I am a Turkish architect and designer with international experience, passionate about turning ideas into functional, beautiful spaces. I have led and contributed to concept design, 3D visualizations, and development for residential and commercial projects across Turkey, Poland, and the USA, working with international teams in remote and on-site settings. I thrive in collaborative environments, manage design processes from concept to permit, and enjoy creating precise drawings and impactful presentations. I also love mentoring junior team members through design development and visualization tasks.

Pelin Aktaş

I am a Turkish architect and designer with international experience, passionate about turning ideas into functional, beautiful spaces. I have led and contributed to concept design, 3D visualizations, and development for residential and commercial projects across Turkey, Poland, and the USA, working with international teams in remote and on-site settings. I thrive in collaborative environments, manage design processes from concept to permit, and enjoy creating precise drawings and impactful presentations. I also love mentoring junior team members through design development and visualization tasks.

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I am a Turkish architect and designer with international experience, passionate about turning ideas into functional, beautiful spaces. I have led and contributed to concept design, 3D visualizations, and development for residential and commercial projects across Turkey, Poland, and the USA, working with international teams in remote and on-site settings.

I thrive in collaborative environments, manage design processes from concept to permit, and enjoy creating precise drawings and impactful presentations. I also love mentoring junior team members through design development and visualization tasks.

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Language

English
Advanced
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Architect Intern at Desen Architecture
October 1, 2019 - April 30, 2020
Prepared concept designs, implemented projects, and 2D/3D drawings; led online client meetings across time zones; supported municipal permit and approval processes; developed concept and implementation for residential and villa projects for clients in France, Poland, the USA, and Africa; produced technical drawings, material selections, and detailed design solutions.
Architect at Kemet Studio
June 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023
Supported concept design, project implementation, and 3D visualizations; contributed to design development for residential and villa projects; coordinated online meetings across time zones; worked on projects for clients in France, Poland, the USA, and Africa.
Architect at Cihan Kaya Architecture
August 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022
Involved in architectural and interior design projects; contributed to concept development, implementation planning, and detailed development; prepared technical drawings, site surveys, and ensured municipal permit/licensing processes.
Architect at Demirtaş Engineering
May 1, 2020 - February 28, 2021
Supported design development and technical drawings for architectural projects; contributed to site coordination and permit processes; developed layout and visualizations for interior and architectural projects.
Architect at Atilye Kolektif
June 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025
Active involvement in concept development and implementation for interior architecture projects, primarily for café and other gastronomy brands; contributed to architectural and interior design projects including concept, implementation, and detailed development; prepared technical drawings, 3D visualizations, and site surveys; developed layout alternatives; supported municipal permit/licensing processes.
Volunteer at Regionalne Centrum Wolontariatu Kielce
April 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023
Collaborated with graphic designers on creative projects within a local design institute as part of the Erasmus+ program. Prepared presentations and organized design-oriented public events and creative activities. Contributed to visual and content planning processes for community-focused international initiatives
Architect (Remote) at Kemet Studio
June 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
Led architectural design and visualization for residential and villa projects; prepared concept designs, development drawings, and client presentations; coordinated with site teams and international clients.
Architect at Atölye Kolektif
June 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025
Active involvement in concept design and implementation processes for interior architecture projects, primarily for coffee and other gastronomy brands; contributed to architectural and interior architecture projects of various scales.
Team Leader at Fundacja EuroWeek
March 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Served as Turkish Team Leader in an international program; conducted English-speaking, teamwork-focused workshops and activities for young participants; prepared presentations and activities supporting English language development.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture at Çukurova University
June 16, 2014 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor of Architecture at Çukurova University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
April 20, 2021 - February 8, 2034
Advanced CAD Course – Iki Kalem Architecture
July 10, 2023 - February 11, 2026
Youthpass Certificate (Erasmus)
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Erasmus Youth Exchange Certificate
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Advanced ArchiCAD Course
January 11, 2030 - February 25, 2026
Erasmus Youth Exchange Certificate
January 11, 2030 - February 25, 2026
Youth Pass Certificate
January 11, 2030 - February 25, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment