I’m an architect with over a decade of experience working across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and North America shaping projects from small buildings to master plans. I work in the space between idea and reality translating early concepts into clear, grounded, buildable architecture. And if you’re looking to create something thoughtful, ambitious, and real we should talk.

Baton Shefkiu

I’m an architect with over a decade of experience working across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and North America shaping projects from small buildings to master plans. I work in the space between idea and reality translating early concepts into clear, grounded, buildable architecture. And if you’re looking to create something thoughtful, ambitious, and real we should talk.

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I’m an architect
with over a decade of experience working across
Europe, the Middle East, Africa and North America
shaping projects from small buildings to master plans.

I work in the space between idea and reality
translating early concepts into clear, grounded,
buildable architecture.

And if you’re looking to create something
thoughtful, ambitious, and real

we should talk.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner

Language

English
Fluent
Albanian
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Architect at Nellis Architecture
December 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Led design development of ultra-luxury private villas in Dubai; coordinated architectural concepts, technical documentation, and consultant inputs. Managed client and multidisciplinary team collaboration to deliver high-end residential projects aligned with premium design and construction standards.
Project Architect at Pragma.
April 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Responsible for the development of the Experimental Desert Campus masterplan in Abu Dhabi (162,500 sqm plot; 17,575 sqm built-up). Campus includes a 65,000 sqm farm zone, 65,000 sqm campus zone, and a 32,500 sqm desert buffer. Completed the conceptual design of the Ghazal family center (4,418 sqm site; 6,771 sqm GFA) and advanced the project through schematic design; delegated tasks, prepared plans and 3D models, and managed projects through all design stages.
Senior Architect at Studio 121 Architecture
February 1, 2018 - March 1, 2024
Led a team of four to five architects; consistently delivered high-quality work within budget. Built strong client relationships, kept projects progressing, optimized workflows, coordinated staff, and delegated tasks to increase productivity. Provided remote architecture services across Europe and the USA.
Architect (1099 contract) at Arcadea Architecture
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023
Key role in schematic design, design development, and construction documentation for six+ residential projects; used Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite. Collaborated with clients and stakeholders, coordinated with consultants, and resolved complex design/technical challenges. Researched state regulations for projects in MI and CO.
3D Modeler and Visualizer at Strip Lab
June 1, 2022 - February 1, 2023
3D modeling and visualization for the Rock Climbing Center competition project; developed a 29-house neighborhood 3D model and produced high-quality renderings and a 360° virtual presentation for the developer’s website.
Project Architect at Alwasead Alaqariva
October 1, 2020 - September 1, 2021
Designed luxurious resorts, restaurants, residential architecture, offices, and administration buildings. Independently finalized and arranged ten construction project sets within one year; authored more than twenty project proposals and trained junior architects in CAD and 3D rendering.
Architect at Herwig Mayer Architekten – Vienna, Austria
August 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Played a pivotal role in the urban planning and architectural conceptualization of the Apartment Building Project Competition in Lower Austria, overseeing the creation of 130 apartments in a 12,300 sqm build area.
Project Architect at Ardnovatic – Prishtina, Kosova
February 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Led over five architectural projects totaling 50,000 sqm for NATO and KFOR bases; ensured compliance with specifications, used Revit for design, conducted site visits, and coordinated with engineers through frequent meetings.
Architect at Cultural Heritage without Borders (CHwB) – Prishtina, Kosova
December 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022
Developed a renovation and rehabilitation plan for the Hivzi Sylejmani Library, transforming it into a cultural hub that hosts 30+ events annually. Conducted building analyses, material surveys, damage assessments, and measurements; digitized using ArchiCAD within four months.
Architect at Pro-Ing – Prishtina, Kosova
May 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Spearheaded over six architectural, urban, and landscape projects, including schools, public administration buildings, and parks.
Architect at Independent
June 1, 2014 - Present
Providing architectural design and project development services across projects of all scales.

Education

Master of Science at University for Business and Technology
October 16, 2017 - December 22, 2022
COOP Design Research MSc. Program (Certificate – Exchange Erasmus Student) at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
November 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020
BSc. Architecture and Spatial Planning at University for Business and Technology
October 1, 2013 - June 1, 2017
MSc. Architecture and Spatial Planning with Specialization in Sustainable Architecture at University for Business and Technology
October 1, 2017 - December 1, 2022

Qualifications

TOEFL iBT Certificate
January 11, 2030 - May 9, 2026
Graphisoft ArchiCAD training
January 11, 2030 - May 9, 2026

Industry Experience

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

Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner

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