• Revit 2024: Essential Training for Architecture by Paul F. Aubin
With a Master’s in Architecture and a rich cultural background shaped by living in four countries, I bring a globally-informed perspective to architectural practice, merging international insights with a commitment to thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable design. My journey in architecture is rooted in the conviction that the built environment has the power to uplift communities, foster social equity, and address critical environmental challenges.
I focus on creating spaces that go beyond functionality to enhance the community’s quality of life, nurturing a strong sense of belonging and well-being. Driven by a commitment to championing social value, I aim to contribute my skills and passion to projects that have a lasting, meaningful impact on society, designing resilient, engaging environments that thoughtfully respond to both the community and the environment.
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
VOLUNTEER- CAUKIN STUDIO, MBALE- UGANDA
JULY 2023 - AUGUST 2023
• Assisted in the construction of a playground for Musoto Christian School.
• Contributed to site preparation, including digging foundations, making and pouring concrete, and laying bricks to form walls.
• Worked with a diverse team of local builders and volunteers, gaining hands-on construction experience.
PART 1 ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANT- COLLIERS INTERNATIONAL, BANGALORE- INDIA
FEBRUARY 2022 - JULY 2022
• Supported the Design Services team on residential, commercial, educational, and hospitality projects across India.
• Coordinated with internal teams and external rendering companies, leading to improved project timelines and inter-departmental communication.
• Assisted the team at different design stages, producing conceptual designs, presentation materials, and working drawings.
PART 1 ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANT- URBAN FRAME PVT. LTD., BANGALORE- INDIA
JULY 2021- DECEMBER 2021
• Assisted senior architects on projects ranging from residential to commercial sectors.
• Gained a deeper understanding of the design process by working across different stages, including producing conceptual designs, presentation materials, and detailed working drawings.
E D U C A T I O N
MASTERS OF ARCHITECTURE (M.Arch) (RIBA Part 2) - MANCHESTER SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, UNITED KINGDOM
• Thesis Project: Cultural Sanctuary in the Urban Cosmopolis
• Dissertation: The Transient Migrant Experience- Navigating through Exclusionary Measures to Establish a Sense of Belonging in Singapore
BACHELOR OF DESIGN (B.Des) - THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA
• Major: Architecture, Minor: Urban Planning
• Extracurricular activities and achievements:
- Peer mentor for Melbourne Peer Mentor Program
- University projects exhibited at the 2019 MSDx Summer Exhibition, 2020 MSDx Summer Exhibition and 2021 MSDx Winter Exhibition
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE - UNITED WORLD COLLEGE OF SOUTH- EAST ASIA (EAST CAMPUS), SINGAPORE
• Graduated with a bilingual diploma in English and Hindi
• Received a 41/45 points
CULTURAL SANCTUARY IN THE URBAN COSMOPOLIS
M.Arch 2 Thesis Project: Manchester School of Architecture
Location: Singapore, Singapore
Thesis question: How can the reclamation and redesign of public spaces in Singapore create a more dignified space that enhances the sense of belonging and urban citizenship for transient, migrant male South Asian (Tamil and Bangladeshi) workers in Singapore?
This thesis explores the socio-spatial injustices faced by Tamil and Bangladeshi migrant workers in Singapore, proposing a sanctuary that reclaims public space for marginalized communities. The sanctuary is located on an existing construction site—spaces that are often associated with the labor of these workers but seldom designed with their well-being in mind. By transforming such sites into areas of refuge and relaxation, the project provides a dual sense of familiarity and respite
The design utilizes repurposed construction materials, such as scaffolding, to create a frame structure reminiscent of the workers’ labor environment, fostering a sense of belonging within a space they routinely navigate. The incorporation of cultural textures and patterns, drawn from Tamil and Bangladeshi traditions, further enhances the sense of identity and pride. In reclaiming these public spaces, the project offers a dignified environment where these workers can feel connected to the city, fostering their urban citizenship through the inclusion of familiar elements and a community-driven space.
Functioning as a workspace relaxation space, each floor is dedicated to a different program based leisure time in Singapore.
Ground floor plan
Personal storage space
Relaxation space for small gatherings
Dining space
Private box space
Performance/ entertainment space
Second floor plan
Relaxation/ small gathering space
Third floor plan
Private boxes space
ROOFING SYSTEM
Tying roof fabric around horizontal ledger
Construction Process
ROOFING SYSTEM
Stitching clear PVC tarpaulin sheet over traditional fabric
INTERNAL MODULES
Painting dining table with traditional motifs
SCAFFOLDING FRAME
Rope tied around frame to create sun screening
INTERNAL
Table module into rosette scaffolding
FLOORING SYSTEM
Painting over timber boards to resemble traditional flooring pattern
SCAFFOLDING
INTERNAL MODULES
module inserted
rosette of vertical scaffolding
Timber batten to Scaffolding connection detail
Connecting plate
Horizontal ledger
SCAFFOLDING FRAME
pole positioned in
INTERNAL MODULES
Treads nailed onto scaffolding staircase frame
Scaffolding frame connection detail
Horizontal ledger
Vertical scaffolding
Rosette
Wedge
Timber batten
Personal Storage Space
Staircase
KITCHEN WITHOUT BORDERS
Year 1, Semester 2 Project: Manchester School of Architecture
Location: Chemnitz, Germany
In Professional Studies 2, we were asked to propose a scheme for the adaptive reuse of an existing building in Chemnitz, Germany which would be a place for a local community of makers aligning with the Capital of Culture celebrations. This adaptive reuse project transforms an abandoned steel foundry into a culinary and social integration hub for migrant communities in Chemnitz. By exposing the building’s structural elements, the design metaphorically mirrors the migrant experience of becoming visible within the local social fabric. The space fosters community cohesion through shared cooking and dining, offering migrants a platform for cultural exchange and empowerment.
Adaptive reuse strategy
My goal is to celebrate the craftsmanship involved in designing this building by highlighting its structural elements. By using extrusions, I aim to draw out and showcase these often-hidden features, giving them the audience they deserve and generating intrigue to visit the interior space.
These structural elements also serve as a metaphor for the migrant community in Chemnitz. Historically marginalized and with limited connections to the local community, these now-exposed elements symbolize the building’s purpose as a social integration hub. They draw attention to the once-hidden migrants, incorporating them into the existing social fabric of Chemnitz.
Design development
EXISTING CONDITION
DEMOLISHING ATTIC AND SECOND FLOOR TO OPEN THE BUILDING UP VERTICALLY
EXPLORING OPTIONS
ESTABLISHING DIAGRAMMATIC ‘CUT’ TO DIVIDE THE BUILDING HORIZONTALLY
OPTION 1: HORIZONTAL BOX EXTRUSION ON BOTH SIDES
OPTION 2: HORIZONTAL EXTRUSION ALONG ROOF LINE
OPTION 3: VERTICAL EXTRUSION
RATIONALISING EXPLORATIONS
OPTION 4: HORIZONTAL DISPLACEMENT AND VERTICAL EXTRUSION
HORIZONTAL EXTRUSION ALONG ROOF LINE
MAKING IT SEMI-OPEN TO CREATE SECONDARY ACCESS AND FACILITATE INDOOR-OUTDOOR CONNECTION
VERTICAL EXTRUSION TO BRING LIGHT IN
South elevation
East Elevation
Elevation
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Materiality
ROOF
Double-glazed aluminium frame skylight
Additional rafters as louvres
Acoustic insulation between timber rafters
Timber ceiling lining
Timber roof truss
Roof tiling on timber decking
WALL
Limewash brick facade
Double-glazed timber frame windows
Mineral wool acoustic insulation between timber studs
Plasterboard internal wall
Existing cast iron columns painted in orange
FLOOR
Timber floorboards
Mineral wood acoustic floor insulation between timber battens
Concrete ground floor slab
Concrete strip footing
DINING
DINING
DINING
RESTAURANT KITCHEN DINING
Short Section
DINING
RESTAURANT KITCHEN
DINING
UPPER ATRIUM BEYOND
COOKING STUDIOS UPPER ATRIUM
Upper Atrium Greenhouse
By designing the upper atrium as a greenhouse, it provides the migrants ownership of a space, empowering them to take control over it. The food generated can be used for various cooking activities occurring within the building. It also provides a sensation of being outdoors while still remaining inside
A soft boundary is introduced between the public front and semi-public back of the building to provide a transition between the two.
EXISTING CONDITION
Solid wall creating harsh boundary without any visual connection between the 2 zones
EXISTING CONDITION
Solid wall creating harsh boundary without any visual connection between the 2 zones
PROPOSED CONDITION
Introducing a corridor to provide a transition between the 2 zones + secondary access atrium that maintains visual permeability
PROPOSED CONDITION
Introducing a corridor to provide a transition between the 2 zones + secondary access atrium that maintains visual permeability
PHASE 1 AND 3: SEPARATION BETWEEN PUBLIC SPACE AND SEMI-PUBLIC TRAINING
PHASE 1 AND 3: SEPARATION BETWEEN PUBLIC SPACE AND SEMI-PUBLIC TRAINING
COURTYARD HOUSING
M.Arch 1, Semester 1: Manchester School of Architecture
Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
Situated around the Mayfield development in Manchester, UK, in Professional Studies 1 we were asked to investigate how architecture can contribute to urban regeneration beyond the site boundary by providing good quality living and working accommodation for a community in need.
This project envisions a new housing model that reconnects fragmented urban spaces through a continuous public realm. Semi-public and semi-private courtyards encourage intergenerational interaction, fostering a deeper sense of community and belonging. The layout integrates diverse social spaces, promoting a holistic urban regeneration beyond the site boundary.
Exploded Isometric of site
Higher Ardwick
The central courtyard, overlooking the circulation galleries acts as a buffer zone between the public and private realms. The gradual transition from public to private allows for chance interactions to occur at each stage of the journey, fostering a strong community.
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Semi-private Recreational Deck
The semi-private decks act as a social space for the upper levels, while still being connected to the ground through the circulation galleries.
Exploded Isometric showing Structure and Materiality
Building Section
ARAVIND CLUBHOUSE DESIGN
Work Experience: Colliers International Pvt. Ltd.
Location: Bangalore, India
During my work experience, I collaborated closely with senior architects on the design development of a recreational space for a housing project proposal for Aravind Developers in Bangalore, India. My involvement extended to the conceptualization and design of façade options for client review, ensuring that the aesthetics aligned with the overall architectural vision. The design concept features two concrete arms projecting in opposite directions to enhance expansive views. These arms intersect to form a focal point, defining the front and rear of the clubhouse. I contributed to the integration of light and shadow into the design, which plays a crucial role in creating a dynamic and engaging built environment.
Cricket Pitch
Badminton Area
Squash Court
Reading nook
Admin
Store Room
Reception
Waiting lobby
H. Toilet
Toilet- female
Toilet- male
Discotheque
Service Staircase
Kitchen
Banquet Hall
Restaurant
Gym
Massage Room
Shower
Changing Room
Sauna Room
Steam Room
First floor plan
1. Yoga terrace
Terrace plan
1. Seating area
2. Badminton Area (below)
3. Theatre
4. Conference Room
5. Business Centre
5a. Reading nook
6. Waiting lobby (below)
7a. Toilet- female
7b. Toilet- male
8. Service Staircase
9. Pantry
10. Lounge
2. Outdoor dining
3a. Infinity pool
3b. Kids’ pool
4a. Toilet- female
4b. Toilet- male
5. Amphitheater/ viewing gallery
6. Kids’ play area
7. Service staircase
8. Kitchen
9. Pergola seating area
Front entrance view
Back entrance view
Play of light and shadow with timber screen
Exterior view along balconies
OZONE URBANA FRONT COMMERCIAL
Work Experience: Colliers International Pvt. Ltd.
Location: Bangalore, India
While working at Colliers, I contributed to the Ozone Urbana Front Commercial project in Bangalore, a dynamic mixeduse development aimed at creating a vibrant commercial hub. Collaborating with senior architects, I assisted in the schematic design stage, producing detailed sections and elevations, translating the project’s design concepts into visual formats suitable for developer review and approval. This role involved refining spatial layouts and enhancing the structural clarity of the design, ensuring alignment with both aesthetic goals and functional requirements. The experience deepened my technical skills in drafting and gave me valuable insights into the collaborative process of commercial project development.
TERRACE FLOOR (947.15 LVL.)
7TH FLOOR (943.1 LVL.)
6TH FLOOR (939.05 LVL.)
5TH FLOOR (935 LVL.)
4TH FLOOR (930.95 LVL.)
3RD FLOOR (926.9 LVL.)
2ND FLOOR (922.85 LVL.)
1ST FLOOR (918.8 LVL.)
PODIUM LVL. (913.5 LVL.)
Elevation 01
Site Section 02
Skin Section
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CONSTRUCTION OF PLAYGROUND AT MUSOTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Volunteering experience: Caukin Studio
Location: Mbale, Uganda
During the summer of 2023, I had the transformative experience of spending three weeks volunteering with Caukin Studio in Mbale, Uganda, where we designed and constructed a playground for Musoto Christian School. I collaborated with other volunteers and local builders to design and construct a playground for a Ugandan school. This hands-on experience involved tasks such as foundation digging, bricklaying, and concrete work. Beyond technical skills, the project instilled a deep appreciation for community collaboration and cultural exchange, reinforcing the importance of socially conscious design.
