I'm Alina Sheikh, an architect with a Master of Spatial Planning from the Technical University of Dortmund, Germany. I have over five years of experience spanning architecture, interior design, and BIM, delivering residential and commercial projects across Germany, the UK, and Pakistan, while coordinating complex design processes and multi-disciplinary teams. I excel at leveraging advanced software and streamlined workflows to boost efficiency and client satisfaction. Proficient in Revit, ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, BIM 360, and visualization tools, I turn concepts into deliverables that meet regulatory standards and stakeholder expectations, with a focus on sustainable and user-centered design.

Alina Sheikh

I'm Alina Sheikh, an architect with a Master of Spatial Planning from the Technical University of Dortmund, Germany. I have over five years of experience spanning architecture, interior design, and BIM, delivering residential and commercial projects across Germany, the UK, and Pakistan, while coordinating complex design processes and multi-disciplinary teams. I excel at leveraging advanced software and streamlined workflows to boost efficiency and client satisfaction. Proficient in Revit, ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, BIM 360, and visualization tools, I turn concepts into deliverables that meet regulatory standards and stakeholder expectations, with a focus on sustainable and user-centered design.

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I’m Alina Sheikh, an architect with a Master of Spatial Planning from the Technical University of Dortmund, Germany. I have over five years of experience spanning architecture, interior design, and BIM, delivering residential and commercial projects across Germany, the UK, and Pakistan, while coordinating complex design processes and multi-disciplinary teams.

I excel at leveraging advanced software and streamlined workflows to boost efficiency and client satisfaction. Proficient in Revit, ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, BIM 360, and visualization tools, I turn concepts into deliverables that meet regulatory standards and stakeholder expectations, with a focus on sustainable and user-centered design.

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Language

German
Intermediate
English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent

Work Experience

Architect, Permanent Systems at Skylotec GmbH
October 1, 2025 - Present
Planned and designed customer-specific permanent safety systems using ALLPLAN software and SKYLOTEC product solutions, ensuring compliance with technical standards and project requirements.
Intern, Architecture and Integrated Planning Department at Tesla
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Supported the BIM methodology implementation for large-scale developments at Giga Factory Berlin; performed Revit modeling and cross-disciplinary coordination; contributed to BIM documentation and platform design planning.
Working Student, Architecture at Soda Group GmbH
January 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
Assisted the design team to create 3D models of gastronomy and retail projects; researched materials and prepared design documentation; developed 3D views and rendering animations to communicate spatial design intent.
Project Manager, Banking Architecture at United Bank Limited
December 1, 2020 - September 1, 2022
Created design solutions for over 100 bank branches nationwide; implemented security protocols; introduced disabled-friendly designs and managed design coordination and site-related issues; liaised with regional branch heads and conducted regular site visits.
Design Consultant, Design & Retail at Interwood Möbel
September 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020
Gained experience in designing doors, kitchen and wardrobe cabinetry; delivered 100% customer satisfaction; provided end-to-end design consultancy using KD Max.
Associate Architect at Omari & Omari Architecture & Interiors
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020
Integrated energy-efficient and sustainable design in school buildings; led five school projects from design to construction; developed 3D walkthroughs to communicate design intent.
Architectural Designer at Arkss Design Limited
December 1, 2018 - September 1, 2019
Collaborated with a UK-based design team to create architectural packets from site plans; followed UK Building Regulations and used ArchiCAD to develop 2D/3D drawings and render views.
Junior Architect at Icon Architects
January 1, 2018 - October 1, 2019
Designed and executed layouts for residential and commercial buildings; developed sustainable architectural concepts.
Intern at Architecture Design and Research Lab
July 1, 2015 - August 31, 2015
Researched materials and restoration techniques; conducted field surveys for urban and rural heritage sites; documented tiles and wood using AutoCAD and Photoshop.

Education

Master of Spatial Planning at Technical University of Dortmund
October 1, 2022 - September 1, 2025
Bachelor of Architecture at Dawood University of Engineering and Technology
January 1, 2013 - December 1, 2017

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Software & Internet

Experience Level

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