Dimension5 - Stuttgart, Germany: I had the privilege of working closely with the firm’s architect and co-founder to experience all stages of the architectural project lifecycle. I created working drawings for residential renovation projects, participated in a documentation project and helped design an interior for a bicycle company (GGB).
Smeirat Architects - Amman, Jordan:
Participated in a design study for a proposal for a mixed use commercial complex. Created working drawings and plan renderings for residential projects.
Experience Note
While the projects I contributed to are subject to strict confidentiality under a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), I can confirm the details of my role for both. Company profile (www.khammash.com)
Wadi Al Mujib Visitor Center
Wadi Al Heedan Visitor Center Royal Academy for Nature
Wild Jordan Nature Center Feynan Eco-Lodge Madina Plaza
Junior Architect for the VIP Residential Project:
Produced detailed landscape drawings, site sections, site elevations and conducted 3D site re-grading, in coordination with the senior architects using AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup, Enscape and Dynamo.
Developed 3D visualizations, animations and rendered landscape design concepts with Enscape to communicate design intent effectively.
Contributed to landscape design presentations for client review, ensuring clarity and alignment with project goals.
Junior Architect for the Urban Design Competition Project (Saudi Arabia):
Collaborated with senior architects to create concept diagrams, zoning plans, and master plan visuals using AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
Developed 3D sketch models in SketchUp to explore massing and spatial relationships, in alignment with the company philosophy and understanding of urban design principles.
Designed competition boards and presentations using Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.
Conducted site analysis and integrated findings into design solutions tailored to the urban context of Saudi Arabia within the team.
Roman Theatre Cultural Park
Course: Landscape Architecture ARCH341
Academic Design Project (Year 4 - Term II)
Timeline: March - June 2021
Location: Jabal Al Joufah, Amman
Given the prominent location of the existing park near the Roman Theatre and Jordan’s Folklore Museum, we chose to design a cultural park with sign posts that form an extension to the folklore museum.
We conducted studies and concluded the need for a centered water feature with connections to pervious pavements which connect to a system for water filtration considering the need for such a feature in this part of Amman, since there is an issue of excess rainfall and floods.
This issue has specifically affected vendors and shop owners around the existing park near the roman theatre. The intervention can help reduce the drainage issues in the area.
Note: group project of three. Design and research done in collaboration. Included drawings in this porfolio were fully my responsibility and done by me alone except for the 3d render in the cover of this page, which was partly edited by me.
Ras Al Ain Re-imagined
Course: Urban Design ARC541
Academic Design Project (Year 4 - Term I)
Timeline: September - December 2020
Location: Ras Al Ain, Amman
Addressing issues in Ras Al Ain corridor, we studied the drainage system and designed underground tanks to manage overflow and designed a lively public space with recreational hubs, a reopened lake,landscaped hills, and green spaces. We opened the whole site visually using heirarchy and stitched it to its surroundings physically.The main challenge we were given was to address a flood issue in the downtown of Amman, in Ras Al Ain.
We did this by studying the main culvert of the area and we created space for underground tanks.
We helped solve the issue while also creating an open public space that re defined the uses and value of the Ras Al Ain strip. We made it more interactive using follies, an outdoor gym, an artificial lake, hills, soft and hard landscaping. We also added a cultural centre building with shops and cafes on the far right of the strip.
Note: this was a group project of four. Design and research was done in teams. The drawings in this portfolio were all my responsibility and done by me except for the render in this cover.
Educare
Course: Graduation Project I (ARCH591) & II (ARCH592) Academic Graduation Project (Year 5 - Term I & II)
Timeline: September 2022 - June 2023
Location: Downtown Amman
Titled “Edcuare,” my graduation project delves into three key areas: the challenges faced in education within the Arab Region, an in-depth analysis of the selected site in Jabal Amman, and the art of adaptive reuse in architecture.
The comprehensive research I conducted on the issues and objectives concerning education in the Arab Region served as the catalyst for my idea of establishing a Liberal Arts college in Downtown Amman.
This proposed college would function as an extension of the German Jordanian University’s “School of Architecture and the Built Environment.” Consequently, the significance of the program and design proposed for my project cannot be overstated, as it aims to seamlessly integrate within a vibrant environment teeming with diverse activities and users.
the trail behind the administration
panels showing the history of the site and repurposed hotel inside the new courtyard
sective showing circulation around the new administration building and cafe
Beit Sitti
Course: Design of Residential Buildings ARC212
Academic Design Project (Year 2 - Term II)
Timeline: March - June 2019
Location: Abdali, Amman
We were tasked with designing an elderly center in the Al Abdali region of Amman. I named the project Beit Sitti (“My Grandma’s House”), reflecting its warm, welcoming essence.
The concept centers on the needs of the elderly users, creating a comfortable environment for both residents and staff, while incorporating a business model that transforms the center into a community hub for social interaction.
To achieve this, I designed a self-sustaining minifarm integrated into the site’s topography.
The farm produces crops used for cooking classes held in one of the main buildings, fostering community engagement and skill-sharing. Additionally, I focused designing the outdoor spaces and creating connections between the buildings.
initial spaces first grid second grid breaking the rigidity
Abdoun Park Complex
Course: Design of Sustainable Buildings ARC371
Academic Design Project (Year 3 - Term I)
Timeline: September - December 2019
Location: Abdoun, Amman
For a residential complex in Abdoun, Amman, I focused on transforming the site’s topography into a guiding element for an open library concept.
The design features an outdoor library with intimate reading booths and a central book café, creating a vibrant community space. By integrating the library into the landscape, the project revitalizes the area, offering a place for meaningful conversations and engagement with books in an inviting, open-air environment.
Key design features include the use of local limestone to blend with the regional context, movable solar-powered shading devices for comfort, and the conversion of an empty lot into a public garden.
Additionally, wind simulation and solar studies were conducted to optimize the building’s orientation, ensuring sustainability and harmony with the environment.
solar panel shading device facing south green roofs outdoor library booths
the design blending into the site
Abdali Cultural Centre
Course: Design of Mixed Use Buildings ARC413
Academic Design Project (Year 3 - Term II)
Timeline: March - June 2020
Location: Abdali, Amman
For a mixed-use commercial building in Abdali, I designed two primary structures based on the concepts of layering and double volumes, creating a dynamic and interactive inner space. Given Abdali’s highly commercial nature, efficiency was essential, but I prioritized landscape design to foster a more inviting environment.
The outdoor space features a carefully integrated open amphitheater, designed to serve as a social gathering point while maintaining a connection to the nearby Abdali project.
Additionally, I addressed the significant shortage of dormitories for students studying in Jordan, many of whom are Jordanian expats returning from abroad. By incorporating dorms into the project, the design not only meets a critical need but also enriches the building’s purpose, making it a hub for both community engagement and practical solutions for urban living.
best use of space subtraction outdoor spaces main axis
