Spatial and Architectural Designer with a Master’s degree in Architectural Design and a Diploma in Interior Design, bringing 7+ years of experience, including professional work in Vancouver. Skilled in creating engaging environments through spatial planning, 3D visualization, and technical design using AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite. Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced and remote environments, delivering high-quality design solutions that balance creativity, functionality, and user experience. Familiar with Canadian design and construction standards, with a strong ability to translate concepts into compelling spatial experiences. Passionate about experiential design and creating meaningful, user-centered spaces.

Bahar Shirkhani

Spatial and Architectural Designer with a Master’s degree in Architectural Design and a Diploma in Interior Design, bringing 7+ years of experience, including professional work in Vancouver. Skilled in creating engaging environments through spatial planning, 3D visualization, and technical design using AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite. Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced and remote environments, delivering high-quality design solutions that balance creativity, functionality, and user experience. Familiar with Canadian design and construction standards, with a strong ability to translate concepts into compelling spatial experiences. Passionate about experiential design and creating meaningful, user-centered spaces.

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Spatial and Architectural Designer with a Master’s degree in Architectural Design and a Diploma in Interior Design, bringing 7+ years of experience, including professional work in Vancouver. Skilled in creating engaging environments through spatial planning, 3D visualization, and technical design using AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced and remote environments, delivering high-quality design solutions that balance creativity, functionality, and user experience. Familiar with Canadian design and construction standards, with a strong ability to translate concepts into compelling spatial experiences. Passionate about experiential design and creating meaningful, user-centered spaces.

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Language

Persian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Architectural Technologist and Interior Designer at MA Architects
November 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025
Design and develop floor plans, elevations, sections, reflected ceiling plans and interior design layouts for apartments, townhouses and multi-family projects; prepare millwork drawings; produce construction details for interior features; translate conceptual designs into clear, buildable drawings; work on Tenant Improvements (TI), interior design and renovations; enhance website with project renderings.
Interior Designer (Freelance) at CAD COW
June 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Technical drawings and 3D modeling for luxury buildings and millwork; schematic design and development using AutoCAD, Revit and SketchUp; space visualization, concept development and rendering with Lumion.
Architectural Technologist and Interior Designer at FNDA Architecture
June 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024
Contribute to design and development permit phase for multi-family residential, cultural associations, luxury houses and hotels; schematic design and development with AutoCAD, Revit and SketchUp; produce highly realistic renderings with Lumion and Photoshop; develop detailed interior design documentation and millwork; prepare finish schedules and material specifications.
Architect and Interior Designer at Arka Group
February 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Worked on apartments, luxury houses and renovation projects; collaborated with teams to solve design problems; used AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop, 3ds Max and SketchUp for technical drawings, design and 3D modelling; produced renderings with V-Ray and Lumion for client presentations.
Interior Designer at CAD COW
June 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Freelance interior design focusing on luxury buildings; produced technical drawings and 3D models for luxury interiors and millwork; schematic design and development with AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp; space visualization, concept development, and rendering with Lumion; prepared finish schedules, fixture schedules, and material specifications.
Architectural Designer and Interior Designer at Arka Group
February 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Worked on apartment, luxury houses, and renovation projects; collaborated with teams to find practical design solutions; used AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop, 3ds Max, and SketchUp for technical drawing, design, and 3D modeling; produced renderings and animations with V-Ray and Lumion for client presentations.
Architectural Technologist and Interior Designer at CAD COW
June 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Freelance interior designer; technical drawings and 3D modeling for luxury buildings; schematic design and development with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp; space visualization, concept development, and rendering with Lumion; finish schedules, fixture schedules, and material specifications.
Architectural Technologist at FNDA Architecture
June 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024
Contribute to design and development permit phase for a mix of project types including multi-family residential, cultural associations, luxury houses, hotels, and renovations; schematic design and development with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp; realistic renderings with Lumion and Photoshop; technical drawings and 3D modeling for architectural and interior design; finish schedules and millwork documentation.
Architectural Technologist at MA Architects Ltd.
November 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025
Prepared architectural drawing sets for various projects, including tenant improvements and renovations. Developed detailed millwork drawings, 3D models, and high-quality renderings for client presentations, and managed multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Architectural Technologist & Interior Designer at CAD COW
June 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Developed technical drawings and 3D models for residential and luxury interior projects. Produced schematic designs and visualizations while preparing finish schedules and material specifications.
Architectural & Interior Designer at Arka Group
February 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Designed high-end luxury homes and renovation projects, producing architectural drawings, 3D models, and high-quality renderings while collaborating with project teams.

Education

Architectural and Building Technology (Certificate) at BCIT - Vancouver, BC
April 1, 2022 - March 19, 2026
Master's Degree in Architecture at Allame Mohades Noori
September 1, 2017 - February 1, 2020
Interior Design (College Diploma) at Mojtama Fani Tehran (confirmed with ICS group in Canada)
October 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Certificate in Architectural and Building Technology at BCIT
April 1, 2022 - March 27, 2026
Master's Degree in Architecture at Allame Mohades Noori - Mazandaran
September 1, 2017 - February 1, 2020
Interior Design College Diploma at Mojtama Fani Tehran
October 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Architectural and Building Technology (Certificate) at BCIT - Vancouver, BC
April 1, 2022 - March 27, 2026
Architecture (Master's Degree) at Allame Mohades Noori - Mazandaran
September 1, 2017 - February 1, 2020
Interior Design (College diploma) at Mojtama Fani Tehran (confirmed with ICS group in Canada)
October 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Architectural and Building Technology (Certificate) at BCIT - Vancouver, BC
April 1, 2022 - April 8, 2026
Master's Degree in Architecture at Allame Mohades Noori - Mazandaran
September 1, 2017 - February 1, 2020
College Diploma in Interior Design at Mojtama Fani Tehran
October 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Architectural Building Technology at BCIT
January 1, 2023 - April 30, 2026
Master of Architectural Design at Allameh Mohaddes Nouri University
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Diploma in Interior Design at Mojtama Fani Tehran
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026

Qualifications

Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026
Commendation plaque in interior design competitions in Iran
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026
Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - March 27, 2026
Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - March 27, 2026
Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026
AIBC Registration Eligibility
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026
Eligible for AIBC Registration
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026

Industry Experience

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