Arfa Farookh

Collaboration & External Partnerships

• Coordinated multidisciplinary teams of architects, engineers, and contractors to deliver sustainability and renewable energy objectives
• Collaborated with external partners on joint demonstration and trial projects, contributing insights from site inspections and post-occupancy evaluations to guide future decarbonisation initiatives.
• Prepared and delivered technical analyses, compliance documentation, and structured briefings to internal and external stakeholders, influencing decision-making.

Engagement with Industrial, Commercial & Public Sector Organisations

• Worked with large industrial and commercial clients to promote low-carbon opportunities, ensuring compliance with UK and EU regulatory frameworks.
• Provided advice on renewable energy installations, including solar panels and hybrid heating systems, enabling organisations to reduce their carbon footprint.
• Produced detailed reports on current energy usage patterns and recommended efficient, cost-effective alternatives to support client sustainability pathways.

Project Leadership & Management

• Supported delivery of renewable energy workstreams, including hybrid heating, energy efficiency, and energy conservation projects, from research to implementation.
• Conducted energy modelling (DesignBuilder, BRUKL, TM54) and monitored system performance, making adjustments to optimise energy output and compliance.
• Managed multiple projects with time-bound objectives, ensuring adherence to budgets, legal frameworks, and approved specifications.
• Delivered impact assessments and policy monitoring reports to senior management, supporting organisational strategy and alignment with national decarbonisation goals.

• Project Leadership: Led a multidisciplinary team consisting of project managers, designers, and site workers in the successful execution of two large-scale corporate interior projects and residential projects.
• Produced 2D drawings for technical details, floor plans and 3D models. Produced final Good for Construction drawings for site.
• Oversaw all aspects of project delivery, from conceptualization and design development to construction administration and final handover to the client.
• Managed project schedules, budgets, and resources effectively to ensure timely completion and adherence to quality standards.
• Ensured accuracy and compliance with building codes and regulations.
• Project Details: Project 1: Spearheaded the design and execution of a 16,000 square feet corporate office space for renowned brands Kingfisher and Heineken for their headquarters in the city of Bangalore. Collaborated closely with clients to understand their vision and requirements, translating them into innovative design solutions that reflected the brand identity and promoted productivity.
• Project 2: Directed the transformation of a 24,000 square feet office space into a dynamic and functional environment tailored to the specific needs of the client. Implemented efficient space planning strategies and integrated branded elements to enhance the overall user experience.
• Business Development: Concurrently served as a business development executive, actively identifying and pursuing new business opportunities for the firm.
• Cultivated relationships with potential clients, architects, contractors, and industry partners through networking events, presentations, and client meetings.
• Developed compelling proposals, presentations, and marketing materials to showcase the firm's capabilities and expertise in corporate interior design and execution.

• Design Development: Assisted in the development of design concepts for large-scale corporate office spaces and hospitality interiors. Participated in brainstorming sessions, contributed ideas, and created preliminary sketches and renderings to visualize design concepts.
• Technical Drawings: Supported the drafting team in producing detailed architectural drawings, including floor plans, elevations, sections, and construction details using AutoCAD and REVIT.
• Site Visits and Surveys: Accompanied senior architects' on-site visits to corporate office spaces and hospitality venues for surveys and assessments. Assisted in documenting existing conditions, taking measurements, and analyzing spatial constraints.
• Software Proficiency: Developed proficiency in architectural software such as Autodesk Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite, enhancing my ability to create 3D models, presentations, and visualizations.