ABOUT:
A Senior Architect & Project Manager with a +13 years experience in Architectural design and construction industry.
Designed and managed various projects of different categories; multi-purpose, residential, commercial and industrial.
Capable of providing high-level design skills and technical knowledge of substantial construction methodologies as well as efficient communication, stakeholder management, BOQ preparation, tendering, material selection, procurement, quality assurance, documentation & overall project construction monitoring & supervision.
Received my Masters degree in Architecture from Canterbury School of Architecture(CSA), University of the creative Arts (UCA), United Kingdom in 2015 and obtained BSc degree in architecture from Faculty of Architecture, Khartoum university in 2010.
Joined Real Estate and development department (RED), CTC group ltd. in 2011 and worked there for 13 years. During my time in CTC Group I have been the designer and/or lead designer for several multi-million dollar projects which were characterized by their high-end design and use of quality materials procured from international suppliers (Dubai, UK, Spain, Germany, China and more). This portfolio can demonstrate some of these projects.
KEYProjects:
Residential Projects:
- AAA Villa
(2016 - 2020)
Mixed-Use Projects:
- CTC Engineering Complex
- CTC HQ Building
- Soba Industrial Complex
Research:
- Reflective Duality
(2014 - 2017)
(2012 - 2014)
(2021 - 2022)
(2014 - 2015)
AAA Villa Project:
- 2020)
Category: Residential project (Design & Construction)
Project Budget: $ +3M
Description:
An 8,000 sq.m residential project comprising a luxury villa, pool house, servants quarters and main gate.
The exterior boasts a sophisticated blend of Basalt stone and treated wood panels, chosen for their durability against intense heat and weather fluctuations. Surrounding the buildings are meticulously landscaped gardens, carefully curated to complement the project’s minimalist architectural style.
Inside, the project showcases luxurious interior designs that reflect our client’s taste and preference for minimalistic design. Custom-made furniture and intricate joinery work highlight the meticulous attention to detail and design intent throughout the living spaces.
Role:
As Senior Architect assigned to this project, I have collaborated on the development of a luxury residential design, worked closely with international designers, suppliers, and contractors to deliver a high-end home tailored to satisfy our client’s meticulous taste for their home.
In addition to overseeing the overall architectural design, I personally designed the pool house, developed the landscape design and plant selection, and collaborated with Broadway Interiors and other consultants to provide interior designs and custom-made joinery solutions for the entire project.
Furthermore, I took on the responsibility of procuring materials for the entire project, working closely with the Project Manager to ensure seamless coordination and timely delivery.
Interior Design & CMJ
Duties:
- Provide and update interior designs including custom made joinery (CMJ)
- Provide CMJ drawings, technical details and approving Shop drawings - FF&E Selection & Specifications. - Material Sourcing and Procurement - Manufacturing Supervision
- Quality assurance and maintaining design intent throughout construction & production
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Duties included:
- Developing and updated Architectural designs and exterior Facades
- Preparation of full Design, working drawings, tender documents & construction sets.
- Interior design.
- Custom made joinery detailed drawings, production inspection and installation follow up.
- Material sourcing & procurement.
- Construction supervision, Site coordination.
- Coordinating with Contractors, Suppliers and consultants.
I was assigned to fully develop the pool house design and ensure its integration with the rest of the project architectural design. In addition to provide full interior design and coordination with technical design to ensure maintaining the design intent
CTC Engineering Complex:
- 2017)
Category: Mixed-use project (Design & Construction)
Project Budget: $ +13M
Description:
26,000 sq. m mixed use project consisting of Several buildings housing Automotive showroom, Office building, Training Center & Workshop, Spare Parts and Call Center.
In the capacity of Senior Architect I worked on the development of the Conceptual Design of the Automotive Showroom designated as the main front of the project. in addition to overseeing the building throughout construction phase up to completion.
The Project was featured in architectural platforms for its unique design and aesthetics.
Link: https://worldarchitecture.org/architecture-news/ehgfp/the-new-ctc-group-complex-insudan.html
Role:
Assigned to this Project in 2014, I was tasked with designing the conceptual framework for the Automotive showroom, which served as the prominent face of the entire project due to its prime location in a bustling city area. The design aimed to be both innovative and practical, reflecting the company’s image while enticing customers to visit the facility.
The concept centered around dividing the steel structure into two distinct zones. The primary zone was housed within a transparent enclosure to maintain a cool interior temperature while allowing customers to view vehicles from outside. The secondary zone, outdoors, showcased heavy machinery and complemented the showroom’s dynamic appeal.
Returning to the project in 2016, I assumed responsibility for overseeing the completion of the showroom block and managing the site’s overall layout, including entrances, circulation, external lighting, security facilities, and MEP infrastructure. I ensured seamless coordination with various disciplines such as structural engineering, MEP systems, interior design, and FF&E, contributing to the project’s cohesive execution and success.
My duties could be summarized as below:
- Preparation of the Conceptual & Schematic design of the Showroom.
- Development of Full architectural set, Construction drawings, detailed BOQ & Specification.
- Procurement and Material Selection.
- Close on-site follow up till Handover.
- Client Management and Progress reports
CTC HQ Buildings:
- 2014)
Category: Office Building (Design)
Project Budget: $ +3M
Description:
Rehabilitation and redesign of existing buildings to become the company HQ offices with a total area of approximately 3,500 sqm. .
The project consists of two buildings:
- Corporate Building
- Business units Building
Business units is a 2-story building, redesigned to accommodate a full staff capacity that extends over a 5 year expansion plan. Not only with stone wall features and atriums extending up to roof level, but this building has the most interesting interior design in which a monotonous typical plan became a praised architectural masterpiece.
The Corporate building is a 4-story office building, with a unique exterior mesh facade covering over 50% of the elevations. Designed to house training rooms, 2 outdoor terraces, main cafeteria and an auditorium with high quality finishing materials to add beauty and enhance performance for both interior and exterior spaces.
Role:
I worked on this project in the Capacity of Architect, as my 2nd Large scale project I was assigned to the HQ building which held the main company operational departments.
As a rehab/New construction project we conducted a thorough structural assessment of the existing building to lay the groundwork for a conceptual design that would elevate it into a premier office space. Collaborating closely with our structural consultant, we strategically added a new floor and horizontal extensions to optimize functional spaces within the building.
Working in tandem with Broadway Interiors, we seamlessly integrated the exterior architectural elements with luxurious yet functional interior designs, achieving a cohesive and sophisticated aesthetic.
The interior design was acclaimed for its uniqueness and intelligent design, ranking highly in multiple architectural competitions in Dubai in 2014.”
Duties:
In my position as an Architect on this project, my duties are summarized as below:
- Provide full architectural design of the HQ building from conception up to Tender documents completion.
- Coordinating with consultants to maintain design integrity (Structure, MEP & Interior design).
- Structural assessment and modeling in coordination with consultants.
- Prepare specifications & BOQ under supervision of the Senior architect & PM.
- Material selection and coordination with suppliers to meet design requirements.
- Value engineering to meet client’s financial target.
CTC Soba Complex:
_______________(2021 - 2022)
Category: Mixed-use project (Design)
Project Budget: $ +8M
Description:
12 Acre new construction Mixed-use complex, targeting the establishment of an independent facility that represents the company and showcases the high-end products processed within for export purposes.
The project aims to provide high-end buildings that welcomes international investors to vouch for the products and help the business to establish a strong position within the international market.
project consists of:
The
1- Main Steel Building (23,000 sqm)
2- Weighbridge
3- Service Building (3 levels)
4- Main Security Room
5- Central Lab (2 levels)
6- Office Building (3 Levels)
Role:
As the Lead Designer and Project Manager I undertook full responsibility for overseeing every phase of this challenging project, from initiation up to handover. Managing the complexities of a 23,000 sqm steel building with a unique 8M eave level, alongside two multistory concrete structures serving as the main office building and service building, as well as integrating a two-level central lab within an existing steel framework, demanded extensive technical expertise in construction systems and materials.
My role included strategic briefing, meticulous data collection, and the precise allocation of manpower, underscoring my adept project management and design skills. I successfully navigated the project’s technical diversity, ensuring each building met its functional requirements while optimizing plot usage and implementing eco-friendly waste management solutions to uphold environmental preservation standards.
Duties:
Full responsibility of the project architectural and interior design, to oversee and manage the project team which consisted of 3 architects, MEP specialists, interdisciplinary designers (Structure, MEP, Technical consultants and Survey team). In addition to:
- Procurement and Material selection.
- Preparation of Specification and BOQ for Pricing.
- Cost Control and Value Engineering.
- Coordinating with collaborating designers to ensure design integrity.
- Managing and reporting progress to clients throughout the project timeline.
- Prepare and track overall project schedule
- Coordinate with Technical consultants to ensure design functionality.
- Quality Assurance & Control
- Risk Management.
- Contract Management.
- Provide overall project full Tender documents.
- Participate in Tender committee & Contract awarding process.
REFLECTIVE DUALITY:
Category: Interactive Installation
Description:
- 2015)
This installation represents a psycho-analytical study that focuses on visual perception and the role of imagination and memory in affecting our perceptual experiences. It explores a *Mind Dependent Reality* in which an embodied spatial experience is introduced where the spectators would view carefully assembled bits and pieces of projected images. Depending on cognitive perception and a bit of imagination the encounter would provide enriching experiences within an empty space.
Just like a good book would enrich our imagination to see the narrative of the story, or a good film relies on carefully designed scenes to evoke a realistic impact on the viewer, the effect produced by the installation depends on the individual’s perception, which is manifested through sensory input as well as unconscious recognition of the missing pieces generated from the familiarity of the scenes and the continuous mental processing that occurs when encountering ambiguous visual information.
Methodologies:
1. Static 2D images with defined visual information in relation to perspective points, depth and space/objects coherence.
2. Layering visual information and creating an interactive visual display that engages with the different users occupying the space.
3. Live input of the movements that occurs within the space and merging it with the projected image creating a combination of both outcomes thus increasing interactivity.
4. Programming sketches that enable interplay between live video feed, motion detection and background images
Main Components:
1. Hidden [projectors (Static 2D images)
2. Mirrors (Reflecting visual information)
3. Hidden Cameras (Live input)
4.Processing Software (Programming sketches for interplay between live video feed, motion detection and background images)
