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Work History
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Hobbies and Interests
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Gayatri Joshi

Summary

Dynamic architect with extensive experience at Architect Hafeez Contractor, specializing in high-rise design and execution. Proficient in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and adept at client communication, I have successfully delivered innovative projects, including a luxury G+35 tower, ensuring design excellence and compliance with industry standards.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Architect

Architect Hafeez Contractor
Mumbai
03.2025 - Current
  • Prepared presentation materials for clients and authority submissions.
  • Developed execution drawings for a G+42 mixed-use high-rise (commercial and residential).
  • Designed a luxury G+35 tower (with four basements), balancing functionality and Vastu principles.
  • Coordinated with MEP and structural consultants to ensure design alignment and code compliance.
  • Designed elevations for high-rise residential housing projects.
  • Developed high-street commercial shopfronts focused on branding and public interaction.

Freelance Designer

Freelancer
06.2021 - Current
  • Delivered layouts, 3D visuals, and drawings for residential projects in London, and Mumbai.
  • Proposed compliant plans for a G+2 commercial manufacturing center, with integrated offices.
  • Executed full apartment interior design for a 150 sq. m, 4-bedroom unit in Mumbai.
  • Created visualization models for bungalows and bespoke residential schemes.

Freelance Work

Bungalow Renovation and Interiors
12.2024 - 02.2025
  • Led the renovation and interior design of a private bungalow.
  • Managed coordination with contractors and vendors for turnkey execution.
  • Delivered client-centric, spatially optimized design solutions.

Junior Partner

Oraanj Interior Design
London
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Produced detailed drawings for two UK residential refurbishments to ensure compliance with building codes.
  • Authored seven design blogs on innovative interior concepts, engaging over 150 readers each.
  • Developed visual content and mood boards for luxury interior proposals.
  • Assisted senior designer with FF&E selection and coordinated with suppliers.

Junior Architect

Architects United
Pune
07.2021 - 07.2023
  • Led the concept-to-delivery of a 150-bed hospital (G+5+2 basement) in Nairobi.
  • Produced technical drawings for industrial sheds in a 114-acre development zone.
  • Directed 3D visualizations and drawings for office buildings (G+1 and G+3).
  • I mentored interns, led workflow optimization, and prepared 10+ sanction drawings.

Architectural and Urban Design Intern

Archland Architects
Pune
06.2020 - 12.2020
  • Contributed to the construction documents for township-scale residential developments.
  • Developed zoning diagrams, and coordinated master plan layouts.
  • Supported team with material research and sustainability studies.
  • Created hand-drawn sketches and graphic content for client presentations.

Architectural Design Intern

Integrid Design
Pune
04.2019 - 06.2019
  • Executed drawings for 6,000 sq. ft luxury residential bungalow.
  • Contributed to layouts and façade details for high street commercial projects.
  • Developed CAD drawings and created 3D design options for team evaluations.
  • Collaborated with architects to revise and enhance design iterations and presentations.

Education

MA - Housing and Urbanism

Architectural Association School of Architecture (AA)
London, UK
09.2024

Bachelor of Architecture -

Smt. Kashibai Navale College of Architecture
Pune, India
06.2021

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence tools
  • Drafting software expertise
  • Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
  • Building Information Modeling (BIM)
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Microsoft Office applications
  • Concept and detailed design
  • 3D visualization and rendering
  • Feasibility studies and planning
  • Client communication and project coordination

Accomplishments

  • Presented a research paper on 'Nonorthogonal Geometry in Housing' to Kenneth Frampton | AA
  • Selected for 'The Line' project at NEOM after passing 100% BIM evaluation | VK Architects
  • Special Mention award in exhibition design competition | Archdias Competition
  • 3rd Place in Reuben's Trophy | All India NASA convention

Affiliations And Certifications

  • Licensed architect, Council of Architecture, India
  • AI in architecture| Edx – DelftX
  • Advanced modeling (Rhinoceros and Grasshopper)|Design interventions
  • Global housing design|EdX – TU Delft
  • Housing and cities|EdX – EPFL
  • Facade design engineering|EdX – TU Delft

Personal Information

Workshops And Seminars

  • Doing 'A Lot with Little' workshop, Brno City authorities, Brno, Czech Republic, 05/01/24
  • Urban regeneration and housing developments workshop, Amsterdam and Rotterdam, Netherlands, 02/01/24
  • Continuity and Innovation Symposium, AA Studio workshop, London, UK, 01/01/24
  • Architect Geoffrey Bawa, Tropical Resort Architecture, SKNCOA International Workshop, Sri Lanka, 05/01/17
  • Volunteer for the 'Accessible India Campaign,' Samarthyam Institute, India, 04/01/16 - 06/30/16

Hobbies and Interests

  • Canvas Artist
  • Urban Sketching
  • Travelling & Photography
  • Blogging
  • Reading
  • Cooking
  • Fitness & working out

Timeline

Architect

Architect Hafeez Contractor
03.2025 - Current

Freelance Work

Bungalow Renovation and Interiors
12.2024 - 02.2025

Junior Partner

Oraanj Interior Design
09.2023 - 12.2023

Junior Architect

Architects United
07.2021 - 07.2023

Freelance Designer

Freelancer
06.2021 - Current

Architectural and Urban Design Intern

Archland Architects
06.2020 - 12.2020

Architectural Design Intern

Integrid Design
04.2019 - 06.2019

MA - Housing and Urbanism

Architectural Association School of Architecture (AA)

Bachelor of Architecture -

Smt. Kashibai Navale College of Architecture

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