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Hi, I’m Valentin Metes, an architect and BIM management professional based in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. I lead cross-disciplinary teams through all project stages, starting from client brief and early space layouts, guiding concept design, and ensuring projects stay on track within budget and schedule. I enjoy turning complex briefs into coordinated, realizable solutions and thrive on learning something new with every project.
Experience Level
Expert
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Intermediate
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Language
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Beginner
Work Experience
Lead Architect at COS
February 1, 2020 - December 31, 2025Lead a mixed team of experts through all project stages, from client brief to early space layout and conceptual design, through the technical phase. Ensure each team member receives the right information, the project stays on briefing and budget, and coordinate engineers and on-site activities during construction.
Prototype Specialist at Moonshot labs
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022Focus on design, 3D visualization, and digital fabrication as the backbone of the studio; explore new approaches to the industry and create prototypes and visualizations to support projects.
Architect at StudioAxia
July 1, 2014 - June 30, 2017Client meetings; assist the project manager across project steps; project management; design and concept; concept illustration; renderings; presentations; technical solutions; CAD drawings; preparing project documentation; on-site visits during construction.
Project Manager / Freelancer Architect at Atelier NOD
May 1, 2013 - June 30, 2016Developing a creative platform combining architecture, fabrication and prototyping, world-scale models, design objects, and urban furniture; providing concept development, 3D visualization, and related services.
Team Lead / Manager at EFdeN
January 1, 2013 - May 31, 2015In charge of the sustainability and innovation department; data collection, team coordination, and research; delivering technical solutions for the architecture team and assisting brainstorming to meet competition regulations and deliverables; project illustrations and stakeholder presentations.
Junior Designer at FilipSConcept
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013Assist at concept elaboration; technical solutions; CAD drawings; project development; 3D study models and renderings.
COS Lead Architect
February 1, 2020 - December 1, 2025Lead a mixed team of experts through all project stages, from client brief to concept design and technical phase; manage information flow, ensure budget adherence, coordinate on-site and project management during construction; focus on delivering the best possible design.
Project Manager at Atelier NOD
May 1, 2013 - June 30, 2016Freelancer architect coordinating architecture, fabrication and 3D visualization efforts; cross-disciplinary platform development and project management.
Team Lead Manager at EFdeN
January 1, 2013 - May 31, 2015In charge of sustainability and innovation department; data collection, team coordination, and technical solutions for architecture team; support for competition requirements and deliverables; project illustration and stakeholder presentations.
COS Lead Architect at COS
February 1, 2020 - December 1, 2025Lead a mixed team through all project stages, starting from client brief, early space layout and conceptual design, ensuring information flow, budget adherence, and on-site coordination during construction.
Education
Bachelor and Master of Architecture, Sustainability Studies at Universitatea Tehnică din Cluj-Napoca
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2011Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) at Technical University of Cluj Napoca
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2010Bachelor and Master of Architecture, Sustainability Studies at Universitatea Technică din Cluj-Napoca
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2011Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) at Technical University of Cluj Napoca
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2010Bachelor and Master of Architecture, Sustainability Studies at Universitatea Tehnică din Cluj-Napoca
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2011Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) at Technical University of Cluj Napoca
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2010Qualifications
Architecture Certified Information Manager Level 2 Advanced
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026Introduction to UI and UX Design Course
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026Certified Information Manager Level 1 Basic Course
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026Architecture Certified Information Manager Level 2 Advanced Introduction to UI and UX Design Course
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026Certified Information Manager Level 1 Basic Course
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026Architecture Certified Information Manager Level 2
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026Advanced Introduction to UI and UX Design Course
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026Certified Information Manager Level 1 Basic Course
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026Industry Experience
Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Education, Other, Media & Entertainment
The presence of nature in this place enhances the feeling of serenity and a sence of freedom we all miss in urban areas. The complex is surrounded by dense forest and a few trails heading all directions wich lets you explore and enjoy your experience more.
This place offers you a wide vista over the city wich sits lower at the base of the hills.
There are 4 houses wich share the main features so they all tailerd for the same design principles.
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