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GDP ArchitectsArchitect
Sep. 2021 - Mar. 2026WP. Kuala Lumpur▫️Intercontinental Hotel Resort, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
- Involved on the project from Tender to Construction stage.
- Manage coordination with structural, M&E, landscape, interior design, and specialist consultants ▫️ Contributing to the construction team in production of common areas detailed designs for STP2 16B The Meg in Penang. ▫️ Engaging in various feasibility studies for high-rise serviced apartment project developments. ▫️ Member of an eight-person team participating in the Home Competition organised by Sime Darby Properties.
5plus ArchitectsAssociate Architect
Jan. 2016 - Mar. 2021London Area, United KingdomKey Project Experience
▫️ Great Eastern Street Hotel, Shoreditch – FOH Interiors Fit-Out & Base build Contract:
▫️ Oversaw the technical execution of Front of House interiors and communal spaces.
▫️ Converted the client's Stage 3 design vision into coordinated construction specifics.
▫️ Project achieved BREEAM Excellent ratings for both Base build and Interiors Fit-Out. Selected Projects.
▫️ Lasenby House, Soho (Liberty HQ) – Grade II Listed Refurbishment and CAT B Office fit out:
- Revamped the reception and workplace environment.
- Involved in the listed building consent process along with technical detailing.
▫️ Highview House, Bracknell – CAT A Office Refurbishment.
▫️ 120 The Broadway, Wimbledon – CAT A Office Refurbishment:
- Implemented a new entrance, reception area, and rooftop extension.
▫️Aerotel, Heathrow T3 Executive Architect for ATS Interiors
▫️Plaza Lounge Heathrow T5 Executive Architect for ATS Interiors
▫️ 5 The Square, Stockley Park – CAT A Refurbishment:
- Project site delivery until Practical Completion.
- Project nominated for AJ Retrofit Awards 2017. Responsibilities Across Projects:
▫️ Served as Team Leader for delivery throughout RIBA Stages 3–5.
▫️ Produced construction details, tender documents, and planning submissions.
▫️ Coordinated with consultants and contractors, addressing technical and site-related inquiries.
▫️ Maintained quality control, ensured compliance, and aligned deliverables with the project schedule.
John Robertson ArchitectsArchitect
Dec. 2014 - Dec. 2015London Area, United Kingdom▫️ Devonshire Square, London. Proposal for Public Realm and Wayfinding:
- Team of two alongside the Director. Contracted Value £1M.
- This initiative suggested a new perspective and public access into and out of the Estate, a public realm facility (three options for cost assessment) and enhanced wayfinding within and around Devonshire Square Estate.
- Gathered wayfinding data from the designated Branding agency and integrated it into architectural plans/elevations, along with the preparation and production of three public realm proposals for budgeting. ▫️ Building 08, Devonshire Square. A team of seven, including the Director:
- Office renovation featuring a new 9th-floor office and a new roof plant enclosure.
- Detailed development of interior packages from Stage C to Stage D and Stage E, including product information drawings.
Michael Sparks AssociatesProject Architect
Sep. 2013 - Dec. 2014London Area, United Kingdom▫️New Waitrose DotCom Fulfilment Centre, Ullswater Crescent, Coulsdon (Contract Value: £30M Design & Build Contract) :
- Oversaw Production Information drawings from Stage D (Post Planning) and coordinated site design until Practical Completion. Project completed on time for hand-over Tenant's fit-out.
- Liaison with BREEAM Assessor to achieve BREEAM 'Excellent' Rating
- Liaison with Planning Officer/Building Control Officer for statutory approvals. ▫️New Distribution Centre, Tilbury
- Assisted in production of elevation drawings for Reserved Matters Planning Application and produced Tender drawings.
CHQ ArchitectsArchitect
Jun. 2013 - Sep. 2013London, United KingdomContract Role
Sainsbury’s Feasibility Projects for Eastern England Region
DMWR ArchitectsArchitect/Project Architect
Jun. 2008 - May. 2013London Area, United KingdomJoined DMWR as part of the Sainsbury's team. DMWR was appointed as Sainsbury's Eastern England region's architect in delivering new build stores in the selected region. My main roles/responsibilities in the team which includes Client/LPA presentations, elevation design proposals, planning and design liasion with Consultants on the Eastern Region team. Project involved ranges from Feasibility to Planning stage. Key projects:
▫️ New Store, Ely, Cambridgeshire (46,000 sq. ft + Café & Under croft Parking):
- Oversaw the project from the feasibility stage to practical completion.
- Created and implemented a custom supermarket located within a conservation area.
- Accountable for conducting feasibility studies, schematic design, elevation design, detailed design, and coordinating the site during construction. - The project received commendations from councillors at the planning committee.
- Successfully launched the first Environmental Technology Sainsbury’s store, featuring advanced high-efficiency lighting in collaboration with GE Technology, focusing on low-carbon solutions. ▫️ New Store, Cambridge – University Development Site (20,000 sq. ft):
- Feasibility study for a new retail unit within a key university expansion area.
- Formulated a concept for shell and core delivery, incorporating an integrated internal fit-out strategy. ▫️ New Store, Saffron Walden (40,000 sq. ft + Café & Car Parking):
- Managed the design process from post-feasibility to the planning application stage, which includes compilation of comprehensive planning application package, including a Design & Access Statement and design brochures.
- Responsible for elevation concepts and established the external architectural identity
msmr architectsArchitect
May. 2007 - Jun. 2008London Area, United KingdomProject Architect - involved in developing the schemes from feasibility up to planning and also preparation of tender packages. Work sector involved with were office refurbishment in a Conservation Area in Westminster Council and private residential refurbishments in Westminster area.
Gaunt Francis ArchitectsArchitect/Architectural Assistant Part II
Oct. 2003 - May. 2007London Area, United Kingdom▫️ Lighting scheme at UCL Main Quadrangle. Worked independently with Partner over-seeing the project on-site as a Project Architect. Completed in June 2007. Main Roles: - Collaborated with the Services Engineer to develop the initial lighting design concept.
- Created Planning Application drawings along with detailed Product Information packages.
- Ensured technical integration within a historic academic environment. ▫️ One Finsbury Circus, London:
- Played a key role in the design, detailing and coordination of the main reception area.
- Prepared documentation for Planning and Listed Building Applications.
- Generated Product Information packages for the reception fit-out.
- Operated within the limitations of a sensitive listed building context. ▫️Pearson Building & Slade School of Fine Art, London as an Architectural Assistant Part II :
- Assisted in the refurbishment of the Geography Department and the Slade School of Fine Art.
- Contributed to the Production Information stage drawings.
- Involved with Contract Administration, addressed site queries and attende and chair site progress meetings during the construction phase.
Environmental Design PracticeArchitectural Assistant Part 1
Sep. 2000 - Jul. 2002Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaProjects
- Kiwanis Down Syndrome Centre
- Duta Mesra Townhouses, Kuala Lumpur
- 24 Bed Private Health Care Centre, Bintulu ,Sarawak.
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