ASONTA CHIOMA
Architect
Lagos,LA
Summary
Multidisciplinary painter and paper craft artist, award winning architect and interior designer with 3 years plus work experience.s. Adept at multi-tasking and developing creative solutions. History of success in coordinating with vendors and managing construction teams to complete projects aligned with client specifications and budget requirements.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Interior Architect
SPACE150NG
04.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to produce creative conceptual diagrams, presentation drawings and construction drawings to communicate design ideas, strategies to clients and contractors on a number of projects such as the Kaiglo Stores head office, Homework coworking space and The Hills estate project.
- Prepared Interior design concepts, moodboards and renders for Kaiglo stores head office with the aid of Canva,Sketchup and Adobe Photoshop.
- Created and updated project schedules and purchase schedules for interior design of residences and Kaiglo commercial space.
- Sourced and procured products and materials (including lighting, furniture and fittings) for Kaiglo stores head office.
- Supervised construction and fittings at Kaiglo head office.
- Created interior walkthroughs for residential apartments using Lumion 3D rendering software.
- Interacted and collaborated with structural, electrical and mechanical engineers on several residential projects.
- Opened, sorted and replied to work related emails and correspondence.
- Researched trends in area of green building and environmental design to incorporate into business and residential projects.
Associate Architect
CRYSTAL WHITE ARCHITECTS
02.2020 - 04.2021
- Produced creative conceptual diagrams, presentation drawings and construction drawings to communicate design ideas, strategies to clients and contractors on a number of projects such as the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation(NNPC) Research, technology and innovation centre.
- Prepared Interior design concepts, moodboards and renders for NNPC research, technology and innovation centre.
- Created interior walkthroughs for residential apartments using Lumion 3D rendering software.
- Created and updated project schedules and purchase schedules for interior design of a Spa and fashion house.
- Interacted and collaborated with structural, electrical and mechanical engineers on several design projects.
- Created interior design mood boards for clients with the aid of Canva ,Microsoft PowerPoint and Adobe Photoshop.
- Opened, sorted and replied to work related emails and correspondence.
- Created new and innovative approaches to problems and discussed strategies with project managers.
Graduate Intern
DECOR NIGERIA
LAGOS
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Interacted with clients via meetings, phone calls and site visitation.
- Opened, sorted and replied to work related emails and correspondence.
- Provided comprehensive research assistance and support when designing and executing.
- Wrote and edited blog and website posts.
- Sketched and drafted preliminary concept designs manually and via Autodesk Revit and Google Sketchup.
- Created design mood boards for clients with the aid of Canva and Microsoft PowerPoint.
- Created and updated project schedules and purchase schedules.
- Sourced for related stores, placed orders for materials, finishes and furniture.
- Supervised construction and coordinated with building contractors on design implementation.
- Implemented methods that reduced the overall project completion time by 1 week.
CHARLES IWOBHO ASSOCIATES
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Engaged with several architects and artisans during the timeframe.
- Collaborated with fellow architects in complex designs.
- Completed several design works on Autodesk Revit.
- Supervised and assisted in general technical activities and site management.
- Recorded, transcribed and distributed minutes of site meetings.
- Obtained as built detailing information by carrying out measurements on site.
ARON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Engaged with several architects and artisans during the timeframe.
- Mobilized and supervised artisans in the construction of site gatehouses.
- Coordinated survey work at Onikan Stadium, Lagos.
- Collaborated with architects and edited site deliverables using AutoCAD.
- Typed documents such as correspondence, drafts, memos, and emails, and prepared periodic site reports for management.
- Opened, sorted, and distributed incoming messages and correspondence.
- Recorded, transcribed and distributed minutes of meetings.
- Produced preliminary sketches for buildings; including plans, concepts and facades.
Education
B.Sc. - Architecture
COVENANT UNIVERSITY
08.2015 - 07.2019
Diploma - Leadership Development
African Ladership Development Centre
Covenant UniversityCertification Training - Interior Design
Alison
Certification - Sustainable Interior Design
Ugreen US
Certification - Sustainable Architecture
UgreenUS
Skills
Web and tech savvyCreative ImprovisationRevit ArchitectureAutoCADPhotoshopSketchup Vray/Enscape 3d
Color theory understanding
Commercial interior design
Space planning methodology
Activities/Volunteer Work
- Front desk/ Hall Officer, Covenant University work study programme
- GREY youth forum, Fight against Rape and Domestic Violence May 2017
- The 300 Walk against gender inequality December 2018
- The Collectives Art Exhibition Fundraiser February 2019
- Volunteer, Susty Vibes 2020-Present
Additional Information
- Winner, Covenant University CST Science, Technology and Architecture Exhibition 2019.
- Team Win, 2019 Design Week Lagos Competition (Design of a futuristic ferry terminal)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Interior Architect
SPACE150NG
04.2021 - Current
Associate Architect
CRYSTAL WHITE ARCHITECTS
02.2020 - 04.2021
Graduate Intern
DECOR NIGERIA
07.2019 - 11.2019
CHARLES IWOBHO ASSOCIATES
06.2018 - 08.2018
ARON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
06.2017 - 08.2017
B.Sc. - Architecture
COVENANT UNIVERSITY
08.2015 - 07.2019
Diploma - Leadership Development
African Ladership Development Centre
Certification Training - Interior Design
Alison
Certification - Sustainable Interior Design
Ugreen US
Certification - Sustainable Architecture
UgreenUS