Nela-Mihaela Andries
London,UK
Summary
Passionate Architectural Designer with experience in working with various 2D and 3D softwares, eager to have a take on new challenges. Interested in general and architectural history, with the goal of blending them into ideal, functional solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Architect
Ash Sakula Architects
London
2025.03 - 2025.05
- Conducted technical expertise on profitable housing typologies
- Implemented sustainable building practices, promoting environmental responsibility.
- Innovated traditional architectural concepts, resulting in unique modern structures.
- England Heritage sites in-depth research
- Assisted junior architects in their projects, fostering a learning environment at work.
- Utilised 3D modelling software to create visual representations of architectural concepts for client review.
Financial analyst
Hilton
Dartford, Kent
2024.06 - 2025.02
- Ensured financial accuracy by carrying out detailed audits.
- Tracked tax, invoicing and budget information accurately using QuickBooks.
- Tracked down irregularities in accounting records, ensured accurate bookkeeping standards were maintained.
- Worked closely with finance team, guaranteed accurate fiscal reporting.
Architectural Designer
Freelance
London, United Kingdom
2024.01 - Current
- Conducted market research for informed design decisions.
- Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference and incorporated desires into designs.
- Achieved unique, bespoke interior schemes through considered client collaboration.
Architect
MODUL 82
Sibiu, Romania
2023.09 - 2023.12
- Survey collaborator
- Calculated measurements, dimensions and material data for design plans.
- Redesigned existing building structures to incorporate new features and structural elements matching clients' changing needs.
Architectural drafter
112PATRIMONIU (THE ROMANIAN ORDER OF ARCHITECTS)
Bucharest, Romania
2022.11 - 2023.09
- Finalised drafts using 2D and 3D sketching to establish finishing touches.
- Calculated measurements, dimensions and material data for design plans.
- Prepared documentation for regulatory approvals in alignment with project timelines.
- Monitored team performance, providing constructive feedback and recognition where due.
Architect
Starh A.C.D
Bucharest, Romania
2020.10 - 2023.07
- Put together project documents and reports.
- Worked with latest drafting software to create fresh, accurate project drawings.
- Conducted thorough site surveys, informing design process effectively.
- Resolved complex technical issues during construction, averting potential delays.
- Ensured compliance with local building regulations by meticulous planning and execution.
Architectural assistant
Starh A.C.D
Bucharest, Romania
2019.05 - 2020.09
- International design competition collaborator
- Followed specifications and calculations to create various technical drawings.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings accurately for reliable quality assessments.
- Established detailed production schedule to meet project deadline.
Student representative
UAUIM
Bucharest, Romania
2019.10 - 2020.10
- Acted as key contact between staff and fellow students regarding class health and safety, facilities and student welfare needs.
- Assisted students in identifying issues and receiving services to assist personal circumstances.
- Attended meetings to discuss core policy issues and legislative plans.
- Provided representation to improve course offerings for students.
Teaching assistant
AB 0494
Bucharest, Bucharest
2017.09 - 2018.09
- Created detailed technical drawings outlining key engineering specifications.
- Evaluated construction design information such as detail and assembly drawings, design calculations, system layouts and sketches or specifications.
- Delivered diversified lesson plans under teacher direction, offering one-on-one support for struggling students.
- Used positive reinforcement with art assignments to help underperforming students increase confidence and self-esteem.
Education
MArch - Architecture
Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urbanism
Bucharest 2020.10 - 2023.07
BArch - Architecture
Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urbanism
Bucharest 2017.10 - 2020.07
Foundation Degree in Arts - Architecture
Intensive Technical Drawing Course Coord. Arch. Al
2016.01 - 2017.07
A-Levels -
National College of Informatics
2013.09 - 2017.07
Summer Course Qualification - Aviation
Heathrow Aviation Academy
First Aider - Health/Emergency situations
British Red Cross First Aid Course
London 2024.12 - 2024.12
Skills
- Vectorworks
- Autodesk
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- 3D Modelling
- Programming languages proficiency
- Advanced IT literate
- Multilingual
- Finance control
- First Aider
Languages
Romanian
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
French
Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Proficient (C2)
Italian
Upper intermediate (B2)
Korean
Intermediate (B1)
Accomplishments
- Klarent Hospitality Unsung Heroes 2024 prize
- DN3C Park International Architecture Competition, 1st Place
- Brașov Central Square International Architecture Competition, 1st Place
- Bună Ziua Park International Architecture Competition Cluj-Napoca, 2nd Place
- Cluj-Napoca Comprehensive Transplant Centre International Architecture Competition, 3rd Place
- Small house, nest house Competition, 3rd Place
- Proposal for liturgical furniture for Notre Dame de Paris
- Horia Creangă. A monography, Research through architecture prize
Publications
- Horia Creangă. A monography.
- yet | încă (Starh ACD archieve)
- L'Essenziale Studio Journal Vol.2
- Chiese Contemporanee Associazione Pantaleone Otranto
Exhibitions
- Europalia "Archives vivantes pour Bucarest"
- The Architecture Annual, Ideas for the center of Bucharest / Stories of future houses Department of Design Basics
- The Architecture Annual, Art Deco Modernism Bucharest
Timeline
Architect
Ash Sakula Architects
2025.03 - 2025.05
First Aider - Health/Emergency situations
British Red Cross First Aid Course
2024.12 - 2024.12
Financial analyst
Hilton
2024.06 - 2025.02
Architectural Designer
Freelance
2024.01 - Current
Architect
MODUL 82
2023.09 - 2023.12
Architectural drafter
112PATRIMONIU (THE ROMANIAN ORDER OF ARCHITECTS)
2022.11 - 2023.09
Architect
Starh A.C.D
2020.10 - 2023.07
MArch - Architecture
Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urbanism
2020.10 - 2023.07
Student representative
UAUIM
2019.10 - 2020.10
Architectural assistant
Starh A.C.D
2019.05 - 2020.09
BArch - Architecture
Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urbanism
2017.10 - 2020.07
Teaching assistant
AB 0494
2017.09 - 2018.09
Foundation Degree in Arts - Architecture
Intensive Technical Drawing Course Coord. Arch. Al
2016.01 - 2017.07
A-Levels -
National College of Informatics
2013.09 - 2017.07
Summer Course Qualification - Aviation
Heathrow Aviation Academy