As a graduate architecture student from Monash University with extensive experience at Tecture Architects, I am eager to bring my technical expertise, project coordination skills, and passion for innovative design to your esteemed firm.
During my time at Tecture Architects (2022–2024), I have worked extensively on VSBA projects and educational institutions, including Melbourne Polytechnic. My role has involved contributing to the construction administration phase, attending site visits, responding to RFIs and submittals, and liaising with engineers, clients, and councils. Additionally, I have played a key role in the masterplanning, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and tender phases of multiple primary school projects. These experiences have sharpened my ability to deliver detailed, compliant, and innovative architectural solutions.
Beyond my professional experience, I have a strong foundation in BIM modeling, utilizing Revit, Rhino, and Grasshopper to develop integrated projects. I am also proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, allowing me to effectively communicate design concepts through compelling visual presentations. My commitment to sustainable and community-centered design is evident in projects such as the Bendigo Gas Works Redevelopment and the Monash Caulfield Campus Reuse Centre, where I explored circular economy principles and participatory design strategies.
I am eager to contribute my expertise and collaborative mindset to [Company Name]. I welcome the opportunity to further discuss how my skills align with your team’s vision.
Reference 1 : NICK BERGIN : ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - TECTURA ARCHITECTS : 0425844032
Reference 2 : ELIZABETH GRIGG : DIRECTOR - TECTURA ARCHITECTS : 0417310727
THIS PORTFOLIO INCLUDES SAMPLES OF PROJECTS COMPLETED DURING MY PROFESSIONAL AND UNIVERSITY WORK. I HAVE A STRONG BACKGROUND IN CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION, AND DESIGN DOCUMENTATION THAT ALLOWS ME TO TO QUICKLY REPRESENT DESIGNS USING AN ARRAY OF DIFFERENT PROGRAMS AND REPRESENTATION METHODS. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MY PROJECTS PLEASE REACH USING THE CONTACT INFO ABOVE.
Maryam Khan Professional Projects Extra Curricular Portfolio
MELBOURNE POLYTECHNIC TREE HOUSE COMPETITION
A selection of project phases that I completed during my employment at Tectura Architects. Pg 4-11
MULGRAVE PRIMARY SCHOOL
A selection of project phases that I completed during my employment at Tectura Architects. Pg 12-19
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COLAC WEST PRIMARY SCHOOL
A selection of project phases that I completed during my employment at Tectura Architects. Pg 20-25
BROADFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL
A selection of project phases that I completed during my employment at Tectura Architects. Pg 26-33
HEIDELBERG PRIMARY SCHOOL
A selection of project phases that I completed during my employment at Tectura Architects. Pg 34-41
LILLYDALE HEIGHTS PRIMARY SCHOOL
A selection of project phases that I completed during my employment at Tectura Architects. Pg 42-43
Self inititated student led competiotion. focusing on a connection to country through architectural solutions. Pg
Resume
Education
2019-2021 Monash University
Bachelors of Architecture
2023-2024 Monash University
Masters of Architecture
Experience
Tectura Architects - VSBA - Education
Expertise
- NCC - Section J
- Green Star – Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA)
- BQSH - Building Quality Standard Handbook
- AS 1428 - Design for Access and Mobility (Australian Standard)
Project Work : (Primary & Secondary Schools) 2022 - 2025
Role : Architectural Assistant
At Tectura Architects, I worked primarily on primary school projects, contributing from master planning to construction administration, ensuring compliance with educational standards and regulatory requirements. I developed detailed architectural drawings and specifications in Revit and AutoCAD, collaborating with consultants and contractors for seamless project execution.
Autodesk Revit
Rhinoceros 3D
Enscape Carbon Calculation
AutoCad QGIS
ArchiCad Grasshopper
Adobe Indesign
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Vray
PROJECT - MELBOURNE POLYTECHNIC
COLLINGWOOD CAMPUS REDEVELOPMENT
The building’s refurbishment focused on reimagining the eight-storey brutalist building with a renewed cultural heart. By opening up formerly dark and enclosed spaces and improved views through corridors and passive observation a outcome of uhuman centered design. A new annexe building on Otter Street, re-establishes the entrance with fluted aluminium fins and materiality referencing the industrial warehouses of the local urban fabric.
Open and accessible with no fencing, central walkways, a proposed laneway and permeable setbacks, the campus invites the community in, creating a town square vibrancy that promotes wellbeing, inclusion, engagement and activity for all. The campus is an important place stitched into Collingwood’s urban fabric.
Internally, the building works harder through careful programming and design agility, with multi-functional layouts across each floor, and high-end technology and blended learning capability to give students spaces they’re excited to learn in. These include a library, presentation spaces, deaf teaching and support spaces, community and industry engagement, theatrette, student lounge, Changing Places facility, and staff amenities – each finished with a soft, neutral and warm palette. The Collingwood campus goes far beyond its walls to act as a social transformer for future generations to learn, grow and prosper.
Second Floor - housing the the general layout of classrooms and teaching spaces. Second floor included the following learning spaces: small study corners, IT Computer Lab, Breakout spaces, theatrette, small
and general amenties.
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CREATIVE ARTS LEARNING
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CORRIDOR
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Gabriel Solorzano Torres - Executive Director – Infrastructure, Sustainability and Precincts
Architectural Description
Circulation
Amanda Ravaneschi - Senior Executive Officer’ Strategic Asset Development
Department of Education and Training Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA)
Danny Palliadino - Manager, Project Delivery DET
PCG IN ATTENDANCE
Serdar Baycan (Director)
Melika Grigg-Baycan (Associate)
Nick Bergin (Associate)
Expressions Australia - Cold Shell Fitout
Andy Giancoulas - Senior Project Officer, Assets and Built Environment, DET
MelbournePolytechnic-CSOC
Tectura Architects – Principal Consultant and Architect
Elizabeth Grigg (Principal)
Tony McNamara
Chris Arnold
PWC – Project Manager
David Barnard (Director)
Hamzah Al-Qadi (Consulting Manager)
Amenities
Refugee Legal
• The façade through glazing and fenestration is articulated and setback along Otter Street, breaking up the main volumes of the proposed new Otter Street building to provide a human scale at the ground plane. The buildings setbacks and glazing allow for engagement across the whole street frontage, with the internal program changing as you move west to east.
DCWC - Donald Corke Watts Cant – Project Manager
Stuart Cowley (Director)
Elias Siow Senior Quantity Surveyor
Building Services, Storage & Cleaning
Carpark
Cafe Cold Shell Fitout
DCWC Donald Cant Watts Corke – Quantity Surveyor
• The main entrance to the building is architecturally expressed by the higher volume and subtracted entrance canopy with fluted aluminium fins above providing relief from and creating a juxtaposition between the two main building volumes. The entrance is democratized and welcoming to all and is a built extrapolation of Melbourne Polytechnic’s ethos and values.
PRINCIPAL DESIGN CONSULTANT SUB-CONSULTANT TEAM
Creo - Structural/Civil Engineer
Tony Spencer (Director)
Terry Leach ( Civil Engineer)
Acor Consulting Engineers - Services Engineers
Blake Wilson (State Manager)
David Yates (Senior Hydraulics Engineer)
• The location and position of the new Otter Street Building entrance also links to the existing building’s entrance, which is bookended by the two main brick pillars of the existing building. The alignment of the entrances creates a seamless transition between the two buildings and links to Perry Street, creating an informal visual connection and internal street within the campus
Ryan Tanner (Mechanical Engineer)
Bill Hatzis (Senior Electrical Engineer)
Brett Robinson (Vertical Transport Eng)
Reece Liddy ( Fire Engineer)
Marina Lehmstedt (ESD)
WSP Consulting Engineers- Acoustic Engineers
David Yates (Director)
Site Image - Landscape Architect
Mike Phillips (Director)
• The materiality of the proposed Otter Street Building references the industrial warehouses and factory context of Collingwood, through translation of sympathetic colours and textures rather than a direct use of existing materials.
Philip Chun - Building Surveyor
Richard Wells
Ben Thompson
Architecture & Access - DDA Consultants
Chris Porter
Value Managment of Materials, Colours & finishes.
POLYTECHNIC MATERIAL , COLOUR & FINISHES BOARD
Architectural Concepts - New
• The interspersed sheet metal, fritted glazing and terracotta precast panels creates a dynamic and robust architectural and modern interpreted response. By utilizing a sympathetic material palette, the building is able to become part of the urban fabric and ‘place’ of the neighbourhood.
• The circular window references the old warehouse and factories noted within the area, whilst aligning with the internal library program. A glimpse into the presentation stairs allows for playful engagement and opportunity with passersby. The circular form in its playful nature, offsets the rectilinearity of the building form and architecturally connects precinct within the area.
• Refer material, colour & finishes schedule and internal elevations within the architectural drawings and schedules appendices section of this report.
MELBOURNE
Building Engineering Pty Ltd
125 Hawke Street
West Melbourne, Victoria 3003
P: (03) 8379-2200
Project: 22024MP Melb Polytechnic Collingwood Campus 20 Otter Street Collingwood, Victoria 3066 P: 03 8379 2200
RFI #184: Perry St - Window adjustment - Site condition
Status Closed on 18/1/24
To Nick Bergin (Tectura Architects) Maryam Ali Khan (Tectura Architects)
Date Initiated 20 Dec, 2023
Location
Cost Impact
Spec Section
From Hanif Agharazy (Building Engineering Pty Ltd)
125 Hawke Street
West Melbourne, Victoria 3003
Due Date 25 Dec, 2023
Project Stage
Program Impact
Cost Code
Drawing Number Reference
Linked Drawings
Received From Amande Falcao (Building Engineering Pty Ltd)
Copies To Hanif Agharazy (Building Engineering Pty Ltd), Serdar Baycan (Tectura Architects), Edric Chang (Building Engineering Pty Ltd), Amande Falcao (Building Engineering Pty Ltd), Eren Gover (Building Engineering Pty Ltd), Elizabeth Grigg (Tectura Architects)
Activity
Question Question from Hanif Agharazy Building Engineering Pty Ltd on Wednesday, 20 Dec, 2023 at 03:10 PM AEDT
Hi Nick and Maryam, Due to existing concrete panel on site we have to adjust the size of the window and provide cladding to sides which is in line with you recommendation in DWG CD-07-04. Would you please review and confirm?
Attachments IMG_9783.pdf
RFI #184 - Perry St - Window adjustment - Site condition Project: 22024MP Melb Polytechnic Collingwood Campus
Proposed Solution
All Replies Response from Nick Bergin Tectura Architects on Wednesday, 20 Dec, 2023 at 03:32 PM AEDT
Awaiting an Official Response
Hi Hanif,
Generally agree with this approach, just make the side panels shown green in your sketch and in my markup of CD-07-04 north elevation of equal width and make appropriate adjustments to the window overall width to suit.
As part of the Mulgrave Primary School project team, I was instrumental in delivering a comprehensive drawing package through the Design Development (DD), Schematic Design (SD), and Construction Documentation (CD) phases. My scope of work focused on the integration of structural systems, complex roof geometries, and detailed coordination across multiple disciplines.
Structural Modelling and Integration:
Developed and modelled primary and secondary structural components, including steel framing and foundation systems, in Revit as per the structural engineer’s drawings. Created custom Revit families for structural elements to meet project-specific requirements and ensure precision in modelling. Multidisciplinary Coordination:
Coordinated floor plans, ceiling plans, and sections with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems to resolve spatial and functional clashes. Collaborated closely with consultants to incorporate design revisions and ensure alignment across all disciplines.
Complex Roof Design:
Addressed the challenges of a distinctive roof design, involving intricate structural modelling to accommodate dynamic geometries. Resolved technical complexities surrounding the valley gutter system with integrated waterfall drainage, ensuring both aesthetic and functional outcomes.
Documentation and Design Options:
Produced detailed roof plans, sections, and joinery packages for construction documentation. Prepared multiple design iterations to explore and accommodate evolving project requirements while maintaining documentation quality and efficiency.
This project demanded a high level of technical proficiency and problem-solving, particularly in modelling complex structural elements and achieving seamless coordination across disciplines. The outcome was a cohesive and well-documented design package that addressed both the architectural vision and structural integrity of the school.
CENTRAL AUSTRALIAN CONTEXT
Borrowing from the red earthy colours and ochre’s that form the distinct features of the Central Australian landscape, the design seeks to use this rich pallette in the building facade skin and reference the craggy a cient rock formations formed by water and erosion over millions of years in the forms of the roof.
EXTERNAL FINISHES
DESIGN CONCEPT - FORM & FACADE STUDIES
Through the use of external facade materials, the design looks to reference the textural qualities of the natural rocks, whilst offering a timber relief to complement and reference the natural vegetation growing out of the red earth.
COLOUR
The colours of the design borrow heavilly from the natural geological formations in the rich reds and colours of Australia’s ‘red centre.’ The muted colours of natural vegetation provide relief to the reds and strong earthy colours and punctuated through with the selection of creams and earth tones, symbolising the importance of Country - as the red represents connection to land
ARCHITECTURAL LANGUAGE
EXTERNAL INSPIRATION PALETTE
CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY ALL DIMENSIONS AND LEVELS ON SITE PRIOR TO STARTING ANY WORKS OR COMMENCING THE MANUFACTURE OF ITEMS FOR THE PROJECT. ANY DISCREPANCIES SHALL BE NOTIFIED TO THE SUPERINTENDENT FOR DIRECTION PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH THE WORKS. DO NOT SCALE OFF THIS DRAWING. USE ONLY FIGURED DIMENSIONS THE NOTES ON THIS DRAWING SHALL BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH ALL OTHER CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
COORDINATE LOCATIONS FOR EQUIPMENT SERVICE PENETRATIONS ON SITE. INSTALL STRICTLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURE'S INSTRUCTIONS. PROVIDE PLY BRACING IN WALL BEHIND ALL WALL MOUNTED FIXTURE & JOINERY. REFER CD-09-01 FOR DETAILS
EQUIPMENT & FURNITURE SHOWN DASHED TO BE SUPPLIED BY THE SCHOOL.
Colac West Primary School building 1937 consists of timber bay windows, stone entrance door area with strong supporting columns either side of the entrance.
Original Building: Built in 1923
Period: Borrowed elements from the Queen Anne Revival period in the early decades of the 20th century, however this style is more typically absorbed into the Federation style architecture at the time in Australia. This building is a heavily simplified version of the original styles mentioned above, perhaps owing to the introduction of early modernist principals at the time.
Typical features: Hipped roof forms with a front-facing gable, timber fretwork, carved stone door case, rows of painted sash windows set flush with the brickwork. Flemish bond brickwork. White painted window frames.
OPTION 2 - PREFERRED OPTION
• PERPENDICULAR PLAN WITH EXTERNAL FACING BREAKOUT SPACE
• SPECIALIST LEARNING FACING INTERNAL COURTYARD
SPATIAL RELATIONSHIPS
LIGAR ST
PROJECT - BROADFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL
STAGES COMPLETED - MP, SD, DD, CD
The Broadford Primary School project involved the design and construction of multiple buildings across various stages, each with its own set of challenges due to the site’s complexity and heritage considerations. My role encompassed the development of a comprehensive drawing package, including detailed modelling, coordination, and documentation across multiple disciplines.
CONCEPT 1
FLAT TIMBER END GABLE WALL, POP-OUT WINDOWS WITH STEEL SHROUDS, LIGHT COLOURED BRICK WITH PATTERNED ELEMENTS
CONCEPT 3 ALL BRICK, POP-OUT IRREGULAR SIZED WINDOWS TO SOUTH FACADE WITH STEEL SHROUDS, LIGHT COLOURED BRICK WITH PATTERNED ELEMENTS.
CONCEPT 2 ALL BRICK, POP-OUT WINDOWS WITH STEEL SHROUDS, LIGHT COLOURED BRICK WITH PATTERNED ELEMENTS.
CONCEPT 4
FACETED WINDOWS, SLOPED SOFFITS AND REVEALS TO INSET WINDOW, LIGHT COLOURED BRICK WITH PATTERNED ELEMENTS
CONCEPT 5 ALL BRICK, WINDOWS WITH STEEL SHROUDS (GALVANISED), LIGHT COLOURED BRICK WITH PATTERNED ELEMENTS
UPPER & ROOF PLANE:
Galvanised or Zincalume roofing with white Colorbond trims.
DESIGN CONCEPT - FORM & FACADE STUDIES
Referencing the rural Victorian “shed” vernacular and also the existing Block B building to be demolished on the site by replicating the strong gabled roof forms which were common to the buildings at the time and also tie into the strong gables of the red brick building on Powlett St.
MID PLANE:
Textured brickwork to tie into the existing brick heritage building with English Garden Wall patterning but referencing the cream weatherboard building to be demolished through sympathetic colours.
Cream coloured linear textured fibre cement sheet panelling near window bay details. White or anodised window frames.
Overall a light coloured palette to put the emphasis back on the existing red brick heritage building on Powlett St and not dominate this building too much.
BASE:
Concrete sills where overhanging eaves occur on the facade and to express the slab edge.
Galvanised steel RHS frame plinth to provide airflow under the raised floors and make the buildings appear “floating” on heavily sloped site and referencing the existing timber plinth boards below the weatherboards of the existing Block B.
Developed a cohesive site plan to represent the phased construction of multiple buildings and their spatial organization. Addressed the integration of existing and new structures, ensuring a seamless transition across construction stages. Block A Refurbishment:
Proposed a new internal spatial configuration for the refurbishment of Block A, involving the complete demolition of internal layouts and the introduction of a new organizational scheme. Preserved the existing brick façade to respect the building’s heritage value, ensuring the design maintained historical integrity while achieving modern functionality.
FORM 15 AREA CATEGORIES
PROJECT - HEIDELBERG PRIMARY SCHOOL
STAGES COMPLETED - MP, SD, DD, CD
ARCHITECTURAL LANGUAGE
Through the use of external facade materials, the design looks to reference the textural qualities of the school’s context.
Due to the condensed nature of the site; the new buildings will be experienced at close range with the external materials will provide texture and interest.
The muted ‘red’ highlight colour of the design borrows from the tone of the red bricks of the existing buildings and connects to the tonal planting of reds and pinks throughout the school grounds. The tones of blue represent connection to water and sky in collaboration with Indigenous cultural consultation.
The muted red will be complemented internally with timbers and soft neutrals creating a calm learning environment.
The new Learning Building and Gymnasium borrows from the materiality and banding of the existing buildings and transposes it into a modern interpretation.
The white stackbond brick plinth and upper precast panel for the learning building and colorbond cladding of the gym continues the element of horizontal banding of the existing buildings.
Provide a new gymnasium for school assemblies, indoor sporting activities, music & school productions.
• Large purpose designed stem (science) space and storage for robotics and technology.
• Provide flexible and adaptable learning spaces with informal learning areas such as small group rooms, withdrawal areas & collaboration spaces.
• Upgrade administration areas to co-locate executive team and provide staff
ARTIST IMPRESSION - HEIDELBERG PRIMARY SCHOOL
GYMNASIUM - EXTERNAL
PROJECT - LILLYDALE HEIGHTS
STEM PRIMARY SCHOOL - SIGNAGE
ACADEMIC & PERSONAL PROJECTS
EXPLORING DESIGN, THEORY, AND MATERIALITY THROUGH RESEARCH AND EXPERIMENTATION
Rooted in research, experimentation, and conceptual exploration, this section highlights my university work and independent projects. Through speculative design, vernacular studies, and personal interests, I have explored architectural narratives, materiality, and spatial experiences, refining my creative approach and theoretical understanding.
1 PROJECT - LOST IN COUNTRY
The fundamental existence of the Tree House ventures to assign an origin of concentration where one’s sensory cognition hovers between the infinite cosmos and mother nature. The purpose of translating the panoramic view of Tasmanian geo-heritage is to orbit around the individual while acknowledging the significant cultural fabric of Tasmania’s oldest national park ‘Russel Falls’, with the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Indigenous Custodians of the Land. The project crystallizes a harmonious balance between human nourishment and the built form, in an attempt to rethink the way people live and direct their focus to the importance of the Country they live in. A space of awakening has been introduced, through prioritising emotional, spiritual, and sensorial experiences. The structure is in a way an extension of the environment that brings nature inside, adapting to the existing site vegetation. Structures are self-sustaining, incorporating a range of sustainable roles that contribute to the ecological condition of the site. The approach to this project redefines architecture by creating a new dynamic and spatial experience that moves with the light, retaining shadows and enriching the country’s origins.
The tree house plans mimic the harmonious, equilibrium context field views of the surrounding landscape
Research proves that all living beings need ample sunlight and fresh air to function as happy, productive individuals. A consistent contact with our natural surroundings is proved to make humans happier, while also helping them form better interpersonal relationships. Such a contact with nature also helps invoke positive emotions amongst humans.
15 July 2021
RE:Letter of Reference –Maryam Khan
To whom it concerns,
Maryamhas been an exemplary architecture student at Monash University. She undertook a second-year design studio with me in 2020, during which she demonstrated a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. In her project, she creativelyinvestigated the re-use of grade parking around existing rail infrastructure, adeptly operating across multiple scalesthrough a sophisticated integration of broader urbanqualities and connections with architectural forms, internal spatial configurations and human-scaled experiences.
Maryam’s considerate design sensibility is supported by herdrawingaptitude,physicalmodeling skillsand visual communication techniques. Herattentive, yet exploratory, approach proffers huge potential.
Maryam’s contribution to our studio extended beyond a dedication to her individual design investigation. Her engagement with the subject matter and positive interactions with her peers elevated the level of class discussions and the intensityof collective investigations. Maryam showed a capacity for experimentation and collaborative teamwork during group exercises, and constructively responded to project feedback from studio leaders, invited reviewers and peers.
Ihave no hesitation in recommending Maryamfor a positionin your practice.Her enthusiasm, dedication and skills would make an effective contribution to any project team, and I believe the experience she will gain in an office will amplify her trajectory towards becoming a superb architectural practitionerherself.
