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Rana Ahamed

Al Medinah,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Architect & Urban Designer Architect and Urban Designer passionate about shaping sustainable, people-centric urban environments through master planning, public realm design, and spatial analysis. With expertise in urban regeneration, green infrastructure, and mobility strategies, I focus on developing resilient, functional, and accessible cities that enhance community well-being. My work integrates urban design principles, GIS mapping, stakeholder collaboration, and environmental strategies to create future-proof spaces that balance social, ecological, and spatial needs.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Postgraduate Urbanist

Architetto Marta Conconi - Studio di Architettura
Milan, Italy
01.2025 - Current
  • Conducted urban development research, spatial analysis, and GIS mapping to support master planning and urban design initiatives.
  • Contributed to land use planning, zoning analysis, and public realm design for large-scale urban development projects.
  • Assisted in sustainable urban design, placemaking, and mobility strategies to enhance community livability.
  • Conducted site assessments and field surveys to evaluate urban infrastructure and inform design decisions.
  • Engaged in stakeholder collaboration, public consultations, and multidisciplinary team coordination for planning proposals.
  • Developed visual presentations, reports, and policy research to support urban design strategies and master planning frameworks.

Intern Architect

Centro Restauro Piccolo Chiostro
Pavia, Italy
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Successfully managed and executed a project at the prestigious Villars Palace 5-star hotel in Villars, Switzerland.
  • Revamped hotel accommodation options with a fresh approach to room renovation design while maintaining the original layout.
  • Collaborated with construction site teams to resolve on-site issues during construction.
  • For digital representation of buildings, we utilized computer-aided design software to produce accurate drawings and 3D models.

Intern Architect

General srl
Gallrate, Italy
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Verified compliance with zoning laws and building codes through market research.
  • Conducted building assessments, identifying infrastructure issues and providing actionable recommendations for improvement.

Architect

Murtada Maaz Consultancy
Khartoum, Sudan
10.2018 - 09.2021
  • Optimized design workflows, reducing project timelines by 20%.
  • Collaborated with teams to ensure sustainability and regulatory compliance.
  • Developed architectural plans in Revit and AutoCAD, achieving 15% cost savings.
  • Improved client satisfaction by 30% through strategic layout and color schemes.
  • Researched zoning laws and building codes to ensure compliance and market viability.
  • Selected materials to align with design goals and enhance project aesthetics.

Teaching Assistant

University of Khartoum
Khartoum, Sudan
10.2018 - 03.2020
  • Led design studio programs, prepared presentations, and conducted seminars to enhance student engagement.
  • Provided analytical design critiques, improving student project quality by 25%.
  • Managed student records and performance metrics using Microsoft Excel.
  • Conducted practical evaluations under instructor supervision to support emerging architects.

Education

Master of Science - Architecture and Urban design

Politecnico di Milano
Italy
09.2021 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture

University of Khartoum
Sudan
09.2013 - 07.2018

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Communication skills
  • Strategic planning

Certification

Saudi Council of Engineers: Professional Accreditation Certificate

The American Institute of Architects (AIA): Associate Member

Softwares

Microsoft Offce

QGIS

3d max

InVest

ArchiCAD 

AutoCAD 

Illustrator 

InDesign 

Photoshop 

Revit

Rhino 

Sketchup

Lumion

Languages

English
Advanced
Arabic
Native
Italian
Beginner

Timeline

Postgraduate Urbanist

Architetto Marta Conconi - Studio di Architettura
01.2025 - Current

Intern Architect

Centro Restauro Piccolo Chiostro
04.2024 - 06.2024

Intern Architect

General srl
07.2023 - 10.2023

Master of Science - Architecture and Urban design

Politecnico di Milano
09.2021 - 07.2024

Architect

Murtada Maaz Consultancy
10.2018 - 09.2021

Teaching Assistant

University of Khartoum
10.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture

University of Khartoum
09.2013 - 07.2018

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