Atif Khwaja
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Christopher Meek
Mr. Atif Khwaja is a remarkable designer, deeply skilled with computation and simulation methods, and committed to delivering excellence across design, production, and critical thought. As a full-time faculty member at the University of Washington Department of Architecture, I first got to know Atif in a graduate-level course ARCH 504: Performance-Based Design Studio where he developed a quarter-long design studio project that used environmental and building energy performance simulation tools. Based on my fifteen years of teaching building science-related coursework at the University of Washington, I consider Atif one of my most exceptional students and am thrilled to see his career development. He is a great pleasure to work with and contributed to an excellent learning and working environment. Any organization will be fortunate to have Atif on their team.
Christopher Meek
Mr. Atif Khwaja is a remarkable designer, deeply skilled with computation and simulation methods, and committed to delivering excellence across design, production, and critical thought. As a full-time faculty member at the University of Washington Department of Architecture, I first got to know Atif in a graduate-level course ARCH 504: Performance-Based Design Studio where he developed a quarter-long design studio project that used environmental and building energy performance simulation tools. Based on my fifteen years of teaching building science-related coursework at the University of Washington, I consider Atif one of my most exceptional students and am thrilled to see his career development. He is a great pleasure to work with and contributed to an excellent learning and working environment. Any organization will be fortunate to have Atif on their team.
Christopher Meek
Mr. Atif Khwaja is a remarkable designer, deeply skilled with computation and simulation methods, and committed to delivering excellence across design, production, and critical thought. As a full-time faculty member at the University of Washington Department of Architecture, I first got to know Atif in a graduate-level course ARCH 504: Performance-Based Design Studio where he developed a quarter-long design studio project that used environmental and building energy performance simulation tools. Based on my fifteen years of teaching building science-related coursework at the University of Washington, I consider Atif one of my most exceptional students and am thrilled to see his career development. He is a great pleasure to work with and contributed to an excellent learning and working environment. Any organization will be fortunate to have Atif on their team.
Christopher Meek
Mr. Atif Khwaja is a remarkable designer, deeply skilled with computation and simulation methods, and committed to delivering excellence across design, production, and critical thought. As a full-time faculty member at the University of Washington Department of Architecture, I first got to know Atif in a graduate-level course ARCH 504: Performance-Based Design Studio where he developed a quarter-long design studio project that used environmental and building energy performance simulation tools. Based on my fifteen years of teaching building science-related coursework at the University of Washington, I consider Atif one of my most exceptional students and am thrilled to see his career development. He is a great pleasure to work with and contributed to an excellent learning and working environment. Any organization will be fortunate to have Atif on their team.
Credentials
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Revit 2017 Essential Training: Architecture (Imperial)
Lynda.comNov, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
The Art of Photoshop Compositing
Lynda.comNov, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Educational Qualifications in Architecture
Canadian Architectural Certification BoardOct, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate in Lighting Design
University of WashingtonDec, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Architectural Site & Envelope in Rhino
Lynda.comSep, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Rhino 5 Essential Training
Lynda.comSep, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Rhino and V-Ray: Architectural Rendering
Lynda.comSep, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Registered Architect
Pakistan Council of Architects and Town PlannersJun, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
Architect
Sindh Building Control AuthorityFeb, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
Intern Architect
Ontario Association of ArchitectsJan, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Associate Member (Architect)
Institute of Architects, Pakistan - IAPFeb, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Affiliate member (Architect Student)
Institute of Architects, Pakistan - IAPDec, 2010- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Studio JCI
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Canada
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Architecture and Planning
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1 - 100 Employee
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Job Captain
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Feb 2020 - Present
Working with licensed architects on multi-family residential and mixed-use projects using REVIT and AutoCAD. • Propose preliminary design solutions to satisfy the spatial relationship as per the client’s requirements. • Create digital models for preparing detailed design development drawings. • Coordinate engineering systems’ documents with architecture and identified areas of conflict while proposing solutions. • Participate in design review exercises of architectural documents and their compliance with applicable codes. • Prepare tender and construction documents as per the company’s submission standards with clarity and accuracy. • Perform construction administration through RFI resolution, shop drawings review and site visits.
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HEWITT
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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1 - 100 Employee
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Staff Architectural Designer
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Jul 2017 - Dec 2018
Worked alongside licensed architects on the design development of light rail stations and parking garages using REVIT and Adobe Suite. • Developed digital models and renderings for presentations to aid in the decision making process by clients. • Participated in client meetings to analyze their expectations. • Implemented functional and spatial requirements of structures per the clients requirements. • Performed architectural document coordination with sub-consultants. • Production of contract documents - detailing and presentation drawings preparation. • Prepared architectural scale drawings using computer-aided design tools. • Prepared contract documents for building contractors under direct supervision of a licensed architect. •Organized regimented quality control exercises with staff architects for review of detail design and make amendments as per the outcome. • Developed presentation materials to help decision makeup process by clients and stakeholders • Participated and contributed to design discussions and worked collaboratively with others toward design solution. • Referenced codes and design standards to assure design met criteria.
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Teacher Assitant - Structures
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Sep 2016 - Jun 2017
• Graded student’s weekly homework and monthly exams and recording them on canvas in a timely manner. • Worked with students, in groups and individually, with their assignments under the guidance of the professor. • Held independent office hours tutoring students who were in need of individual attention. • Having weekly meetings with the supervisor to discuss the graded result and giving feedback on a student’s progress. • Practiced the assigned task before class to have sound knowledge of what will be taught.
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Office of Facilities, UW School of Medicine
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Seattle, WA
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Planning Analyst Assistant
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Feb 2016 - Apr 2017
Worked with the lead architect and administrative assistance on the spatial planning of medical labs and offices using AutoCAD and Adobe In-Design. • Created diagrams to aid the School of Medicine’s master plan decision-making strategies. • Prepared alteration plans to address the changing lab requirements. • Proposed furniture layouts for offices and labs as per the University of Washington’s requirements. • Developed plans of the existing structures ranging from 400,000 SFT to 600,000 SFT for record purposes.
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University of Washington - Design Build
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Seattle, WA
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Graduate Student
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Mar 2016 - Jun 2016
• Developed presentation materials with classmates for the client, New Beginnings. • Created a feasibility report for costing and material usage. • Developed and documented construction drawings per the prescribed studio REVIT standards. • Constructed the proposed design in sections in studio, later assembled on site. • Developed presentation materials with classmates for the client, New Beginnings. • Created a feasibility report for costing and material usage. • Developed and documented construction drawings per the prescribed studio REVIT standards. • Constructed the proposed design in sections in studio, later assembled on site.
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ARCOP Associates Pvt. Ltd.
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India
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Architecture and Planning
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300 - 400 Employee
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Project Architect
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Jan 2012 - Jul 2015
Started as a Junior Architect but was quickly promoted to Project Architect based on the knowledge of building code and professionalism in work. Worked on housing, healthcare, commercial, airports, rural and urban master planning projects using AutoCAD and Photoshop.- Assisted the principals in development of the conceptual drawings.- Reference city and building codes to make sure that design meets criteria for hospitals, multi-family apartments, airports and commercial complex catering for retail and offices.- Prepared and supervised schematic drawings for the presentation to clients.- Prepared spreadsheets and building spatial diagram as per the building code to help in the decision-making process for clients and principal architect.- Organize team meetings with staff and sub-consultants to develop project timelines and to work collaboratively towards an efficient design solution.- Coordinated with other staff architects and draftsmen for the preparation of architectural drawings.- Coordinated architectural drawings with sub-consultants and project managers for the better understanding of the project.- Prepared tender drawings and specifications and supervised the bidding process ranging from $4,400,000 to $150,000,000.- Produced construction and ID packages of projects from 11,000 SFT to 3,680,000 SFT based on information shared by sub-consultants.- Performed construction administration duties for the proper implementation of design at site, while coordinating with site engineers, contractors and project managers.- Inspect architectural finishes at site as per the specified requirements to achieve the desired results.- Coordinated with clients regarding ongoing project progress and design revisions.
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Junior Architect
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Dec 2009 - Dec 2011
- Assisted in the design research to meet regulatory standards for hospitals, multi-family apartments, airports and commercial complex catering for retail and offices.- Assisted in the preparation of presentation drawings – diagrams and site analysis, for the meetings with clients.- Participated in design meetings with staff architects for design solutions.- Developed detail design documentation for sharing with sub-consultants and quantifying purposes.- Assisted in the production of architectural construction drawings and details for the implementation at site.- Assisted in the preparation of tender documents as per the required specifications under the supervision of Senior Project Architects and Quantifying Engineers.- Provided construction administration for the correct implementation of drawings at site while reporting the progress to Project and Principal Architects.
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Arch Vision Plus
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Karachi, Pakistan
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Architectural Intern
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Jun 2007 - Jul 2007
Worked under the supervision of licenced architect in the development of conceptual plans and elevations for a mix-used residential project. - Assisted the principal in developing conceptual drawings - Prepared plans for discussion with clients Worked under the supervision of licenced architect in the development of conceptual plans and elevations for a mix-used residential project. - Assisted the principal in developing conceptual drawings - Prepared plans for discussion with clients
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Education
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2015 - 2017
University of Washington
Master in Architecture M.Arch - Concentration in Sustainable Design and Systems, Architecture -
2005 - 2009
NED University of Engineering and Technology
Bachelor of Architecture - B.Arch, Architecture -
2002 - 2004
Bahria College NORE-I
HSC, Pre-Engineering -
1992 - 2002
Bai Virbaijee Soparivala Parsi High School
SSC, Computer Science
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