As a young architect, I intend to approach design from a broader perspective, combining my knowledge from various fields, including architecture, urban design, art, heritage, and humanities, and bringing them together into unique design solutions that treat with respect and connect people, places, nature, and the built environment to shape healthy, sustainable, inviting, and aesthetic spaces for people without compromises.
Fariba Samia Omi
Education
Master of Built Environment [ By Research ] Universiti Malaya | Malaysia
Bachelor of Architecture
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology | Dhaka
Professional Experience
Senior Architect
Bangladesh Police Headquarters, Development Section (2019 – 2022) Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of Bangladesh
Adjunct Lecturer
Sonargaon University (2018-2021)
Associate Architect Department of Architecture Ministry of Housing and Public Works (2016-2018)
Junior Architect Myth Ltd. (2014-2015)
Voluntary Experience
1. ASEAN Postgraduate Conference
Kuala Lumpur | 2024
2. Ceramic Dome Workshop | Illiona Khalili | 2015
3. Green Buildings Workshop, Anna Heringer
Dhaka | 2014
4. CAA Seminar, Commonwealth Association of Architects | Bangladesh | 2013
Skills
Software Autocad, Adobe Creative Suite (Ai, Ps, Id)
Corel Draw
Lumion
SketchUp Microsoft Office
Achievements
1. Awarded UK Leader Talk Exchange Program | 2024
2. Awarded Best Paper | 2024
ASEAN Postgraduate Conference 2024 Kuala Lumpur
3. Awarded Best Presenter | 2023
ASEAN Postgraduate Conference 2023 Kuala Lumpur.
4. EMK Grant Award | 2022
To develop a technologically innovative application of Augmented Reality by using deep learning, and artificial intelligence focusing on the Cultural Heritage of Bangladesh
Publications
1. Beyond Barriers: An Exploration of Accessibility Challenges and Emotional Experiences in Inclusive Heritage Visitation at Lalbagh Fort | Dhaka Planning Malaysia Journal (PMJ) | 2024
2. How Accessibility Shapes Cultural Identity at Heritage Sites in Bangladesh ASEAN Postgraduate Conference 2024 | Kuala Lumpur
Other Skills
Sketching
Drafting
Graphic Design
Model making, Photography
Visual Storytelling
ACADEMIC WORKS
Architectural Interventions for the Rehabilitation of Differently-abled Children at the Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralysed (CRP), Dhaka
Design Studio 10 | 2013 | Thesis Project
Project Background:
Disability affects millions worldwide, with UNICEF estimating that 150 million children live with disabilities. In Bangladesh, a 1994 survey recorded 3.4 million children and 10.2 million adults with disabilities, including blindness, deafness, and orthopaedic impairments. Despite some facilities for the deaf and blind, orthopaedically disabled children remain largely neglected. Social stigma, particularly for disabled girls, exacerbates their isolation, as families often conceal their presence. The absence of inclusive infrastructure further restricts access to education, employment, and social participation. Addressing their needs requires a holistic approach that goes beyond medical treatment to encompass education, rehabilitation, and psychological well-being.
CAN NOT DO CAN NOT BE
The solution of this issue is to have a : ‘A HOLISTIC REHABILITATION’
The following key notes are platform for design approach, based on Which design methods have been initiated.
Ability, not Disability
A certain threshold between ability and disability, where these terms almost overlaps each other to justify that a neutral in between these two exists and that can show the ideal direction.
Psychological demand transforming into space
Human needs, often encompassing psychological demands, serve as the foundation upon which architecture begins to shape three-dimensional spatial definitions. Addressing this essential necessity requires translating intangible psychological needs into spatial dimensions, transforming abstract concepts into a tangible architectural vocabulary that ultimately gives form to space.
Aspects to be given particular consideration
- Therapeutic environments
- IT and Health care technology and communication
- Safety and Security
- Energy and Cost Effectiveness
Functional Clarity
The necessity of functional clarity which is the core of success for such project. Again the functional value and it’s components can help to do the fundamental framework which eventually can guide to bring out the definite architectural dialogue that will talk about the possibility of the built environment which can perform.
CONCEPT
Addressing the issue:
Differently abled group:
Defining the issue:
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Basic Design Principles
Ÿ Central and secondary courts provide open spaces for patients.
Ÿ Ensures accessibility and seamless movement throughout the complex.
Ÿ Encourages an experiential spatial journey.
Ÿ Flexible design allows for future expansion.
Ÿ Fosters community engagement and awareness.
Ÿ Creates a homely atmosphere for long-term residents.
Ÿ Encourages peer interaction and social engagement.
Ÿ Inspires optimism and motivation through uplifting spaces.
Major Consideration for Program Formulation
Ÿ Sub-centers are designed based on specific needs and site constraints.
Ÿ Flexible modules can be created for PT (Physiotherapy), OT (Occupational Therapy), Pediatrics, and wards, with provisions for future expansion.
Ÿ The home adopts a holistic approach to rehabilitate disabled children through a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT).
Ÿ The focus is on the individual, not merely the disease.
Ÿ Services extend beyond treatment to encompass complete rehabilitation.
Ÿ A hospital cum rehabilitation center should clearly distinguish between "Restricted Zones" and "Public Zones."
User Group: Physically Disabled Children, Age : 0 - 12 years
Number of children : Dormitories for 120 children
50 (female) + 70(male)
In-patient - 20 children
Total : 140
School for 150 children : 120 children from dormitories 30 abundant child from society
In the beginning, the whole 3 functions have thought to designed in a single mass
Site surrounding
Initial Design Concept Zoning Process
Later, the Therapeutic unit and Dormitory were placed in a mass and School was designed in a separate mass
In the phase, three mass designed in 3 different mass around a common courtyard
In the phase, three mass designed in three different mass having separate courtyard
Finally, Three different functional building in three different mass with private and separate courtyard
Dhaka-Aricha Highway
Dormitory for the Children
Therapeutic unit for the Children
School for the Residential Children
THERAPEUTIC
UNIT
The therapeutic unit is designed with distinct functions on each floor, centered around a courtyard that provides a tranquil space for children undergoing therapy or residing as in-patients. Healing gardens are integrated to support their recovery through engagement with nature. Also, open and semi-open roof terraces facilitate group therapy and counseling, fostering a supportive environment for effective participation and healing.
Out-patient department
PHYSIOTHERAPY
IN-PATIENT DEPARTMENT
HYDROTHERAPY UNIT
IN-PATIENT DEPARTMENT
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY GYMNASIUM
SPEECH & LEARNING THERAPY
COMBINED THERAPY
SENSORY INTEGRATION
DORMITORY
Dormitory is designed in such a way that those children who came to live here time, never feel that they are not in their home. The whole dorm is designed where each cluster consists of four units. This cluster is of two types. One is where two children
View from the interaction spaces between two cluster
View from the dormitory's inner field
Play field is centrally placed between the dormitory wings
CLUSTER OF DORMITORY
Detail Plan of one cluster of Dormitory
Bedroom for three children
Shared interaction spaces
Between two cluster
Bedroom for two children
Toilet
Interaction Space for Children in Between Dormitory Rooms
Interaction Space for Children in between Dormitory Rooms
Bed Room for Two Child
Bed Room for Two Child
SCHOOL
The school is designed to ensure that long-term resident children receive both primary education and vocational training, equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills for selfsufficiency. By integrating neighborhood children, the school fosters inclusivity, encouraging social interaction and cultural exchange, creating an environment where differently-abled children can learn, grow, and engage with their peers.
1. Entry to the School
Admission Office
Teacher’s room
Vice Principal’s room 5. Principal’s room
Wash zone 7. Training room 8. Display space 9. Training room
1. Office room
2. Teacher’s room
3. Trainer’s room
4. Club room
5. Training room
6. Training room
7-12. Class room (Primary Section)
Library 11. Multipurpose Hall
12. Arts & Crafts Court 13. Gardening 14 & 23. Out-door Teaching space
Class room (Primary Section)
CLASS ROOM FOR PRIMARY CLASS
CLASS ROOM FOR PRE SCHOOLING
CLASS ROOM FOR PRIMARY CLASS
CLASS ROOM FOR PRE SCHOOLING
CLASS ROOM FOR PRIMARY CLASS
CLASS ROOM FOR PRIMARY CLASS
CC’ SECTION (SCHOOL)
AA’ SECTION (SCHOOL)
Outdoor Activity Space:
Accessible school courtyard with wide pathways and level surfaces ensures ease of movement for disabled children. Vibrant red and green accents enhance inclusivity, while shaded walkways and seating foster social interaction and comfort.
Inclusive and Accessible Classroom Entrance:
Accessible classroom entrance with wide, smooth walkways and vibrant accents fosters mobility, independence, and inclusivity. Natural light and a spacious layout enhance engagement, ensuring all students can navigate and thrive confidently.
View from the space between the multipurpose hall and library
Second floor corridor space
Class Room for Pre schooling
Class Room for Primary class
Class Room for Primary class
Class room for Pre schooling
Class room for Pre schooling
Class Room for Primary class
Class room for Pre schooling
Class Room for Pre schooling
Class Room for Primary class
Class room for Pre schooling
Class Room for Primary class
AA’ Section (School)
BB’ Section (School)
South Elevation East Elevation
DESIGN OF A MOSQUE
Studio Project | Level - 3, Term - 1
Shaping Thoughts - Abstraction in Design
The mosque's design fosters seamless accessibility, with no boundary walls and multiple entry points through the riwaq, reinforcing its role as a communal space. The sahn creates a spatial transition from the busy street to the serene prayer hall through inviting arches while also accommodating overflow worshippers during peak times like Friday prayers, Ramadan, and Eid.
Space in between women prayer space & library
The mosque's design integrates light as both a physical and spiritual element, with large openings creating a diffused, ethereal brightness. This interplay enhances the spatial experience and symbolizes divine presence, deepening the worshippers' connection to the sacred space.
Prayer Hall
The main mosque hall symbolizes integration, accessibility, and light, with arches as transitional gateways to a serene worship space. Natural light enhances spirituality, while the rhythmic arch arrangement accommodates high-traffic periods, fostering inclusivity and community engagement.
1. Main Entry to the Mosque
3. Ghat (Adjacent stair to the water body)
4. Ablution space & Toilet zone
6. Ablution space for Women
7. Prayer Hall for Women
Main
DESIGN OF A COMMERCIAL HIGH-RISE BUILDING
Studio Project | Level - 3, Term - 2
A Stairway to the sky
The design concept challenges the detachment of high-rises from the ground by integrating green spaces, creating a seamless progression between earth and sky. This approach transforms the building into a metaphorical stairway, harmonizing architecture with nature.
CHILDREN’S RESOURCE CENTER
Studio Project | Level - 3, Term - 2
Age limit : 6-12 years
The design supports holistic child development through play, learning, nature, and creativity, fostering engagement and exploration.
This project envisions a Children’s Resource Center—an interactive and fun facility to educate 21st-century children about ecology and sustainability, with a focus on recycling. Recycling transforms used materials like paper, cardboard, bottles, cans, and wood into new products, reducing waste, conserving resources, and minimizing pollution. Through creative activities, children can learn to craft masks, paper airplanes, bottle figurines, wood carvings, and items like snowmen, picture frames, and handmade paper. These hands-on experiences not only foster environmental awareness but also inspire creativity, problem-solving, and a sense of responsibility towards sustainable living.
HOUSING FOR LOW- MIDDLE INCOME GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES
Azimpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Studio Project | Level - 4, Term - 2
The project is located in the dense government housing area of Aizumpur, originally designed for a smaller workforce but now struggling to accommodate a growing population. The primary challenge is the lack of communal spaces, which the design addresses by introducing diverse amenities and open areas to enhance livability. Three housing types are organized by size, complemented by a central recreational field, library, marketplace, sports complex, and community center. These facilities integrate green spaces and gathering points, fostering interaction and engagement among residents. The housing layout emphasizes flexibility to accommodate various demographics. A central field serves as a hub for sports, events, and public programs, while smaller play areas cater to families and children, ensuring a multi-generational environment. Spaces are structured by scale, from intimate family zones to expansive fields for community activities.
CULTURAL CENTER & LIBRARY
The project integrates residential areas with layered green spaces, transitioning from private household gardens to larger communal zones for group interactions. This design balances personal relaxation with community engagement Accessibility is optimized through primary entries leading to central facilities, while secondary access supports pedestrian movement.
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