Aya Hendieh
Cambridge ,United Kingdom
Summary
Architecture student with a strong foundation in architectural theory, design development, and technical detailing, currently completing a BA in Architecture at Anglia Ruskin University. Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite, with expertise in Photoshop and InDesign. Skilled in physical model making, retrofitting, and sustainable design strategies — including certified knowledge in Passive House standards.
Creative and detail-oriented, with a passion for blending sculptural forms and environmental performance in both residential and public space projects. Recognised for award-winning academic performance, hands-on pavilion construction, and the ability to adapt between conceptual thinking and real-world technical resolution. Known for strong communication, teamwork, and calm leadership under pressure, contributing positively to collaborative design environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Customer sales assistant
Homesense
Chelmsford, Essex
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided exceptional service, boosting repeat business rates.
- Resolved queries swiftly, contributing to positive customer experience.
- Built relationships with customers through friendly interaction and assistance.
- Delivered professional representation of brand during interactions with customers.
Customer communications executive
Stars Food
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Enhanced client relationships by delivering personalised communication strategies.
- Managed customer enquiries via phone, email, and social media platforms, ensuring a high level of satisfaction.
- Increased brand loyalty by designing and implementing an effective customer engagement strategy.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
Anglia Ruskin University
Chelmsford, Essex 09.2023 -
A-Levels - physics, mathematics, art and Arabic
Hills Road Sixth Form College
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire 09.2021 - 06.2023
GCSEs -
Chesterton Community College
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire 01.2019 - 06.2021
Skills
- Physical model building
- Architectural theory understanding
- Adobe Creative Cloud Mastery
- Calm under pressure
- Photoshop expertise
- Time management and organisation
- Renovation and restoration
- Creative visioning
- Communication skills
- Technical drawing
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Rhino
- Problem-solving
- Effective teamwork
Accomplishments
Design Progression Award – Year 1
Awarded by Anglia Ruskin University for outstanding development in architectural design, demonstrating creativity, technical improvement, and strong studio engagement throughout the first academic year.
Certification
Introduction to Passive House Design – Certified Workshop
Anglia Ruskin University (in collaboration with industry guest tutors)
Completed: March 2025
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- panting
- sketching
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Customer sales assistant
Homesense
09.2024 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
Anglia Ruskin University
09.2023 -
Customer communications executive
Stars Food
02.2022 - 08.2024
A-Levels - physics, mathematics, art and Arabic
Hills Road Sixth Form College
09.2021 - 06.2023
GCSEs -
Chesterton Community College
01.2019 - 06.2021
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