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JASSAR ALJASSAR

JASSAR ALJASSAR

Kuwait city,Kuwait

Summary

Profile

Architectural designer and design researcher with 8+ years of professional practice across architectural design, interior design, and construction delivery, and a strong academic background in research-led architectural design. Experience spans fieldwork, stakeholder engagement, adaptive reuse, sustainability-driven design, and data-supported environmental research. Currently developing a research trajectory focused on energy consumption, climate-responsive design, and neighbourhood-scale performance in hot-arid contexts.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal Designer / Project Lead

Mabarrah of Sabah Al Salem Community Centre
Kuwait
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed architectural and landscape strategies focused on regeneration, inclusivity, and long-term community value.
  • Re-imagined existing buildings to address contemporary social, cultural, and environmental needs, fostering community engagement and sustainability.
  • Executed adaptive reuse and revitalisation of large-scale development, enhancing functionality while preserving historical value.
  • Led stakeholder engagement processes, collaborating with community members, institutional partners, and users to inform design decisions and ensure project alignment with community aspirations.

Founder & Managing Director

Aljassar Architects
Kuwait city, Alsalhiya
02.2017 - Current
  • Founded and led an architectural practice delivering architectural design, interior design, and construction services.
  • Over 8 years of experience managing projects from concept design through technical documentation, site supervision, and handover.
  • Led residential, commercial, and community-focused projects with attention to sustainability, constructability, and client requirements.
  • Oversaw consultant coordination, contractor engagement, budgeting, and regulatory approvals.
  • Acted as primary liaison with clients, stakeholders, authorities, and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Integrated renewable energy considerations and sustainable material strategies as project scope permitted.

Teaching Assistant / Co-Teaching Support

Kuwait University — College of Architecture
Kuwait
01.2024 - 12.2025

ARCH305: Architectural Design Studio III.

  • Guided students through studio projects linked to real community needs.
  • Organised site visits, and guided tours of the Mabarrah project.
  • Arranged stakeholder meetings for students.
  • Delivered lectures, provided documentation, and gave detailed design feedback.

ARCH306: Architectural Design Studio IV.

  • Co-developed a sequel studio addressing direct stakeholder requirements.
  • Mentored students in advanced design development and professional presentation.

Additional contributions:

  • Facilitated internships for top-performing students within professional practice.
  • Supported students’ professional confidence, practical skills, and career development.
  • Provided one-to-one support to pupils requiring additional help, enhancing their learning outcomes.

Research Assistant - EMACET Project

British Council - Kuwait/ Cardiff University WSA
Cardiff/Kuwait
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Conducted multiple site visits for data collection and verification.
  • Assisted in the installation of environmental sensors and data-logging equipment.
  • Undertook detailed photographic documentation, building surveys, and precise on-site measurements.
  • Produced an accurate Revit as-built model of the mosque for research and analysis.
  • Supported multidisciplinary environmental research project on mosque performance in Kuwait, contributing to comprehensive understanding of environmental impacts.
  • Contributed to project deliverables through precise technical input and effective collaboration, enhancing overall project quality.
  • Developed questionnaires and surveys, collecting data pivotal to research outcomes.
  • Engaged with research participants, fostering rapport to ensure the collection of reliable data critical for research outcomes.
  • Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of research milestones.

Education

Master of Arts - Architectural Design Research/ Merit

Cardiff University
Cardiff
2024

Bachelor of Arts - Scenic Design GPA: 3.4/4.0

HIODA
Kuwait
2021

Skills

  • Project management
  • Architectural design
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Community collaboration
  • Sustainability practices
  • AutoCAD proficiency
  • Revit modeling
  • Illustration and typography
  • Photography
  • Digital illustration
  • Public speaking

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Proficient
C2
Japanese
Beginner
A1

Certification

  • Maxon Cinema 4D certified
  • Autodesk AutoCAD certified
  • Autodesk 3DS Max certified
  • Adobe Illustrator certified
  • Adobe Photoshop certified
  • Underwater Welder (Commercial Diver) certified

Interests

  • Sports Fishing
  • Arabic Calligraphy
  • Researching
  • Travel
  • Tennis

Timeline

Principal Designer / Project Lead

Mabarrah of Sabah Al Salem Community Centre
01.2024 - Current

Teaching Assistant / Co-Teaching Support

Kuwait University — College of Architecture
01.2024 - 12.2025

Research Assistant - EMACET Project

British Council - Kuwait/ Cardiff University WSA
01.2024 - 01.2025

Founder & Managing Director

Aljassar Architects
02.2017 - Current

Master of Arts - Architectural Design Research/ Merit

Cardiff University

Bachelor of Arts - Scenic Design GPA: 3.4/4.0

HIODA
JASSAR ALJASSAR