Deco
February 1, 2020 - February 1, 2022
Specialized in high-performance Medical and Office design, contributing to project delivery for regional leaders such as Scanexpert and Endava. Developed detailed CAD floor plans, elevations, 3D perspectives, and material boards, incorporating space planning concepts, color palettes, textile presentations, and furniture selection. Provided expert guidance on budget-friendly furnishing and decoration choices while documenting specifications to streamline project execution. Resolved technical design challenges by leveraging Revit, AutoCAD, 3ds Max, and technical detailing, enhancing studio productivity by 15% through rapid software proficiency.
Visual Design Intern at Amazon
July 1, 2018 - October 1, 2018
Orchestrated brand-aligned visual assets for global audiences, improving user engagement by 10% through targeted, human-centered graphic design. Produced high-fidelity layouts and illustrations using Adobe Creative Suite, ensuring seamless deployment across digital and print applications.
Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Erasmus KA2 Project "Comics in Teaching Languages"
June 1, 2016 - August 1, 2017
Collaborated with professionals and educators to produce over 30 graphic materials for an international Graphics Project with 50+ attendees. Designed cohesive branding elements, including logos, letterheads, print materials, brochures, banners, and signs, to maintain a unified visual identity. Generated digital image files optimized for both digital and traditional printing, ensuring high-quality output.

Education

Masters in Architecture & Urban Design at Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iasi
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor's degree in Architecture & Urban Design at Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iasi
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Exchange Semester - BArch in Architecture & Urban Design at University of Indonesia
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

STAR Entrepreneurial Training - Certificate of Entrepreneurship
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Leaders Experience - Certificate of Leadership
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Drept de semnătură | Ordinul Arhitecților din România
January 11, 2030 - May 15, 2026

Industry Experience

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