Architectural Portfolio

Amin Kanan

kanaanamin@gmail.com

+7 702 60 65 315

Lebanon

Amin Kanan

Passionate and skilled architect with +5 years of experience in planning, developing, and implementing architectural designs. Committed to high quality and achieving clients satisfaction every step of the way.” I don’t know why people hire Architects and tell them what to do”

kanaanamin@gmail.com

+7 702 60 65 315

Lebanon

Skills

Architectural Design

Multi-taksing & Research

Site Coordination

Execution Detailing

Revit | AutoCad

Vray | Corona | TM

PS | Ai | Id

3ds Max

Rhino Education

Bachelor’s of Architectural Engineering

2009-2014 (RIBA accredited)

Beirut Arab University

Debbiyeh, Lebanon

LEED Green Associate

Languages

Arabic English Russian

Work Experience

Intern, Chehab Leaders

Saida, Lebanon | 2013-2014

Drafting and correction of consultant comments

Submission of shop drawings and BOQ preparation/review

Junior Architect, Creative Design & Engineering

Beiryt, Lebanon | 2014-2016

Created 3D and 2D construction documents using Revit

Attended Client meetings and conference calls

Assisted with field dimensions, site observations, and construction

Shop drawings review and correction

Ensured compliance with applicable codes and ADA requirements

Junior Architect, Arabtec Consolidated Contractors Ltd

Astana, Kazakhstan | 2016 - 2019

Abu Dhabi Plaza Project

Participated in shop drawings and IFC development

Processed RFIs, SD,IF and submissions

Coordinated with MEP and structural consultants

Collated Client requests with respect to project design and specs.

Managed design assessment and orders of several packages

Concluded of GGMK with ironmongery specialists

Facade Coordinator, Arabtec Consolidated Contractors Ltd

Astana, Kazakhstan | 2019 -2021

Abu Dhabi Plaza Project

Management of all design details and execution

Ensured compliance with application codes and specifications

Review and preparation of material takeoffs and fabrication orders

Coordination with manufacturers and suppliers

Technical support for site and fabrication crew and subcontractors including: KinLong, AdenMetal, Sika, Saint Gobain, Alubond, Schuco

Freelancer

2021-

Works are preseneted in the Portfolio

Projects

Abu Dhabi Plaza. Kazakhstan, Astana

Residential Compound

The Windows House

The Public Library

4 Star Hotel

Private House Living,Dining and Kitchen

M. Bedroom Renovation. Astana, Kazakhstan

Responsibility

Part of Construction Team

Modeling & rendering

Full Design,modeling & rendering

Concept Design

Full Design,modeling & rendering

Full Design,modeling & rendering

Full Design, moderling & rendering

It is an integrated mixed-used project that was developed in midtwon Astana, the new capital of Kazakhstan. It was declared to hold the heighest tower in central Asia, the project consists of residential units, offices, hotel and a luxurious shopping center.

Height: 310.7 m (1019 ft)

Built: 2021

Floors: 75

Budget: 1.6 Billion usd

The facade pack expenditure was around 70 million usd.It is mainly composed of double glazed unitized curtain wall panels and ACP cladding boxes.In addition, the main entrances are glazed with spider systems with glass,steel fins and tension rods. Structural bonding was performed in house. The contractor owned the propreitary rights of the system provide initially and executed partly by the main facade contractor Alumco/ Aden Metal

Assigned as the lead coordinator to all works abondend by the facade contractor. Including the finalization of the outsting facade problems, coordination between the engineers and designers. Surveying the incomplete works and material estimation orders for uncommenced activities throught the site. Arranging contact with manufacturers and suppliers. Outsourcing the fabrication details and drawings with new facade design office.

Hamra Residence - Lebanon

The project is a residential building of several apartment types and areas. This variation enriches the outline of the whole as well as the units iteslf. The plot is located in the heart of the bustling capital of Lebanon. Beirut is known for its contemporary structures along side its special traditioanl architecture, creating an exquisite mosiac weave. Several elements were considered in the design’s development such as local typology and the site constrains .

Title: Site Photo Modern vs Traditional

The volume was generated by the plot’s outline and surroundings, along side the program that was provided. Full design and renders were part of the gig.

Concept Porcess

Intersection of two blocks creating visual bonding effect

Intersection was emphasized by creating a glazed band along the connection path which allowed

Main screens were introcduced to the elevations for maximum glazing surfaces creating the solid-void effect

The Window House

Some of the most unique landscape in the Scotland lies in Trotternish Ridge, an area of Skye from before time, sculpted by ancient volcanoes. Featured in epic alien movie Prometheus by Ridly Scott, you can walk this unforgettable scenery trekking a route up a challenging forest path onto the rugged rock formation of

The project’s plot is located on an exquisite cliff, nearby to indigenous trees, providing privacy and haven, offering a fantastic view over the sea. The idea was to create a modern and contemporary design, and given emphasize to maximize view utilization. Hence, proposal was anchored with the sea view-orientation, preservation of the flora where possible.

The structure is composed from a mega column with a thickened concrete cantilevered slab raised above ground to provide the higher view range and constructibility easiness. In addition, with concrete masonry walls coated with EIFS with double glazed sliding windows/ systems to provide optimal thermal control.

The circular shape pivoted the center of the city, making it very distinguishable both from the areal and street perspective. The center includes , in addition to main reading halls and book shelfs, an exhibition hall, class rooms and auditorium. Allowing it to become an educational and social hub.

The main grid/unit was a 3.6x3.6x3.6 cube, which formulated the main volume that included all the required spaces and amenities. Two levels were elevated from the ground level while and underground floor housed different spacial functions: Auditorium, mechanical rooms

The integration of both created the oval top and bottom plates, which allowed to enlose the cubical created grid. Providing a shading cover and en extended buffer platform at the bottom. The gridual volume was deconstructed for both functioanl and aesthetical purposes.

Entrance was granted by a long ramp from the ground to level B01 which enclosed the auditorium and recreational rooms. In additiona, it was the same the main entry to library and its affiliated zones allowing for a better controllable environment and accessibility ease.

The project’s territory was extended by a linear parck which connected to the building by a water element which is an elongation of the main entrance axis. Resulting in unity and a unique coherence in geomatry and principles.

Location: NEOM - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Faced with these climatic and urban qualities, and a municipal regulation that only allows a height of three levels for constructions near the beach, we proposed a building with a box-shaped plan, thus generating a semi-public central space available for hotel events related to the urban life of the city and the beach. In this way, visitors can access the hotel on foot, crossing a space covered by metal pergolas and hanging gardens and then going down to the lobby and restaurant areas in a naturally lit basement.

Additionally, we allow each room to have an ocean view using staggered diagonal cantilevers. On the last level, we designed a central bridge over the metal pergolas, which leads to two terraces with a restaurant and the pool, spaces from which users observe both the central void and the intense activity of the city and the sea. Finally, each room has practicable windows to allow cross ventilation and metal shutters to control the sun and maintain privacy.

Marina Pool Inner Courtyard Cornish Greenary Staff Parking Main Entrance

Guests Parking

M.Bedroom

Renovation

Location of the project is in Astana,capital of Kazakhstan a new contemporary city in the middle of central Asia. The master bedroom area is approximately 60 S.M... The project included the bedroom and bathroom, with possibility to include the walk-in closet further on.