Moutassem Hajjar

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I’m a junior architect from Lebanon with a strong interest in urban planning, heritage conservation, inclusive design, and how the built environment affects people’s well-being.

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I’m a junior architect from Lebanon with a strong interest in urban planning, heritage conservation, inclusive design, and how the built environment affects people’s well-being. Across my studies and professional work, I’ve focused on research-driven design—translating cultural and social needs into practical spatial solutions, whether through master planning, residential projects, or careful documentation of heritage sites.

In recent roles, I’ve supported large-scale mixed-use and residential master planning concepts in Lebanon and Africa, and I’ve contributed to design development with drawings, 3D modeling, renderings, and landscape proposals. I’m also passionate about community-centred heritage work—leading awareness sessions, co-developing a mobile heritage exhibition, and participating in field surveys—so that projects remain grounded in place, culture, and real users.

  • 2 years' experience
  • Joined July 2026

Industry experience

  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Education
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Professional Services
  • Government
  • Other

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Work experience· 5 roles

Junior Architect · Design ProOct 2025 – Aug 2026 · 11 mos

Developed large-scale mixed-use development concepts and master plan proposals, including land use distribution, road/plot layouts, and integrated circulation with outdoor and green areas. Produced residential designs with floor plans, 3D modeling, renderings, and landscape design proposals, and created compact touristic chalet designs working within tight site constraints and local building regulations. Presented design proposals to clients by explaining programme, area requirements, circulation, and key design decisions. Coordinated with the project manager and team to manage revisions, ensure design consistency, and deliver on time through clear communication.

Architecture Intern · HAB ArchitectsSep 2024 – Feb 2025 · 6 mos

Contributed to the design development of three villas, including architectural drawing production and 3D modeling, and supported design decisions through collaboration with the team and client discussions. Worked on a touristic bungalow project on a steep sloped site, focusing on site planning, unit distribution, and circulation. Produced architectural drawings, renderings, and landscape design proposals. Participated in site visits and observed construction progress, including excavation, foundations, cladding, pools, and HVAC implementation.

Cultural Heritage Monitor · Biladi NGOApr 2024 – May 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos

Completed Biladi’s Training on Rural Heritage programme and became a certified Cultural Heritage Monitor. Delivered cultural heritage awareness sessions through presentations and interactive tours for university students, community members, and military personnel (CPP Lebanon). Co-led the “Heritage in Motion” mobile exhibition, creating an outreach format for Lebanese cultural and vernacular heritage. Adapted educational materials and activities to communicate heritage effectively across different audiences, while strengthening teamwork, mentoring, and on-site coordination through community engagement.

Architecture Intern · Khatib & AlamiAug 2023 – Sep 2023 · 2 mos
Architecture Tutor · Our Easy Game Tutoring LLCJun 2023 – Sep 2023 · 4 mos

Education· 8

Master of Urban Planning and Policy (MUPP), Research Track · American University of Beirut2026 – 2028
Master's Degree in Architecture · Lebanese University – Faculty of Fine Arts and Architecture (Branch 4)2023 – 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture · Lebanese University – Faculty of Fine Arts and Architecture (Branch 4)2020 – 2023
Lebanese Baccalaureate (General Sciences) · Beit El Hikmah High School2016 – 2019

Certifications and awards· 12

Training on Rural Heritage – Cultural Heritage Monitor (Biladi NGO)2025 – 2026
AI Training Hackathon (Lebanese American University)2026
Global Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Pathway (Humanitarian Leadership Academy)2024 – 2026
2030: The Future of Architecture (UGREEN)2024 – 2026

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