شارون Dsouza

Victoria - District 7, Meydan
Client - Azizi
- Design development of four high rise (G+14+R) residential towers in line for municipality submission and approvals.
- Design review conducted for Phase 1 residential towers prototypes to identify construction buildabilty issues and risks in order to mitigate future design conflicts in design development output.
- Improvisation of concept design layouts and elevations in line with the main stakeholders requirements to achieve maximum sellability ratios while balancing aesthetic and functional features.
- Liasing with the AoR team on resubmissions of Detailed Design packages following DM reviews.
- Concept design layouts and configuration of two mid rise residential towers (G+8) on individual plots.

W Hotel and Residences
Client - Al Sharq Investment
- Responsibilities involved handling coordination of basebuild works on high profile F&B venues
-Coordination between 3rd party interior and MEP consultants assigned to the tenancies
- Liasing with the AoR team on communicating the process of fitout approvals to all stakeholders
- Responding to tender queries from contractors on basebuild and ID interface.

Dubai Hills Mall
Client - Emaar
- Tender query clarification and sorting design packages for tender.
- Managing architecture and ID coordination between technical and subconsultant teams.
- Managing successful delivery of coordinated LOD packages for tenant pricing and fitout works.
- Concept design proposals and feasibility assessment for future expansion plans.

Tilal Mall & Hotel, Sharjah
Client - Semi Government Entity
- Presentation of mall concept design and design feasibility studies to the client.
- Successful delivery of the schematic design stage of the project
- Presentation of CGI options of the external and internal concept designs
- Managing and leading coordination between the various stakeholders and lead architect.

Jaguar Landrover Experience Centre, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Client - Jaguar Landrover
- Presentation of concept design in line with the brand's global standards.
- Successful delivery of the Detailed design packages and specifications for tender.
- Leading design coordination between technical and architectural team.
- Project cost estimation and offering of cost saving options as a value proposition.

- Involved in the design management of a mixed use development consisting of a hotel and high end apartment buildings.
- Involved in the design development of leisure projects such as a Golf academy located in Saadiyat Island.
- Responsible for managing the Hotel design development stage from concept till construction
- Responsible in guiding the design through site supervision and monitoring the progress of the project at site.
- Responsible for liasing and coordinating between key consultants involved in the projects and communicating with the client on the progress of the project at site as well as during the design phase.
- Responsible for communicating with governing bodies and municipality officials to obtain permits and approvals
- Experienced in taking decisions and suggesting initiatives to manage tasks better
- Experienced in managing and monitoring a team effectively.

- Preparation of architectural layouts for residential homes and townhouses
- Involved in design of facades and architectural wall details
- Directly involved in design of atleast 5 types of unique architectural layouts and also worked on redesign and layout extensions for existing residences.
- Involved in presentations to clients and preparation of presentation boards.
- Designed interior fit out details for various residential projects and liased with local suppliers for details on procurement and installation for interior fit out.
- Involved in site supervision of display home construction as well as construction of residential homes.

- Preparation of town planning presentation of residential townhouses
- Involved in design of new residences as well as redesign and extensions to existing residences.
- Preparation of architectural details and issue of construction documentation packages
- Liasing with local councils to obtain planning and building permits and communicating with clients on the status of their permit applications
- Liasing with building material suppliers to organise presentations to the clients on use of various building products and interior fixtures
- Involved in the design of some commercial and industrial projects such as coffeeshops, small retail shops and warehouses.

- Assigned as assistant architect to prepare architectural drawings for living and working quarters for offshore platforms.
- Involved in the design of living quarters and leisure areas for permanent and contracted staff.
-Involved in preparation of interior schemes and review of drawings based on safety standards and fire protection strategy.
- Designed layouts of three levels of offices with a common dining hall and recreational centre
- Assisted in selection and preparation of presentation boards for interior finishes and materials compliant with fire fighting standards and thermal protection.
- Coordination with MEP consultants to align architectural details with ventilation and fire fighting requirements.