JAMES KAGIRI RUTHI
Northampton,Northamptonshire
Summary
Architect with over 10 years of professional experience across commercial, infrastructure, hospitality, and masterplanning projects in East Africa and internationally. Experienced in contributing to projects from concept through to construction, including design development, planning approvals, technical coordination, and on-site delivery. Key contributor to major developments including RUBiS Energy infrastructure rollout, large-scale retail expansions, aviation hangars, and hospitality-led design projects. Currently expanding professional practice within the UK architectural context, with experience working alongside UK-based architectural teams on international projects.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
Work history
UK
2024.01 - 2026.04
- Operations coordination, compliance, and stakeholder engagement while transitioning into UK architecture sector.
Freelance Architectural Assistant
Julian McIntosh Architects
London
2024.06 - 2024.10
- Worked on Kobisso Health Farm & Wellness Masterplan (Ghana).
- Developed spatial layouts, 3D massing, and planning strategies.
- Supported coordination with UK-based architect and consultants.
Architectural Assistant
Artisan Architects Ltd
Nairobi
2019.10 - 2024.01
- Delivered RUBiS Energy stations, CityMall Phase 03, and Loirien residential lodge.
- Produced drawings across concept, planning, and construction stages.
- Coordinated consultants, contractors, and client teams.
- Led site meetings and supported contract administration processes.
Architectural Assistant
Peter Thomas Associates Ltd
Nairobi
2019.07 - 2019.10
- Ensured drawing compliance with planning regulations and design intent.
Architectural Assistant / Technician
Urban Savannah Design Studio Ltd
Nairobi
2013.07 - 2019.01
- Worked on Everett Aviation Hangar projects (Tanzania & Kenya).
- Developed design concepts, drawings, and planning submissions.
- Liaised with authorities for approvals.
CAD Technician
Built-Berg Mansions Architects Ltd
Nairobi
2013.01 - 2013.06
- Produced and refined CAD drawings from design briefs.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture -
Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture and Technology
Diploma in Architecture - undefined
Nairobi Institute of Technology
Skills
- Architectural design & spatial planning
- Masterplanning & concept development
- Technical drawing production
- Multidisciplinary coordination
- Contract administration
- Site supervision & delivery
- ArchiCAD, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Lumion, Revit (basic), Vectorworks (basic), D5 Render
- Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Notion, ClickUp
Accomplishments
- Contributed to RUBiS Energy infrastructure rollout across Kenya.
- Delivered projects across commercial, infrastructure, and hospitality sectors.
- Worked on international projects in Ghana and Tanzania.
- Collaborated with UK-based architectural practice.
Affiliations
- Architectural Association of Kenya
- Licensed Architect (Kenya) – 2021
Timeline
Freelance Architectural Assistant
Julian McIntosh Architects
2024.06 - 2024.10
UK
2024.01 - 2026.04
Architectural Assistant
Artisan Architects Ltd
2019.10 - 2024.01
Architectural Assistant
Peter Thomas Associates Ltd
2019.07 - 2019.10
Architectural Assistant / Technician
Urban Savannah Design Studio Ltd
2013.07 - 2019.01
CAD Technician
Built-Berg Mansions Architects Ltd
2013.01 - 2013.06
Diploma in Architecture - undefined
Nairobi Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Architecture -
Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture and Technology