Yousef Khoja

Architect @ King AbdulAziz University

About

PhD student in Architecture and Interior Design, specializing in user experience and the psychological impact of design. My research focuses on how spatial design influences users, particularly in educational environments and school design. Passionate about creating human-centered spaces that enhance learning and well-being.

Country

United Kingdom

City

Manchester Area

Industry

Architecture & Planning

Skill

Facility Management (FM), Project Implementation, Decision-Making, Design Research, Microsoft Office, Vendor Management, Construction Documentation, Material Selection, Lighting Design, Time & Attendance, Public Speaking, Project Planning, Project Commissioning, Documentation, Scheduling, Operations Management, Process Improvement , 3D Perspective Views, AutoCAD tools, Space Planning

Experience

Architect

King AbdulAziz University

2019-10 - 2026-1 · 6 yrs 4 mos

Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦

⬜Ensured construction detail documentation adhered to quality assurance and best practice standards. ⬜Developed planning applications for projects, reviewing and aligning requirements to optimize for approvals. ⬜Conducted regular reviews of goals and objectives with project management and design team. ⬜Prepared project sketches, structural drawings, and specifications, integrating complex structural, mechanical, and aesthetic elements into final designs. ⬜Utilized AutoCAD and Revit to create, print, and modify drawings. ⬜Negotiated with clients and suppliers to deliver cost-effective plans and solutions.

Interior Designer

Freelance

2019-1 - 2020-1 · 1 yr 1 mo

Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦

⬜Collaborated with clients to assess decoration needs and define project scopes, encompassing space planning, layout, and color schemes. ⬜Transformed uninspiring spaces into warm and inviting living areas through the strategic use of lighting fixtures, materials, and products. ⬜Utilized AutoCAD tools to craft customized proposals aligned with client budgets, preferences, and timelines. ⬜Conceptualized space planning and curated color palettes and material presentations. ⬜Created floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation, ensuring continuous client input. ⬜Produced and communicated detailed design plans using CAD software.