(469) 922 6414
Springfield, MA
soniha.tisha@gmail.com
SONIHA NUZRAT ARCHITECT
Education
2021-2023
Miami University, Ohio, USA
Masters of Architecture (M.Arch II)
Thesis: “Evaluating cross cultural courtyard housing for social well-being in Manhattan, New York”
Chair & Advisor: Gerardo Brown-Manrique, Reader: Jeff Kruth, John Blake
2007-2013
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, Bangladesh
5-Years Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch)
Thesis: “ECO-VILLAGE DESIGN”
Designing Low-Cost Housing by Providing Eco Friendly Habitat and Environmental Measures, Doluchara, Srimangal, Bangladesh
Advisor: Dr. Zebun Nasreen Ahmed, Dr. Shayer Ghafur, Patrick D’ Rozario
Honors and awards
2023
2023
2021-2023
2022
Second Place; AIA Ohio Student Design Awards AIA Ohio, USA
AIA Medal for Academic Excellence
American Institute of Architects: AIA, USA
M. Arch program with Full tuition fee waived Miami University, Ohio, USA
Rudolph Frankel Memorial Scholarship Miami University, Ohio, USA
2015 Honorable Mention; Architecture San's Frontiers (ASF) Award for “Temporary class shelter” at Puthia, Rajshahi, Bangladesh Team member of GHORAMI.JON
2014
2007-2013
Short Courses and Certifications
2025
2024
2024
Scholarship for workshop in Base habitat Program on Bamboo and Modern Earthen Architecture University of Linz, Austria
University Technical Scholarship and BUET Meritorious Scholarship
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, Bangladesh
Navigating Compliance with ADA Signage
AIA approved course | USA
Above Grade Continuous Insulation in Type l-lV Wall
Construction, has achieved 1.0 LU/HSW hour(s) of continuing education, AIA approved course | USA
Passive Housing: Affordable Fenestration Solutions in Commercial Applications, AIA approved course | USA
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Portfolio Resume
Research Assistantship
2024
2024
Opening Doors to Design Opportunities with the Model Building Codes, AIA approved course | USA
Understanding Thermoplastics – Why TPO and PVC are Winning on the Rooftop, AIA approved course | USA
2024 The Restroom of the Future, AIA approved course | USA 2023
2022
Making Glass Come to Life: Principles of Glass Selection AIA approved course | USA
Life-Safety: Head-of-Wall Fire-Resistance and Design Considerations, AIA approved course | USA 2022
Trending Accessible Design Standards: Restrooms, Locker Rooms & Adjacent Public Spaces, AIA approved course | USA 2016 HOME `and DWELLING
Conducted by Arindam Chakrabrti (Professor of philosophy at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa), Ar. Bashirul Haq, Ar. Channa Daswatte, Ar. Kazi Khaled Ashraf (Urbanist and Architectural historian).
Bengal Institute - Architecture, Landscape, Settlement, Dhaka, Bangladesh
2016
Professional Affiliation
2023
2017
Publications
2024
2024
2018
2018
2018
2016
WATER URBANISM: Water Management in Urban Development in Dhaka
PHD thesis in The University of Adelaide conducted by Dr. Fahmid Ahmed
Assoc. Member, Membership number 40813290
The American Institute of Architects: AIA
Member, Membership number, MIAB - N 042
Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB)
Nuzrat, S. The value of daylighting children's health and well-being in school buildings. International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology. IJISRT (International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology) Volume 9, Issue 11, November2024, Pg. 16.
Nuzrat, S. (2024). Evaluating cross-cultural courtyard housing for social well-being in Manhattan, New York. Miami University, Ohio, USA
Rahman, S., Nuzrat, S., Liza, A. N., & Mahmud, N. (2018). Evaluating the phenomenon of urban heat island effect of Suhrawardy Udyan, Dhaka. International Journal of Engineering Research, 9(2229-5518), 1657-1663.
Nuzrat, S., & Shahedur, R. A. S. M. (2018). Performance evaluation of vertical greening system of exterior wall on indoor thermal environment in residential buildings of Dhaka City. International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, 9(11), 509-518
Housing and Building Research Institute (HBRI), Ministry of Housing and Public Works. (2018). Standard guideline for rural housing in disasterprone areas of Bangladesh. Dhaka, Bangladesh: Housing and Building Research Institute (HBRI).
Quaium, M. F. A., Muhaymin, A. A., Rahman, A. S. M. S., Rahman, M. M., & Nuzrat, S. (2016). Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Safari Park landscape design proposal (Book version). Dhaka, Bangladesh: Wildlife Management and Nature Conservation Division, Forest Department, Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh.
Professional Experiences
Responsibility Significant Works
2023-Present
Architectural Associate
DIETZ & COMPANY
ARCHITECTS
Springfield, Massachusetts, USA
http://www.dietzarch.com/
Prepare comprehensive drawing sets for various stages, including schematic design, design development, and construction documentation, in collaboration with the team and under the principal architect’s supervision.
Perform site supervision and attend OAC meetings during construction. Address RFIs, ASIs, RFPs, and create sketches under the architect’s direction. Conduct research and document project data.
Utilize BIM for project documentation and create 3D visualizations for marketing and proposals.
Organize team meetings, design discussions, and facilitate coordination with clients and consultants.
Springfield Community College campus building renovation, MA
Springfield Courthouse interior renovation, MA 2024
Manchester apartments, Manchester CT
Fitchburg Housing AuthorityCommunity Center for Green Acres community, Fitchburg, MA
Hearthway Linden St housing project, Pittsfield, MA
Southington Apartments, Southington, MA
Greenstead grove- Affordable housing design in Ludlow, MA
Florence fire station, Florence, MA
Chicopee Former Library interior renovation, Chicopee, MA
2021-2023
Graduate Assistant
MIAMI UNIVERSITY, Oxford, Ohio, USA
2022 (May-August)
2022-2023 (DecemberJanuary)
Architectural Intern
MS CONSULTANTS, INC. Columbus, Ohio, USA
http://www.msconsultants .com
2020-2021 (June-July)
Associate Architect
2017-2020 (DecemberMay)
Senior Architect
SYNTHESIS ARCHITECTS
Dhaka, Bangladesh
http://www.synthesisarchi tectsltd.com
Teaching Assistantship: Assisting faculty members with classroom instruction, exam preparation, lectures, student meetings, and grading.
Preparing Construction drawing and Revit 3D Modeling, analyzing furniture specifications. Chain of Hypermarkets (Walmart, Sam’s Club)
Co-ordination with the team and the principal Architect
Develop initial design concepts, create project vision content, collaborate with clients and consultants for feasibility and compliance, prepare working drawings for builders, and supervise on-site construction to ensure adherence to design and quality standards.
1. Comilla University Masterplan, Comilla, Bangladesh 2020
2. 10 Storied Commercial Building at Banani, Dhaka, Bangladesh 2020
3. 10 storied Apartment Complex at Dhanmondi for Assurance LTD., Bangladesh 2019
4. 10 Storied Residential Building at Khulshi, Chittagong, Bangladesh 2019
5. Vacation House design at Gazipur, Bangladesh 2019
6. Concord MB Tower Commercial Building at Banani, Dhaka, Bangladesh 2018
2016-2017
Senior Assistant
Architect
2014-2016
Architect
TANYA KARIM AND N.R. KHAN ASSOCIATES (TKNRK)
Dhaka, Bangladesh http://www.tknrk.com
Review architectural and engineering plans for accuracy and compliance, stay updated on engineering disciplines and construction methods, supervise team architects, organize workshops or offer recommendations, and ensure effective communication among project stakeholders.
Practicing Modern Architecture with designing, planning and developing different projects.
7. 14 storied Mixed-Use Building at Khilgaon, Dhaka, Bangladesh
8. Head Quarter of Western Engineering at Tejgaon, Dhaka, Bangladesh
1. Interior Design of Renovation of Amex Lounge, Dhaka International Airport, Dhaka, Bangladesh
2. International Competition: Interior Design of Bhutan National Bank at Bhutan
3. Landscape Design of Park for DSCC: Gulistan Park and Jatrabari Park, Dhaka, Bangladesh
4. Commercial Building Design of Shakura Market at Shahabagh, Dhaka, Bangladesh
5. Resort of Eucalyptus Group at Bhabanipur, Joydebpur, Bangladesh
6. Meghna Group Apartment at Gulshan, Bangladesh
7. Landscape and interior design of 13 Storied Apartment Building, Shanta Holdings, Dhaka, Bangladesh
8. Jainta Hill Resort, Tamabil, Sylhet, Bangladesh
9. Mr. Tanvir's Residence at Nikunjo, Gulshan, Bangladesh
2016-2018
Sub-consultant
Architect (Collaborating design sub- consultant)
SHATOTTO ARCHITECTURE FOR GREEN LIVING
Dhaka, Bangladesh https://rafiqazam.com
2014-2021
Architect and Partner
GHORAMI.JON
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Field survey and data collection from the local mass people, Preparation of conceptual design & content, cooperation with the principal consultant and the technical consultants, working drawing and s pecification preparation.
Under the title of “Jol Shobujey Dhaka (Dhaka of Waters and Greens)” for Dhaka South City, Dhaka South CityCorporation (DSCC), Bangladesh. i. Balurghat Playfield ii. Shahidnagar Mini Stadium Playfield iii. Amligola Park iv. Bakshibazar Park
Responsible for integrating lowcost, climate-responsive technologies and eco-friendly solutions into community planning, habitat design and development. My work focuses on creating sustainable environments that address climatic challenges while ensuring affordability and resilience. Additionally, contributing to disaster management efforts by engaging in both pre-disaster preparedness and post-disaster
1. “Standard Guideline and Design for Rural Housing in Disaster Prone Areas of Bangladesh''- Research work with HBRI, 2016.
2. “Climate and Flood Resilient House Design at Flood Affected Area” with BCAS (Bangladesh Centre for Advanced Studies), Bangladesh.
3. Landscape Design Consultant for developing the proposal of “Bangbandhu Sheikh Mujib Safari Park”, Dulahazra, and Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh.
2013-2014 (DecemberOctober)
Junior Architect
LGED-CRDP (RPMC)
Dhaka, Bangladesh
2010
Architectural Intern ARC ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTANTS
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Workshops
reconstruction, promoting longterm, community-driven solutions.
Rural Development and Planning, Urban Planning, Master Plan, Rural Planning
4. New Academic building of ISWR (Institute of Social Welfare & Research), Dhaka University, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
5. Vacation House at Gachha, Gazipur, Bangladesh. 2015
6. “Pond based alternative livelihoodoriented installation work in water logged village” at Shatkhira for ''BBC Media, Bangladesh
7. Women's Dormitory for 48 students at Horinakundo, Jhenaidah, Bangladesh.
8. “Low-Cost Disaster Resilient Rural Structure” at Shatkhira with ''BBC Media Action'' for an international documentary, Bangladesh.
9. “Emergency Shelter for outdoor classroom” (For the students who studied under the open sky) at Puthia, Rajshahi , Bangladesh.
10.Proto-type Rural Shelter design for Forum-86, a BUET based Alumi group. 2014
11.Four Storied Residential Building at Kishorganj, Bangladesh. 2013
Urban Growth center at 31 Villages of Bangladesh
Analyzing and designing process of residential projects
1. Single Family Residence design at Gulshan, Dhaka, Bangladesh 2010
2. Landscape Design for Vacation House at Gazipur, Bangladesh 2010
2015
Workshop on “Ceramic Dome” conducted by Illiona Khalili HBRI, Mirpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh
2015 Rickshaw Painting Workshop, an intention of reviving the dying art of the city. The workshop is being organized as a part of the exhibition "YOUTH - An Exhibition by Nobo Kumar Bhadra” Dhaka, Bangladesh
2014 Bamboo and Modern Earthen Architecture, Base Habitat Summer Workshop Almunster, University of Linz, Austria.
2014
2014
Workshop on “Emergency Earth-bag Shelter” conducted by Illiona Khalili HBRI, Mirpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Green Buildings for the ready-made garments and the Textile Sector in Bangladesh. Workshop hosted by the Aga Khan award winning Architect Anna Heringer.
2012
Volunteer Works
2024
2024
Painting technique, Print making from very renowned artist of Dhaka City- Jafar Iqbal Dhaka, Bangladesh
CFWM- Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Scholarship program evaluator
Revitalize Community Development Corporation Green Fit neighborhood rebuilds, Springfield, MA
Languages English Professional Proficiency Level
Bengali Mother tongue
Computer skills
2D Drafting Autodesk AutoCAD
3D Modeling Sketchup, Autodesk Revit, Rhino BIM Autodesk Revit
Performance Modeling Autodesk Eco-tect, Suntool
Presentation Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, CorelDraw
3D Rendering Lumion, 3DMax, Chaos Enscape, D5 Render Applications Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, BlueBeam
References Gerardo Brown-Manrique
Professor, Interim Director; Architecture Graduate Studies
MIAMI UNIVERSITY,
Cell: +1(513) 529-7222, brownmg@miamioh.edu
Mary Rogero Chair and Associate Professor MIA MI UNIVERSITY
Cell: +1(513) 529-4903, rogeromr@miamioh.edu
Jeff Kruth Director of Architecture Graduate Studies and Assistant Professor MIAMI UNIVERSITY
Cell: +1(513) 529-0168, kruthjt@MiamiOH.edu
John Blake Professor of Engagement; Director, Miami University Center for Community Engagement
Kevin Riordon
MIAMI UNIVERSITY
Cell: +1(513) 529-7097, blakeja@MiamiOH.edu
Principal
Dietz & Company Architects
Cell: (413) 364-2023, kevinr@dietzarch.com