Alexander Rakita
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Frederique Prevost
Alexander worked on the complete refurbishment of our 4-bed flat. We were delighted both by his innovative ideas, his flexibility and his prompt answers to our questions. Every aspect of the architectural pack was ready quickly for us to move on to the works. I have no reservation in recommending Alexander Rakita.
Calbhac O'Carroll
I worked with Alexander in Moscow and later Dublin over a period of years. I have always found him to be talented, professional, diligent, meticulous and a gentleman. Working with him was always a pleasure an I would recommend him without hesitation or qualification
Jennifer Boyer
Alexander is a talented designer with expertise in retail, hospitality and mixed use projects. His commerical knowledge and international experience has enabled him to deliver some of our best work at Murray O'Laoire Architects.
Frederique Prevost
Alexander worked on the complete refurbishment of our 4-bed flat. We were delighted both by his innovative ideas, his flexibility and his prompt answers to our questions. Every aspect of the architectural pack was ready quickly for us to move on to the works. I have no reservation in recommending Alexander Rakita.
Calbhac O'Carroll
I worked with Alexander in Moscow and later Dublin over a period of years. I have always found him to be talented, professional, diligent, meticulous and a gentleman. Working with him was always a pleasure an I would recommend him without hesitation or qualification
Jennifer Boyer
Alexander is a talented designer with expertise in retail, hospitality and mixed use projects. His commerical knowledge and international experience has enabled him to deliver some of our best work at Murray O'Laoire Architects.
Frederique Prevost
Alexander worked on the complete refurbishment of our 4-bed flat. We were delighted both by his innovative ideas, his flexibility and his prompt answers to our questions. Every aspect of the architectural pack was ready quickly for us to move on to the works. I have no reservation in recommending Alexander Rakita.
Calbhac O'Carroll
I worked with Alexander in Moscow and later Dublin over a period of years. I have always found him to be talented, professional, diligent, meticulous and a gentleman. Working with him was always a pleasure an I would recommend him without hesitation or qualification
Jennifer Boyer
Alexander is a talented designer with expertise in retail, hospitality and mixed use projects. His commerical knowledge and international experience has enabled him to deliver some of our best work at Murray O'Laoire Architects.
Frederique Prevost
Alexander worked on the complete refurbishment of our 4-bed flat. We were delighted both by his innovative ideas, his flexibility and his prompt answers to our questions. Every aspect of the architectural pack was ready quickly for us to move on to the works. I have no reservation in recommending Alexander Rakita.
Calbhac O'Carroll
I worked with Alexander in Moscow and later Dublin over a period of years. I have always found him to be talented, professional, diligent, meticulous and a gentleman. Working with him was always a pleasure an I would recommend him without hesitation or qualification
Jennifer Boyer
Alexander is a talented designer with expertise in retail, hospitality and mixed use projects. His commerical knowledge and international experience has enabled him to deliver some of our best work at Murray O'Laoire Architects.
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AR Architecture
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United Kingdom
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Architecture and Planning
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director
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Jul 2010 - Present
AR Architecture (www.ar-arch.co.uk) is a London-based, award-winning creative studio of Architects and Interior designers, distinguished by its international expertise and local capability The practice gets involved in a broad range of high-end residential, commercial and hospitality projects, thriving and succeeding in most complex inter-cultural settings. Working closely with our Clients, we meet their objectives and budgetary targets, whilst always seeking inspiring innovative… Show more AR Architecture (www.ar-arch.co.uk) is a London-based, award-winning creative studio of Architects and Interior designers, distinguished by its international expertise and local capability The practice gets involved in a broad range of high-end residential, commercial and hospitality projects, thriving and succeeding in most complex inter-cultural settings. Working closely with our Clients, we meet their objectives and budgetary targets, whilst always seeking inspiring innovative solutions and exceeding expectations. From inception to completion, we provide full transparency on all aspects of the project, helping our Clients maintain control over the cost and the programme. Show less AR Architecture (www.ar-arch.co.uk) is a London-based, award-winning creative studio of Architects and Interior designers, distinguished by its international expertise and local capability The practice gets involved in a broad range of high-end residential, commercial and hospitality projects, thriving and succeeding in most complex inter-cultural settings. Working closely with our Clients, we meet their objectives and budgetary targets, whilst always seeking inspiring innovative… Show more AR Architecture (www.ar-arch.co.uk) is a London-based, award-winning creative studio of Architects and Interior designers, distinguished by its international expertise and local capability The practice gets involved in a broad range of high-end residential, commercial and hospitality projects, thriving and succeeding in most complex inter-cultural settings. Working closely with our Clients, we meet their objectives and budgetary targets, whilst always seeking inspiring innovative solutions and exceeding expectations. From inception to completion, we provide full transparency on all aspects of the project, helping our Clients maintain control over the cost and the programme. Show less
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Consultant
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Jul 2010 - Sep 2011
- WOODS BAGOT, Sept 2010 – Sept 2011 (from March 2011 - consultant), Senior Project Manager for Russia & C.I.S. - ADAMSON ASSOCIATES, March – Sept 2011, Canary Wharf Crossrail Station - ARUP ASSOCIATES, July – Sept 2010, King Abdullah Sport City (Saudi Arabia) - WOODS BAGOT, Sept 2010 – Sept 2011 (from March 2011 - consultant), Senior Project Manager for Russia & C.I.S. - ADAMSON ASSOCIATES, March – Sept 2011, Canary Wharf Crossrail Station - ARUP ASSOCIATES, July – Sept 2010, King Abdullah Sport City (Saudi Arabia)
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Associate Director; from 2009 - Head of Abu-Dhabi Office
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Oct 2006 - Mar 2010
Murray O'Laoire Architects (a.k.a. MOLA, closed in March 2010) was a major international architectural practice with 200+ employees and 8 offices in Ireland, Germany, Russia, Slovakia, UAE, Lybia and Barbados Responsibilities included: - Leadership of design teams on complex projects: mixed-use, hospitality, offices and retail, transport & infrastructure - International business development: Central & Eastern Europe, India, Middle East - Setup of a new office in Abu Dhabi… Show more Murray O'Laoire Architects (a.k.a. MOLA, closed in March 2010) was a major international architectural practice with 200+ employees and 8 offices in Ireland, Germany, Russia, Slovakia, UAE, Lybia and Barbados Responsibilities included: - Leadership of design teams on complex projects: mixed-use, hospitality, offices and retail, transport & infrastructure - International business development: Central & Eastern Europe, India, Middle East - Setup of a new office in Abu Dhabi (UAE) - Day-to-day practice management Show less Murray O'Laoire Architects (a.k.a. MOLA, closed in March 2010) was a major international architectural practice with 200+ employees and 8 offices in Ireland, Germany, Russia, Slovakia, UAE, Lybia and Barbados Responsibilities included: - Leadership of design teams on complex projects: mixed-use, hospitality, offices and retail, transport & infrastructure - International business development: Central & Eastern Europe, India, Middle East - Setup of a new office in Abu Dhabi… Show more Murray O'Laoire Architects (a.k.a. MOLA, closed in March 2010) was a major international architectural practice with 200+ employees and 8 offices in Ireland, Germany, Russia, Slovakia, UAE, Lybia and Barbados Responsibilities included: - Leadership of design teams on complex projects: mixed-use, hospitality, offices and retail, transport & infrastructure - International business development: Central & Eastern Europe, India, Middle East - Setup of a new office in Abu Dhabi (UAE) - Day-to-day practice management Show less
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Associate Director, Deputy Head of the Branch
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Jul 2004 - Oct 2006
Murray O'Laoire Architects (a.k.a. MOLA) was an Irish architectural practice with 200+ employees across 8 offices in Ireland, Germany, Russia, Slovakia, UAE, Lybia and Barbados. I joined MOLA's Moscow office first as a Senior Architect, soon became an Associate Director with particular responsibility for promoting MOLA on the Russian market, then was appointed the Deputy Head of the Branch. In October 2006 I was transferred to the head office in Dublin. Responsibilities included: -… Show more Murray O'Laoire Architects (a.k.a. MOLA) was an Irish architectural practice with 200+ employees across 8 offices in Ireland, Germany, Russia, Slovakia, UAE, Lybia and Barbados. I joined MOLA's Moscow office first as a Senior Architect, soon became an Associate Director with particular responsibility for promoting MOLA on the Russian market, then was appointed the Deputy Head of the Branch. In October 2006 I was transferred to the head office in Dublin. Responsibilities included: - Leadership of design teams on complex projects: mixed-use, retail, hospitality, residential, industrial - Business development: with my input, MOLA Moscow office got involved in large-scale award-winning new-build projects, doubled in size and became the most profitable branch of the company. - Day-to-day practice management. Show less Murray O'Laoire Architects (a.k.a. MOLA) was an Irish architectural practice with 200+ employees across 8 offices in Ireland, Germany, Russia, Slovakia, UAE, Lybia and Barbados. I joined MOLA's Moscow office first as a Senior Architect, soon became an Associate Director with particular responsibility for promoting MOLA on the Russian market, then was appointed the Deputy Head of the Branch. In October 2006 I was transferred to the head office in Dublin. Responsibilities included: -… Show more Murray O'Laoire Architects (a.k.a. MOLA) was an Irish architectural practice with 200+ employees across 8 offices in Ireland, Germany, Russia, Slovakia, UAE, Lybia and Barbados. I joined MOLA's Moscow office first as a Senior Architect, soon became an Associate Director with particular responsibility for promoting MOLA on the Russian market, then was appointed the Deputy Head of the Branch. In October 2006 I was transferred to the head office in Dublin. Responsibilities included: - Leadership of design teams on complex projects: mixed-use, retail, hospitality, residential, industrial - Business development: with my input, MOLA Moscow office got involved in large-scale award-winning new-build projects, doubled in size and became the most profitable branch of the company. - Day-to-day practice management. Show less
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Project Architect
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Dec 2002 - Jun 2004
Top-rated private boutique architectural practice specializing in high-end residential and mixed-use projects in the historical centre of Moscow. Leadership of complex hi-end projects across all stages Top-rated private boutique architectural practice specializing in high-end residential and mixed-use projects in the historical centre of Moscow. Leadership of complex hi-end projects across all stages
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Project Architect
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Mar 1995 - Nov 2002
Private consultancy to local authorities and cultural institutions Leadership of architectural projects in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team of expert consultants in museums, art, history, economy, sociology etc. Private consultancy to local authorities and cultural institutions Leadership of architectural projects in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team of expert consultants in museums, art, history, economy, sociology etc.
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Architect
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Aug 1993 - Mar 1995
Municipal designing institution for civil buildings Municipal designing institution for civil buildings
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Architectural Assistant, Architect
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1990 - Aug 1993
State designing institution for hotels and resorts. I began working there part-time as a student, then joined full-time as a graduate. State designing institution for hotels and resorts. I began working there part-time as a student, then joined full-time as a graduate.
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Education
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UCD/RIAI (Dublin, Ireland)
Master of Architecture - MArch (Certificate in Professional Practice), Architecture -
Moscow Architectural Institute (State Academy)
Bachelor of Architecture - BArch (Diploma in Architecture (with Honours)), Architecture -
Ecole d'Architecture Paris-Tolbiac
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29 Special English School, Moscow
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1st Arts' School, Moscow