I am an experienced design and technical professional who has worked extensively as a freelance consultant across the UK. I combine hands-on site delivery with strong technical design capability to provide practical, buildable and compliant solutions across a range of project types. I have strong architectural and technical skills, proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, 3ds Max and Photoshop, and I have led or supported large projects through all design stages, from concept to completion. I also specialise in external envelope systems, cladding remediation and façade detailing, including remediation programmes for local authority high-rise buildings where upgrading to non-combustible compliant systems was a key priority.

Mike Makki

I am an experienced design and technical professional who has worked extensively as a freelance consultant across the UK. I combine hands-on site delivery with strong technical design capability to provide practical, buildable and compliant solutions across a range of project types. I have strong architectural and technical skills, proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, 3ds Max and Photoshop, and I have led or supported large projects through all design stages, from concept to completion. I also specialise in external envelope systems, cladding remediation and façade detailing, including remediation programmes for local authority high-rise buildings where upgrading to non-combustible compliant systems was a key priority.

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I am an experienced design and technical professional who has worked extensively as a freelance consultant across the UK. I combine hands-on site delivery with strong technical design capability to provide practical, buildable and compliant solutions across a range of project types.

I have strong architectural and technical skills, proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, 3ds Max and Photoshop, and I have led or supported large projects through all design stages, from concept to completion. I also specialise in external envelope systems, cladding remediation and façade detailing, including remediation programmes for local authority high-rise buildings where upgrading to non-combustible compliant systems was a key priority.

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English
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Work Experience

Design & Architectural Consultant at Engine Room
February 1, 2026 - April 1, 2026
Residential refurbishment & new build (Grade II Listed); led design development, produced drawings, liaised with stakeholders; updated design to current legislation; used Revit.
Technical Associate at SKK Architects
July 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Review drawings and technical specifications; manage technical queries; control design changes; client liaison; strong knowledge of cladding remediation.
Project Runner at Four Architects
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
High-rise residential project; Revit model updates for current U-values, external walls, internal party walls, roof details.
Design Lead / Project Runner at Four Architects
February 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Developing technical details for building elements; liaising with key stakeholders; producing and issuing new drawings; leading design meetings; strong knowledge of cladding remediation.
3D Rendering and Animation at Private work
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Freelance rendering and animation for various projects including villas and overseas housing developments.
Freelance 3D Renderer / Animator at Private work
September 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
3D rendering and animation for villas and overseas housing projects; creating visuals and walkthroughs for client presentations.
Project Manager / Architectural Detailing at MICHAEL DYSON ARCHITECTS
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Cladding remediation for high-rise residential buildings to comply with non-combustible material requirements; ParkWay Leeds high-rise EW I retrofit; Lovell Park high-rise retrofit; Sorrel House Birmingham fit-out; BISF scheme low-rise fit-out; general architectural detailing.
Design Lead / Manager at Michael Dyson Architects
December 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024
Cladding remediation for local authority high-rise residential buildings; technical coordination; stakeholder management; ensuring compliance with non-combustible materials.
Project Manager / Architectural Detailing at Lovell Park High Rise, Leeds
December 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
EW I retrofit; led detailing and documentation to achieve compliance and finish.
Project Manager / Architectural Detailing at Parkway Leeds
December 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
EW I retrofit project; produced external wall details and coordinated with local authorities to complete retro-fit.
Project Manager at MICHAEL DYSON ARCHITECTS
December 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024
Cladding remediation on high-rise residential buildings to comply with non-combustible material requirements; EW I retrofit; led architectural detailing and liaison with authorities.
Project Manager / Architectural Detailing at MICHAEL DYSON ARCHITECTS
November 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
BISF scheme low-rise fit-out; high-rise cladding remediation; listed building detailing and renovation work.
Project Manager / Architectural Detailing at Sorrel House Birmingham
July 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024
High-rise fit-out; architectural detailing and coordination to completion.
Project Runner at Richard Morton Architects
November 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Projects including Ashtead Complex Over 50s Living; Somerfield House reconstruction; Oxfordshire House; creating and revising drawings and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Architect / Consultant at DPA Architects
July 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022
Large New Build Private Residence; Restaurant Renovation & Extension; creating drawings, managing design changes and liaising with clients.
Project Manager / Architectural Detailing at BISF Scheme Low Rise
July 1, 2022 - November 1, 2023
Low-rise retrofit fit-out; project management and detailing.
Architect at Paul Brandell Property
January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2022
Kosy Living, Melbourne Street; Machine Mart Building; building & Enterprise Point Building; site analysis, concept design, planning drawings.
Senior Technical Co-ordinator / Project Manager at BA Architects
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Contributed to the 73-unit residential project, coordinating technical detailing and project delivery.
Architect at Mark Barnfield Architects
August 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Coveys Wharf, Deptford; shell and core showroom for high rise residential; produced 1:5 external details; Revit-based construction documentation.
Designer at Designconstruct Limited
October 31, 2019 - October 31, 2019
Nursing home projects; on-site detailing using Revit; setting up steel frame structures; planning applications.
Designer at Design Construct Limited
April 1, 2019 - October 1, 2019
Care Homes, London; detailing on site (Revit); setting up steel frame structure and floor plans; planning and on-site detailing.
Technical Associate at Kirt and Randall Architects
August 31, 2018 - August 31, 2018
1895 listed building refurbishment in Ware; detail design, sections, elevations, general layout and 3D modelling and rendering.
3D Modeller / Rendering / Rendering Lead at Hunter Architects
December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Medical project in India; health centre and retail; 3D modelling and rendering.
Residential Refurbishment & Theatre / Retail Refurbishment at 1895 Listed Building refurbishment (Ware)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2019
Detail design, sections, levels, general layout and 3D modelling and rendering.
Senior Architect, Package Leader at HOK International
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2019
MOD – Whitehall Grade I Listed; Healthcare scheme, India Health centre and retail; 3D modelling and rendering; detailed design and tender work.
Design Manager at Shepherd Construction
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2019
On-site projects including Oxford Street mixed-use development; Breeam and codes compliance; RFI handling and detail coordination.
Freelance Design & Architectural Consultant at Self-Employed
January 1, 2010 - Present
Freelance design consultancy across the UK, coordinating design teams, producing drawings and reviewing design information, with focus on cladding remediation and façade detailing.

Education

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Qualifications

Revit (certified user)
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Architectural software licenses (Lumion, SketchUp, Photoshop, After Effects)
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Revit certified user
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Autocad 2015
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
OND Building Studies
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026
HNC Construction Management
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026

Industry Experience

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