I'm Shan e Mustafa , an architect based in Islamabad, Pakistan with extensive experience in designing, renovating, and developing residential, commercial, and recreational projects. I collaborate closely with structural, MEP, and landscape teams to ensure designs translate into buildable forms while maintaining quality and budget. I’m focused on delivering cohesive, technically sound solutions that meet client goals and regulatory requirements. I enjoy client interactions, translating requirements into tailored design solutions, and leading multi-disciplinary teams from concept to construction. I stay up-to-date with local regulations and best practices, and I thrive on coordinating site visits to ensure alignment with design intent and quality standards.

Shan e Mustafa

I'm Shan e Mustafa , an architect based in Islamabad, Pakistan with extensive experience in designing, renovating, and developing residential, commercial, and recreational projects. I collaborate closely with structural, MEP, and landscape teams to ensure designs translate into buildable forms while maintaining quality and budget. I’m focused on delivering cohesive, technically sound solutions that meet client goals and regulatory requirements. I enjoy client interactions, translating requirements into tailored design solutions, and leading multi-disciplinary teams from concept to construction. I stay up-to-date with local regulations and best practices, and I thrive on coordinating site visits to ensure alignment with design intent and quality standards.

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I’m Shan e Mustafa , an architect based in Islamabad, Pakistan with extensive experience in designing, renovating, and developing residential, commercial, and recreational projects. I collaborate closely with structural, MEP, and landscape teams to ensure designs translate into buildable forms while maintaining quality and budget. I’m focused on delivering cohesive, technically sound solutions that meet client goals and regulatory requirements.

I enjoy client interactions, translating requirements into tailored design solutions, and leading multi-disciplinary teams from concept to construction. I stay up-to-date with local regulations and best practices, and I thrive on coordinating site visits to ensure alignment with design intent and quality standards.

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Language

Urdu
Fluent
English
Advanced
Panjabi, Punjabi
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Architect at Safari Villas Corporate Office, Bahria Town (Rawalpindi projects)
August 1, 2024 - Present
Led architectural design, renovation, and development of key projects including Bahria Active, Golf Club, and Safari Villas. Managed the design process from concept to execution, coordinated with structural, MEP and landscape teams, prepared and reviewed working drawings, layouts, and 3D visualizations for client presentations and approvals, and oversaw on-site alignment with design intent and quality standards.
Architect at The ARK Design and Development, Islamabad
January 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024
Managed projects from client engagement through concept development to detail shop drawings and construction, drove innovative design solutions for residential, commercial, and interior projects, led multi-disciplinary teams through design and construction phases, and coordinated with subcontractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure quality implementation.
Architect & Interior Designer at Castle Shepherd Gilmoor, Islamabad
January 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022
Attended client meetings, recorded and translated minutes into conceptual designs and construction drawings, coordinated MEP aspects, assessed budgets for feasibility, supervised junior staff, and delivered interior design across projects. Conducted research and case studies to inform design decisions and developed design concepts with cross-disciplinary coordination.
Assistant Architect at ARCA RE, Lahore
January 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Prepared construction drawings for residential and restaurant interior design projects; developed 3D models based on concepts; prepared submission drawings for Lahore Development Authority (LDA); provided detailed interior drawings for construction.
Architecture Intern at Shah-e-Jillani Associates, Lahore
June 1, 2017 - July 1, 2017
Created concept designs for residential projects, focusing on front elevation design; delivered customized 3D visualizations and walkthroughs to help clients understand spatial layouts and aesthetics.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture at Imperial College of Business Studies, Lahore
October 1, 2013 - December 1, 2018
Diploma in Civil Technology at Okara, Pakistan - Punjab Board of Technical Education
January 1, 2010 - November 1, 2012
SSC (Matric) at Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Lahore
January 1, 2008 - December 1, 2009

Qualifications

Licensed Architect
January 1, 2023 - January 13, 2026
PCATP Registered Architect
January 1, 2024 - January 13, 2026
Participation as Student Delegate – Lahore Architecture Tourism Institute of Architects of Pakistan
January 1, 2018 - January 13, 2026
1st Photography Competition – Lahore
January 1, 2016 - January 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment