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ABDULLAHI MUHAMMAD SANI Project/Design Architect 2015- 2024.

Profile Summary Resourceful Design/Project Architect with 5 years of experience in designing, managing, producing and issuing all project documentation including detailed drawings, reports and specifications.

Ability to inspect building sites and proficient in AutoCad, Revit, Lumion and other drawing and presentation software. Dedicated to sustainable design practices and committed to advancing environmentally friendly and gender-inclusive design principles in architecture, urban design, and development.

Demonstrated ability to manage diverse design workloads, showcasing resilience in navigating conflicting demands.

Software Skills Revit AutoCAD Lumion Sketch up Twin Motion Microsoft Word, Excel and Power point

Abdullahi Muhammad Sani Lagos, Nigeria. abdulmuhd100@gmail.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/abdullahimuhammad/ +234 7066894566

Interest & Activities Photography Football Strolling

OFFICES/COMMERCIAL DESIGNS

RESIDENTIAL TOWER (IVORY COAST) A residential tower for a private client in Ivory coast.

The design concept was derived from a typical ceiling fan with three wings, The idea behind it is to create a concept that has a central CORE to all axis of the building in order to create a central access yet different entrance to each flat.

Below is a sketch of how the concept was evolved.

RESIDENTIAL TOWER (IVORY COAST) The following were achieved in the design: Development Economics - Maximize Lettable floor space Functional Aesthetics – Form & Function in harmony Reduced Maintenance – Articulated & Accessible Services Privacy & Security - Individual access to each Flat Energy Efficiency – Attention to Glazing & Shading Wellbeing - 80% of Bedrooms are cross ventilated Views - 100% of Living/Dining Rooms have Dual Aspect

RESIDENTIAL TOWER (IVORY COAST)

CALL CENTER AND STUDIO (ILUPEJU, LAGOS STATE) The proposed site is an existing plastic factory, the client’s intention is to convert the facility to a call center and studio.

I took measurements of the whole warehouse and produced as built drawings together with a proposal of how the client wants to convert the facility. The design is still under review by the client.

Role : Architect Current Status : Design Stage Software Used : REVIT and LUMION

EXISTING SITE

CALL CENTER AND STUDIO (ILUPEJU, LAGOS STATE)

Single Occupancy Office Plan 12-15sqm per workplace

Double Occupancy Office Plan 1215sqm per workplace

The Vibe – Reception, Conference, sick bay

Shared Office, Cellular or Open Plan 68sqm per workplace

Open Plan (Benching) 6-8sqm Per workplace

CALL CENTER AND STUDIO (ILUPEJU, LAGOS STATE) A case study was carried out at the existing call centers and studios of the client’s office.

The spaces were allocated based on the size of each studio. Each studio is linked to a control room, MCR, Audio Visual room, Make up room, changing and toilets. The capacity of each space depends on the size of the studio, a ratio was used to distribute the size of each room to a studio attached to it.

The call center is an open space (benching) workplaces, it is designed to accommodate 6-8sqm per workspace.

A total of 500+ workstations were placed on a 1000+ sqm of open space.

The call center has auxiliary spaces attached to it, these spaces include; manager, conference, locker rooms, chill area, quality assurance, sick bay and toilets.

PROPOSED SPORT COMPLEX (SCHOOL MODULE) This is Sport Complex for my final year project. The project involves design of adequate sport complex for the university. The project aims at providing an ultra modern sport complex for the university and will achieve the following objectives; Make available major sport facilities to staff and student Give student ample opportunity to participate in sports Attract a variety of local, regional and national sport events.

These are the pictures I was able to snap before submitting the module.

PROPOSED SPORT COMPLEX (SCHOOL MODULE)

ANTROPOMETRICS

FORM ANALYSIS

PROPOSED SPORT COMPLEX (SCHOOL MODULE)

SPACE ANALYSIS 1

SPACE ANALYSIS 2

PROPOSED SPORT COMPLEX (SCHOOL MODULE)

GROUND FLOOR

ROOF PLAN

PROPOSED SPORT COMPLEX (SCHOOL MODULE)

SECTIONS

ELEVATIONS

PROPOSED SPORT COMPLEX (SCHOOL MODULE)

3D PERSPECTIVE MODEL

OPTIMUS BANK (LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA) This is an interior design of Optimus bank located in Lagos state.

The design was given out to different people within a short time submission period of 3 days.

I led a team of 3 Architects in producing such amazing spaces.

The design was selected for the project and is now a prototype design for all Optimus banks across Nigeria.

OFFICES/COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION

OFFICE COMPLEX (VI, LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA) This is an office complex development for a private client. The building is being constructed

by Eko pearl Nigeria, with other consulting firms overlooking the construction.

Tektonik Projects is the consulting Architect and I was assigned to be in charge of attending meetings and relating with other members for supervision and resolving issues on site.

Below are pictures of the structure from design stage to construction stages accordingly.

OFFICE COMPLEX (CONT’D)

BIG BROTHER NIGERIA HOUSE (ILUPEJU, LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA) The big brother Nigeria is a Nigerian reality competition television series, based on the big brother television franchise, in which contestants live in an isolated house and compete for a large cash prize and other material prizes.

The house was designed and constructed by Tektonik Projects and decorated by lefteye.

I have designed and supervised the house refurbishment at Tektonik for 4 seasons consecutively.

Below are pictures of the layout and construction stages from different seasons.

CONTAINERIZE OFFICE COMPLEX (VI, LAGOS STATE) A combination of 20ft and 40ft containers were used to design this amazing structure.

The container complex was designed by a different firm while my company handled the construction part.

We had a challenge of supporting about 7m cantilever, steel stanchions and beams were introduced underneath as shown in the pictures.

The roof and inner walls were also insulated in order to reduce external heat in the spaces created.

CONTAINERIZE OFFICE COMPLEX (VI, LAGOS STATE) A conceptual design idea for the container complex extension. The conceptual idea is still under review by the client.

PROPOSED HOSTER (IBUSA, DELTA STATE, NIGERIA) A conceptual design idea for student hostel. The conceptual idea is still under review by the client.

Role : Designer Current Status : Completed Software Used : REVIT and TWIN MOTION

PROPOSED HOSTER (IBUSA, DELTA STATE, NIGERIA)

RESIDENTIAL DESIGNS

APPLE ESTATE (LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA) This is a residential estate design carried out with my boss.

I was assigned to produce the elevations and 3D models of the Flats.

Role : Drafting and 3D Current Status : Completed Software Used : REVIT

SITE PLAN

GROUND FLOOR

FIRST FLOOR

SECOND FLOOR

ELEVATION

APPLE ESTATE (LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA) This is a residential estate design carried out with my boss.

I was assigned to produce the elevations and 3D models of the Flats.

Role : Drafting and 3D Current Status : Completed Software Used : REVIT

ELEVATION SECTION

MASTER BEDROOM KITCHEN

TOILET/BATH

APPLE ESTATE (LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA)

PRIMADALE (ABUJA, NIGERIA) Based on the principle that great design is rooted in a comprehensive understanding of social, cultural, and economic factors, PRIMEDALE is dedicated to offering a platform for energyefficient living.

Situated within the Karmo cadastral zone in Abuja, Nigeria, this project encompasses a range of townhouses designed to be “Net Zero Carbon” residences, including four blocks of 31 units of 2 bedroom homes and two blocks of 13 units of 3-bedroom homes.

Role : Participant Current Status : On site Software Used : REVIT,SKETCH UP & AUTOCAD

PRIMEDALE has been meticulously crafted to align with various Sustainable Development Goals initiatives, including combatting climate change and its impacts, fostering the creation of sustainable and affordable cities, and providing access to affordable and clean energy. Additionally, it supports the Housing Affordability Initiative (H.A.I), ensuring that housing options are within reach for individuals and families.

PRIMADALE (ABUJA, NIGERIA)

RESIDENTIAL FLATS (OGUN STATE, NIGERIA) This is a residential flat design for a private client The following were requested and achieved in the design: 6no Apartments (2 Bedroom).

Individual access to each flat.

Functional Aesthetics – Form & Function in harmony Reduced Maintenance – Articulated & Accessible Services Wellbeing - Bedrooms are cross ventilated Adequate car park Role : Design Current Status : Completed Software Used : REVIT and LUMION

RESIDENTIAL VILLA (EKO ATLANTIC CITY, LAGOS STATE) The design was produced based on client’s requirements.

The client provided a picture of a villa with similar looks and requested for a design.

The prototype design was produced together with other options for him to select.

Below are pictures showing different design options.

Role : Design Current Status : Completed Software Used : REVIT and LUMION

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (LEKKI, LAGOS STATE) The building was design on a small piece of land as shown. It has the following spaces all incorporated.

Living, Dining, Kitchen and BQ, Children study on a mezzanine floor, A master and Madam’s Bedroom, Family lounge and 3no Bedrooms, Lounge, Bedroom and Indoor Pool on a pent floor.

Role : Design Current Status : Completed Software Used : REVIT and LUMION

ESTATE DEVELOPMENT (GUZAPE, FCT ABUJA) This is an estate proposal for a private client in Abuja. The client requested for different units on a large piece of land. The following are the units designed on the land.

7no of 4 Bedroom duplex, 5no of 5 Bedroom villa, 6 Blocks of 10flats apartment (3 bedroom each), 5 Blocks of 6 Terrace housing (4 Bedroom each).

SEMI DETACHED DEVELOPMENT (ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA) This is a residential semi detached design carried out with my boss.

I was assigned to produce the elevations and 3D models.

Role : Design Current Status : Completed Software Used : REVIT and LUMION

SITE LOCATION MAP

SEMI DETACHED DEVELOPMENT (ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA)

SITE PLAN ELEVATION AND SECTION

DETAILING

RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (AGBOR, DELTA STATE, NIGERIA) This is a 6 Bedroom duplex plus pent and a chalet designed for a private client at Agbor, the house is under construction as shown pictorially. It has the following features incorporated: Functional Aesthetics – Form & Function in harmony Reduced Maintenance – Articulated & Accessible Services Wellbeing - Bedrooms are cross ventilated Adequate car park Landscaping

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (IKOYI, LAGOS STATE) The massive villa is located in Ikoyi, Lagos state.

I was assigned to supervise the construction Process by my company and report any fault identified at every stage.

I was able to point out various detailing errors made by the contractor and prepared a weekly documentation for proper report.

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (ONIRU, LAGOS STATE) This is a Semi-detached residence and the client owns only one part of it.

The client requested for an entire refurbishment of his side to have a contemporary look.

The design was done by a different firm while we were engaged in making it a reality.

There were so many challenges faced in order not to damage the other part of the building but with proper supervision, we were able to finish the project without a single damage. The owner of the other building later asked for a quotation to convert his own too.

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