I'm a highly motivated architectural designer with over a decade of international experience turning concepts into tangible models and visualizations. I view architecture as a language of space and volume, and I strive to create innovative, sustainable projects that harmonize with their environment. I work across fabrication techniques—from traditional handcrafting to digital methods like CNC milling and 3D printing. I bring expertise in model making, tensile architecture, and procedural modeling to the team.

Darkhan Kadirov

I'm a highly motivated architectural designer with over a decade of international experience turning concepts into tangible models and visualizations. I view architecture as a language of space and volume, and I strive to create innovative, sustainable projects that harmonize with their environment. I work across fabrication techniques—from traditional handcrafting to digital methods like CNC milling and 3D printing. I bring expertise in model making, tensile architecture, and procedural modeling to the team.

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I’m a highly motivated architectural designer with over a decade of international experience turning concepts into tangible models and visualizations. I view architecture as a language of space and volume, and I strive to create innovative, sustainable projects that harmonize with their environment.

I work across fabrication techniques—from traditional handcrafting to digital methods like CNC milling and 3D printing. I bring expertise in model making, tensile architecture, and procedural modeling to the team.

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Language

Kazakh
Fluent
English
Fluent
Chinese
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Visual Designer at WMA (Willy Muller Architects)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Contributed to the visual representation of architectural concepts, enhancing project presentations and communications.
Tensile Architecture Designer & Fabricator at APS ENGINEERING
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Led the design and fabrication of complex tensile architecture projects, including developing concepts and fabricating metal truss systems. Engineered and produced a tensile material cover for a traditional Kazakh Yurt, blending modern fabrication with cultural heritage. Managed projects from initial concept through final fabrication, ensuring precision and quality at every stage.
Concept Artist & Model Fabricator at WSArchitectureStudio
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Specialized in creating concept models using both manual and digital fabrication techniques, including CNC milling. Designed and fabricated bespoke furniture pieces, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and material. Produced a 1:100 scale model of the Wuhan outlet village for client presentations.
CAD Technician & Supervisor at TEP-RECLE
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
Developed detailed technical drawings for large-scale infrastructure projects, including railway stations for the West China - West Europe railway. Provided on-site technical supervision, ensuring construction adhered to design specifications.
CAD Drafter & Concept Visualizer at Art STAR
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Created CAD drawings and produced both digital and physical visualizations for various concepts, including a 1:5 scale model of the Taj Mahal.

Education

Master in Advanced Architecture at Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Architecture at Kazakh National Technical University n. K.I.Satbaev
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011
Master in Advanced Architecture at Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Architecture at Kazakh National Technical University n. K.I.Satbaev
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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