Experience

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  JM Architecture Inc

  • Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

  • IA AIBC (Registrant)

    • Aug 2022 - Present
    • Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

    • Performing complex architectural and design assignments, applying innovative architectural design concepts and advanced professional knowledge.• Completing comprehensive code compliance evaluations to conform projects against zoning Bylaws and BCBC 2018. Projects located in Richmond, North Vancouver, Surrey, Kamloops, Chilliwack, White Rock. Projects are wood construction and concrete construction. • Contributing to multiple aspects of project coordination including fully documenting coordination with Civil, structural, MEP, landscape consultants and hotel franchise.• Ensuring technical aspects of projects align with project scope, design, budget, client goals, consultant coordination, and core requirements.• Preparing and ensuring the accuracy of technical documents• Attending team meetings to resolve technical, project issues and review project schedules. • Coordinating construction documents for each phase to fast-track projects.

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  LaSalle College Vancouver

  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

  • Academic Tutor for the degree of interior design (FR/EN)

    • Jun 2021 - Aug 2023
    • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

    This is what I do in my non-practice time: I am passionate about people. LaSalle college allows me to coach, mentor and guide students proactively for skill development and professional growth in interior design. I prefer online classes, delivered in English and French.

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  University of Oregon

  • Eugene, Oregon, United States

  • Design in Spatial Justice Fellow, Visiting Assistant Professor/ Podcaster, creative producer

    • Nov 2020 - Jun 2022
    • Eugene, Oregon, United States

    • Producing and hosting a podcast around Insights into the work of Visiting Faculty Fellows in Design for Spatial Justice—designers, researchers, and activists from around the world working on spatial justice issues at the intersection of race, gender, ethnicity, sexuality, and economic inequality.• Teaching a graduate-level seminar around displacement and refugees and a graduate-level studio about trauma-informed design.• Organizing, fundraising, and moderating “Interwoven Narratives in the built environment: Indigenous resurgence as a path toward long term resilience “for the Center for Asian and Pacific Studies.- ARCH 484/584 "Trauma-informed design: Can Architecture heal?"- ARCH 407/507 "Refugees in the 21st century: Architecture Role in Problem-solving"- ARCH 283 "Architectural Design I: Architecture & Environment"- ARCH 610 "Global Architecture of the Modern Era: Regionalism, Nationalism and Internationalism"

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  AMIDEAST

  • Trainer for professional workshops in LEED

    • Jun 2017 - Jun 2022

    I showed up to prepare - with efficiency and fun - professionals in the AEC industry to pass their LEED Green Associate and LEED Accredited Professionals administered by USGBC.

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  ArchiBuild Design & Construction

  • Beirut District, Lebanon

  • Architect

    • Jun 2015 - Jan 2022
    • Beirut District, Lebanon

    ArchiBuild was a venture, a profitable one that sent us places to design, build and engage with communities. As a co-founder, I managed design-build and documentation for culture and housing projects.Some of the projects include: • Managing design for Green Academy International competition in Bologna, Italy – placed finalist.• Leading design for multi-use Dunes Touristic Hub Oman – First place in invited competition (DTC Oman).• Preparing bidding for the UNICEF project of 45 Public Schools in Lebanon for refugees.• Participating in damage assessment and rehabilitation of historic buildings affected by the 2020 Beirut Blast.• Handling major Projects (at different phases) including: University Of Oregon Innovation Lab, BIM Models for US Embassy New Compound in Beirut, Jeb Jannine Playground for Syrian Refugees with Catalytic Action in Lebanon, ABC Shopping Center, etc…

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  Youthful Cities

  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

  • Researcher, Urban Decoder for City of Culture Index

    • Jan 2020 - Aug 2020
    • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    • Reviewed indicators and data collection process through exploration leading to culture-focused index updates. • Participated in local activation of Index results, including recruitment of relevant local stakeholders.• Communicated with Youthful Cities main office to report on progress and troubleshoot research.• Lead the storytelling workshop for artists in Nairobi and Coventry for the Coventry UK City of Culture 2021.• Presented the research findings in the debate “Creatives should run our cities”.

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  Beirut Arab University

  • Design Instructor

    • Jan 2016 - Jun 2020

    For five years filled with diverse projects, I co-taught in the Faculty of Architecture - Design & Built Environment RIBA part 1 Studios 8, 7, 2, and 1.

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  Lebanese American University

  • Architecture Design and Theory Adjunct Professor

    • Jan 2016 - Jun 2017

    My first on-campus teaching experience! The classes were Design Studio 6 and Modern Architecture Theory Class at the School of Architecture and Design SARD.

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  G70

  • Honolulu, Hawaii

  • Architectural Designer

    • Jun 2014 - Jun 2015
    • Honolulu, Hawaii

    • Contributed to design stage of the First Hawaiian Bank Proposal – Honolulu, Hawaii.• Designed a proposal for William S. Richardson School of Law at University of Hawaii– Manoa, Lead.• Competed in in the international Tahiti Mahana Beach Masterplan Competition, a new 128 acres resort, including 2800 resort units and apartments. • Managed a $500 million proposal of Kyoya Sheraton Princess Kaiulani 1,100-room Waikiki Hotel and public areas while managing 8 team members and designing the project components which was awarded the first prize. • Conducted site visits and surveyed local Hawaiian renovation hospitality projects, for hotel rooms and common facilities.• Co-lead internal rebranding efforts for G70 40th anniversary, including workshops for employees and the launching of the new brand identity.

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  Waterleaf Architecture

  • Portland, Oregon Area

  • Architectural Designer

    • Aug 2013 - Jun 2014
    • Portland, Oregon Area

    • Contributing to Design Development and Construction Documents sets for Haiti clinic, a project originally submitted by Grace Aaraj and Jacqueline Davis and awarded first place for the international competition.• Organizing design workshops to meet with local and displaced communities in French.• Conducting site visits and documenting materials selection and site conditions.• Working with the design team and engineers in identifying solutions to design objectives and complex features.• Working in a fast-paced environment with the design team to develop detailed design concepts.• Liaising with trades, consultants, and approving authorities and community in Jacmel, Haiti.

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  Center for Public Interest Design CPID

  • Designer and Builder

    • Dec 2013 - Dec 2013

    • Contributing to the design of orphanage extension with shaded courtyards.• Participating with an international team in building activities and on-site execution of projects. Part of the Portland State University CPID project for post-earthquake orphanage building and extension

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  Meiji University

  • Tokyo, Japan

  • Guest Planner

    • Aug 2013 - Aug 2013
    • Tokyo, Japan

    • Co-designing and presenting an urban design proposal for Nakano-ku urban interventions for Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics host. Supported by JASSO funding through the Ministry of Educational Affairs in Japan.