Resumé

Work Experience

InnovX Architecture, Haryana, India (2023—Present)

Director & Principal Architect

Freelance Designer, UK & India (2015—23)

Self-Employed

Keenan Project Design Ltd., Leamington Spa, United Kingdom (2022)

Project Lead

archXtasy, Delhi, India (2018—20)

Founding Partner & Director

S. D. Sharma & Associates, Chandigarh, India (2017)

Intern Architect

Architecture Paradigm, Bangalore, India (2017)

Intern Architect

Education

Oxford Brookes University | Oxford, United Kingdom

M. Arch. | Merit | 2020—2021

ETH Zurich | Switzerland

Certificate Course | 2020

D. C. R. University | Delhi NCR, India

B. Arch. | Distinction | 2014—2019

Aggarsain Public School | KKR, India

Distinction | 1999—2014

Software

AutoCAD

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ArchiCAD

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Revit

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Rhino 3D

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Grasshopper

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3DS Max

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Sketchup

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Blender

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Midjourney

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Dall - E

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Meshroom

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Adobe Photoshop

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Adobe Illustrator

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Adobe InDesign

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Adobe Premiere

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OpenShot

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Ecotect Analysis

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Artlantis

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VRay

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IRay

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Mental Ray

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Lumion

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Twin-Motion

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D5 Render

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Enscape

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Microsoft Office

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Skills

CNC-Routing

Laser Cutting

3D Scanning

3D Printing

POP Molding

Model Making

Sketching

Stippling

Painting

Drafting

Measure Drawing

3D Rendering

Graphic Design

Digital Art

Concept Development

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Growth mindset

Management

Team Leadership

Volunteering

Oxford Brookes University (2020—21)

Student Representative

International Council on Monuments and Sites (2016)

Conservation Intern

S. D. Sharma & Associates (2017)

Event Assistant

Gateway College of Architecture & Design (2015)

Event Coordinator

Indian Red Cross Society (2011)

Trainee

Licenses & Certifications

IELTS Official (2020)

English Language Certificate (Credential Band 8.5)

Council of Architecture, India (2019)

National Register of Architects

NASA, India (2017)

Digital Intuition

Parametric Modelling in Rhino and Structural Analysis

MM University, India (2016)

Low Cost Building Structure and Analysis

Sustainable Architecture and Interpretation in the future

Coursera Official (2015)

Design of Parametric Structural Systems

MM University, India (2015)

3D Modelling with 3DS Max and Sketchup

NASA, India (2015)

Model Making and Calibrating Synthetic Means

Udemy Official (2013)

Design Thinking and Imagination

Publications, Honors & Awards

First Awards

B. Arch.

Thesis Topper | Semester X | 2019

Design Scholar | Semester IX | 2018

Design Scholar | Semester IV | 2016

Street Reinvention Competition | Extra-curricular Activities | 2016

Design Scholar | Semester III | 2015

Design Scholar | Semester II | 2015

A3 Foundation

Sustainable Design of the Year Award | 2017

GRIHA Awards for Passive Design

Team Member | S. D. Sharma & Associates | 2017

MNL University Competition

Team Member | Architecture Paradigm | 2017

Second Awards

B. Arch

Design Scholar | Semester VI | 2018

Third Awards

Poornima University

Product from Scrap Competition | 2017

Honorable Mention

Amity University

Bridge The Gap Competition | 2018

Publications

Article: Cybernetic Spaces as an Approach beyond Physical Architecture | IJSER | 2019

Research Paper: Mathematics in Architecture: A Core of Aesthetics | AAF | 2018

Design: Woodbox, Villa Project | Vastu-Dwar | 2015

Description of Work Experience

Director & Principal Architect | InnovX Architecture

Haryana, India

April 2023 - Present

A firm I founded this year, I have spearheaded a dynamic team in delivering innovative design solutions in Haryana, India. Our multi-faceted approach encompasses Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Design, and Product Design, creating harmonious living and working spaces.

Notably, we recently completed a stunning Interior Design project for a hotel, showcasing our commitment to aesthetic excellence and functionality. Currently, we're actively engaged in numerous residential projects, where we blend creativity and functionality to craft personalized, inviting spaces. InnovX Architecture stands as a testament to our dedication to transformative design in the architectural realm.

Freelance Designer | Self - Employed

UK & India

August 2015 - March 2023

As a versatile freelance designer and architect, I have had the privilege of designing a diverse array of projects, showcasing my skills in creativity and functionality. My portfolio spans a wide spectrum, encompassing Showrooms, Residential spaces, Restaurants, Hotels, Kiosk Design, Sculptures, and Interior Design projects. I am well-versed in the entire architectural process, from RIBA Stage 0, involving project inception, to Stage 6, overseeing project completion and handover.

My flexibility and passion for design have also led me to collaborate with various firms, where I've contributed as a vital team member in Design Teams, participating in competitions, and leveraging my expertise as a 3D visualizer to bring concepts to life. My work reflects a commitment to delivering compelling, visionary designs across a range of sectors.

Project Lead | Keenan Project Designs Limited

South UK and Mid-Lands UK

February 2022 - December 2022

I have had the privilege of designing and overseeing the execution of 128 Residential Projects in the South UK, covering the geographical expanse from Essex to Bath.

These projects encompassed all phases of the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) stages, from initial concept (Stage 0) to construction (Stage 4).

The majority of these projects were situated in prominent locations, including London, Watford, Southend-On-Sea, Chelmsford, Cambridge, Bedfordshire, Milton Keynes, Luton, Oxford, Reading, Banbury, Bristol, Bath, Gloucestershire, Birmingham, and more.

Founding Partner & Principal Architect | archXtasy

Delhi, India

July 2018 - February 2020

I proudly held the position of Founding Partner and Principal Architect at archXtasy, a firm headquartered in Delhi, India. Our practice specialized in Designing & Managing a wide spectrum of Projects, both Residential & Commercial, encompassing all Stages of the RIBA framework, from the Initial concept (Stage 0) to the Post-Completion Evaluation (Stage 6).

In addition to our Professional endeavors, we had also collaborated with NGOs on vital Rural Survey initiatives.

Intern Architect | S. D. Sharma & Associates

Chandigarh, India

October 2017 - December 2017

I gained invaluable hands-on experience across various stages of architectural projects. I actively participated in client meetings, collaborating closely with the Principal Architect and Architecture Assistant II, contributing to RIBA Stage 0 - Stage 2 processes.

In a significant role, I was entrusted with responsibilities for RIBA Stage 3 in the development of the PSG Institute of Technology & Applied Arts in Coimbatore. This involved producing presentation drawings and conducting research to meet GRIHA criteria, showcasing my dedication to sustainable design.

Additionally, I played a pivotal role during RIBA Stage 3 - Stage 4 in the project for Himachal Pradesh Technical University. Here, I was responsible for generating GFC drawings and rendering, further honing my architectural skills. My internship at S.D. Sharma & Associates provided me with a strong foundation and diverse experiences in the field of architecture.

Intern Architect | Architecture Paradigm

Bangalore, India

June 2017 - September 2017

I actively participated in various stages of architectural projects, gaining a wealth of practical experience. A significant portion of my responsibilities involved working on the Maharashtra National Law University project, spanning from RIBA Stage 2 to Stage 4. Under the guidance of the Project Lead, I was tasked with designing landscapes, market areas, and terrace gardens for housing apartments. Additionally, I was responsible for creating 3D models and renders, enhancing my skills in visual representation.

In another project for residential developments, I contributed from RIBA Stage 2 to Stage 5. My responsibilities included generating GFCs (General for Construction drawings), designing facades, and crafting interior layouts. This comprehensive experience at Architecture Paradigm has honed my architectural skills across various facets of the profession.

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