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I am an architect and designer based in Philadelphia with a Master of Science in Interior Architecture and a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering. I bring years of experience shaping fast-paced, complex environments, strong office management, and a track record of collaborative client relationships. I have worked across design studios and community initiatives, producing construction documentation and engaging with clients using Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.
Beyond architectural design, I actively contribute to community programs, teaching sewing and crafts to refugee women, coordinating outreach for WORC, and designing inclusive spaces. I am fluent in English and Arabic, with working knowledge of Spanish, and I enjoy bridging art, design, and social impact in my projects.
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Language
English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Work Experience
Architectural and Interior Designer at The Sheward Partnership (TSP)
October 1, 2021 - April 1, 2023Developed design and construction documentation for projects including a $350 million Terminal Expansion at Baltimore/Washington International Airport. Central Revit file development, research of product specifications, creation of client presentations, and coordination with consultants. Guided student interns and supported academic success initiatives; produced 3D renderings and presentations to communicate design intent.
Architectural Drafter at Albert Taus & Associates
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016Produced architectural drawings and construction documents for commercial and residential projects; supported design development and permit processes; collaborated with project teams to ensure accuracy and clarity of documentation.
Major Partner and Set Designer at Philadelphia Mural Arts
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017Designed landscape and interiors for public art projects, including water parks with aquatic features; planned underground changing rooms and restrooms, walkways, restaurants, refreshment kiosks, and benches; furnished apartments for tourists; designed gardens, playgrounds, and space centers.
Architectural Designer at Damascus, Syria (Private Practice)
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 2006Designed private houses, villas, and a private medical center; produced 3D models for private clients, firms, and government establishments on various projects.
Architectural Designer at The Sheward Partnership (TSP)
October 1, 2021 - April 1, 2023Produced construction documentation for various commercial and hospitality projects in Revit setting. Collaborated with clients on project designs and conducted site surveys.
Community Outreach Specialist at Women's Opportunity Resource Center
August 1, 2018 - November 1, 2022Facilitated workshops to introduce WORC programs to Arab community and reported to the Refugee Microloan Program Manager.
Project Assistant and Sewing Teacher at Philadelphia Mural Art
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018Taught Introductory & Intermediate Vocational sewing and Crocheting classes, developed lesson plans and instructional aids for refugee women. Participated in a variety of fabric dyeing workshops.
Collaborator at Philadelphia Museum of Art
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Designed the Sanctuary dome project as a safe space for community members. Participated in all workshops for the project development process.
Service Provider at Lutheran Children and Family Service
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016Provided Interpretation and Case Aid Services for Iraqi refugees.
Peer Educator and Freelance Interpreter at Nationalities Service Center (NSC)
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015Conducted health literacy sessions for community members, provided English-Arabic interpretation for sewing classes at MADE Studio for Refugee Women’s Textile Initiative (RWTI).
Case Manager at Center for New Americans at JEVS
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018Provided full case management support in non-profit setting for newly arrived refugees. Translated and interpreted between English and Arabic for refugee clients.
Associate at TJ Max
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014Performed customer service tasks and sales trainings for the front office.
Freelance Architect at Damascus, Syria
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2012Created 3D models in 3ds Max for residential and commercial buildings. Designed landscape and interiors for Al Sham Pearl Resort project and water games parks.
Self-Employed Architect at Baghdad, Iraq
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2006Designed houses and private medical office building.
Architect at Baghdad, Iraq
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1999Worked for the government and private sector architectural firms in a teamwork setting on different commercial and residential projects.
Philadelphia Assembled Collaborator at Philadelphia Museum of Art
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Designed the Sanctuary dome project as a safe space for community members and participated in project workshops.
Associate at TJ Maxx
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014Performed customer service tasks and sales trainings for the front office.
Self Employed Architect at Baghdad, Iraq
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2006Designed houses and private medical office buildings.
Freelance Architect at Damascus, Syria (Private practice)
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 2006Designed private houses, villas, and a private medical center; created 3D models for private clients and firms; collaborated on government projects as needed.
Learning Lab Tutor at Community College of Philadelphia
January 1, 2016 - May 31, 2016Taught students Interior Building Technology, AutoCAD, and Revit classes; prepared instructional materials and provided individual guidance.
Volunteer English Teacher at JEVS
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2018Taught English classes to newly arrived refugees; developed lesson plans and supported language development.
Architectural Designer at The Sheward Partnership
October 1, 2021 - April 1, 2023Developed design documentation for commercial and hospitality projects in Revit including construction administration. Collaborated with clients on project designs and conducted site surveys. Created 3D renderings and presentations for clients.
Interior Architect at Kelly Maiello Architects
September 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024Produced construction documentation for various commercial and hospitality projects in Revit; created 3D renderings and presentations; coordinated with clients on project designs and site surveys.
Tutor at Academic Success Center, Thomas Jefferson University
February 1, 2021 - June 1, 2021Taught students in Interior Building Technology, AutoCAD, and Revit classes.
Lighting Design Intern at ChromaLD
March 1, 2020 - August 1, 2020Developed lighting concepts and performed lighting calculations using AGI32; prepared luminaire specifications and schedules.
Volunteer Tutor at Community College of Philadelphia / Philadelphia Museum of Art Learning Lab
January 1, 2016 - May 31, 2016Tutored students in interior building technology, AutoCAD, and Revit; supported learning initiatives.
Architectural Designer at Kelly Maiello Architects
September 1, 2023 - October 2, 2024Produced construction documentation for various commercial and hospitality projects in Revit setting. Collaborated with clients on project designs and conducted site surveys.
Assembled Collaborator at Philadelphia Museum of Art
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Designed the Sanctuary dome project as a safe space for community members; participated in all workshops for the project development process.
Peer Educator and Freelance Interpreter at Nationalities Service Center
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015Conducted health literacy sessions for community members; provided English-Arabic interpretation for sewing classes at MADE Studio for Refugee Women’s Textile Initiative (RWTI).
Freelance Architect at Damascus
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2012Created 3D models in 3ds Max for residential and commercial buildings; designed landscape and interiors for Al Sham Pearl Resort project and water games parks.
Self Employed Architect at Baghdad
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2006Designed houses and private medical office buildings; worked for government and private sector architectural firms in a teamwork setting on different commercial and residential projects.
Architect at Baghdad
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1999Worked for the government and private sector architectural firms in a teamwork setting on different commercial and residential projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering at University of Baghdad
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026Master of Science in Interior Architecture at Thomas Jefferson University
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering at University of Baghdad
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026Media Design Diploma at Al Rajah Institute – Iraq
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026Master of Science in Interior Architecture at Thomas Jefferson University
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering at University of Baghdad
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026Media Design Diploma at Al Rajah Institute
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026Master of Science in Interior Architecture at Thomas Jefferson University
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering at University of Baghdad
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026Master of Science in Interior Architecture at Thomas Jefferson University
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering at University of Baghdad
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026Master of Science in Interior Architecture at Thomas Jefferson University
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering at University of Baghdad
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026Media Design Diploma at Al-Rajah Institute
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026Qualifications
New HS Scholarship Award for Outstanding Academic Studies in Interior Architecture
January 1, 2020 - March 19, 2026IESA Award for 'Design with Light' Student Competition
January 1, 2017 - March 19, 2026Leeway Foundation Art and Change Grant
January 1, 2016 - March 19, 2026Iraqi Songs in Colors Solo Exhibition
January 1, 2017 - March 19, 2026New Scholarship Award for Outstanding Academic Studies in Interior Architecture
January 1, 2020 - March 19, 2026Pathways to Housing Chair Affair - redesign
January 1, 2019 - March 19, 2026Design with Light Award - Student Competition
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Leeway Foundation Art and Change Grant
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016Iraqi Songs in Colors solo exhibition
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017World Gold Council Jewelry Designs Competition
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005Illuminating Engineering Society Award for Outstanding Academic Studies in Interior Architecture
January 1, 2017 - March 30, 2026Newhouse Scholarship Award for Outstanding Academic Studies in Interior Architecture
January 1, 2020 - March 30, 2026Leeway Foundation Art and Change Grant
January 1, 2016 - March 30, 2026COMcheck for energy code compliance
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026IE S Award for 'Design with Light' Student Competition
January 1, 2017 - April 8, 2026Leeway Foundation Art and Change Grant
January 1, 2016 - April 8, 2026New Scholarship Award for Outstanding Academic Studies in Interior Architecture
January 1, 2020 - April 8, 2026World Gold Council Competition
January 1, 2005 - April 8, 2026Industry Experience
Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization
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