Samantha Ahmed

Architectural Designer

Phone:

718.288.6952

Email:

ahmed.samantha@gmail.com

Address:

45 Brookhaven Dr
Sound Beach, NY 11789

Date of Birth:

February 15th, 1987

A Bit About Me

Architectural Designer with a Master of Architecture and a strong foundation in physical fabrication, retail display production, and event design. Combines deep hands-on knowledge of wood shop craftsmanship, material capabilities, and full-scale construction with advanced spatial design principles. Proven track record of bridging the gap between digital architectural concepts and practical, buildable structures. Seeking to leverage dual degrees in Interior Design and Architecture to deliver highly functional, detailed, and innovative design solutions.

Work Experience

July 2024 - July 2026

Generated comprehensive Construction Document (CD) sets and technical layouts in Revit and AutoCAD for top-tier residential projects valued up to $30M+.
Streamlined firm workflows by designing custom templates, standardized families, and structural/MEP coordination layouts.
Authored highly accurate 3D models and high-end renderings using Revit and SketchUp to curate interior material palettes and secure client approval during board reviews.
Applied hands-on fabrication and woodshop expertise to design buildable millwork, interior details, and custom built-ins, resolving structural constructability issues early in schematic design.
Coordinated cross-functional project execution from SD through CA by reviewing fabricator shop drawings, researching ADA/local zoning codes, and collaborating directly with engineers and vendors.

May 2023 - May 2024

Conducted comprehensive site surveys of existing conditions for high-end renovation projects and produced interior schematic designs utilizing Rhino, SketchUp, and Enscape.
Curated interior lookbooks, designed custom furniture and millwork elements (kitchen/bath), and managed plumbing specifications and schedules.
Delivered precise CD drawings for both architectural and interior scopes, ensuring strict alignment with project design intent.
Assisted with Construction Administration (CA) workflows, including general contractor correspondence, client/Owner's Rep meetings, and submittal reviews.

December 2021 - October 2022

Transformed physical hand sketches by the Principal Architect into detailed digital floor plans and architectural elevations.
Prepared Architectural Review Board (ARB) and building permit drawing sets for ALT-I and ALT-II residential and commercial projects.
Conducted extensive zoning and building code research to ensure compliance for Nassau County and NYC-based projects.
Managed Department of Buildings (DOB) submission forms and tracked approvals to accelerate project timelines.