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Ashlesha Baruah

Ashlesha Baruah

Architect
Bangalore

Summary

Dedicated Architect with 11+ years of experience and history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
7
7
Languages

Work History

Design Principal

Unacademy
Bangalore
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Supported offline design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes and 3D computer models
  • Researched and implemented licensing requirements in alignment with legal and regulatory controls
  • Coordinated technical requirements, scheduling and solution development for design and worked with fabricators to test prototypes and develop production processes
  • Developed product designs and evaluated project feasibility based on material, equipment and labor expenses
  • Drafted documentation detailing design requirements and technical specifications
  • Mitigated risks with smooth Integration of environmental and safety regulations
  • Selected sustainable production materials in alignment with client budget parameters
  • Created CAD drawings using AutoCad to convey manufacturing and production configurations
  • Tested and analyzed equipment design and performance feasibility to determine potential ROI

Assistant Manager - Design

Puma Sports India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
04.2021 - 11.2021
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence
  • Strengthened operational efficiency to remain cost-effective while maintaining quality service
  • Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits
  • Ideated, designed and planned spaces/stores of areas ranging from 1500 sq. ft. to 35000 sq. ft.
  • Designed space with 2D layout options, elevations and 3D renders and walkthrough for approval
  • Implemented revisions as per site requirements and liaised with team on-site for designs and execution of designs
  • Partnered with brand team for creatives & external facades, managed design and implementations including approvals from the concerned stakeholders

Assistant Manager - Projects

Lenskart.com
Delhi
09.2018 - 04.2021
  • Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets
  • Escalated incidents to next level to remain compliant with company's standards and procedures
  • Handled over 350 Company owned (COCO) and Franchisee (FOFO) stores ranging from 300 sq. ft. to 4000 sq. ft.
  • Mentored and guided design team to enhance performance and exceed expectations
  • Supported project execution team and department leaders by completing projects and problem resolution under tight budgets and schedule demands
  • Built successful project plans covering objectives, resources and staffing to meet schedules
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays

Architect

Hidesign India Pvt. Ltd
Pondicherry
08.2017 - 05.2018
  • Consulted with CEO to determine functional and spatial requirements of upcoming stores and renovations of over 40 stores, ranging from 300 sq. ft. to 4000 sq. ft. Pan India, Indonesia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and USA (flagship and company owned stores)
  • Devised overall strategy for documentation and identified as-built designs and final building information models (BIM)
  • Coordinated with clients, consultants and contractors during construction and communicated with vendors and contractors to incorporate input into project designs
  • Performed complex architectural and design assignments, applying innovative architectural design concepts and advanced professional knowledge
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters and created, printed and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit
  • Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects
  • Completed comprehensive code compliance evaluations to scrutinize projects against established architectural criteria

Deputy Manager - Design and Development

Kohler India Pvt. Ltd
Gurgaon
01.2016 - 07.2017
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results for design and execution of 85+ stores, ranging from 300 sq. ft. to 5000 sq. ft. in Southeast Asia and sub-Saharan Africa, Artist Edition Stores and first Kohler Experience Centre in India
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement and redesigned existing outlets to accommodate new product launches
  • Managed design and inception of all new retail outlets and used retail design manual
  • Conducted internal store audits to ensure quality and adherence to timelines

Assistant Manager - Store Design

Bharti Retail Pvt. Ltd./Walmart
Gurgaon
12.2014 - 01.2016
  • Relay of 5 Compact Hyper-Marts
  • Layout, Planning & Design of 2 Proposed Compact Hyper Marts
  • Conceptualization and detailing of 160+ Discount Small Format Store and Large Format Stores
  • Development of different prototypes for Compact Hyper Marts, Discount Small Format Stores and Large Format Stores
  • Compiled financial data to comply with budget
  • Conducted weekly staff meetings to address concerns and questions, plan improvements and evaluate progress toward goals
  • Developed strategies to increase sales and drive profits
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace

Architect

ATS Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd.
Noida
06.2012 - 12.2014
  • Projects worked on:

1. ATS Advantage, Indirapuram: High Rise- 24 Acres-high End Housing

2. ATS One Hamlet, Noida: High Rise Housing- 14.5 Acres

3. ATS Golfshire, Dera Bassi: High Rise Housing- 9 Acres

4. ATS Jeevan Geet, Bulandshahr: Low-Cost Housing

5. Commercial: IT campus for Jahnavi Information Technology ltd

6. Documentation for the Apartment Act for ATS Village, ATS Indirapuram and ATS One Hamlet

  • Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure
  • Devised overall strategy for documentation and identified as-built designs and final building information models (BIM)
  • Conducted pre-planning studies for new construction and renovations to buildings and facilities that included specialized functions
  • Coordinated with clients, consultants and contractors during construction

Education

Master of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication

Sikkim Manipal University
Manipal
08.2014 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture And Planning

Amity School of Architecture And Planning
Noida
08.2006 - 05.2011

Skills

    Layout design

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Accomplishments

    Star Performer - Lenskart.com (Sep 2020)

    Retail Design of the Year - VM&RD Retail Design Awards (Nov 2016)

    Part of the in-house creative team to win a cross-industry award for excellence in boutique retail design for a Kohler flagship store in Delhi NCR

    Employee of the Month - Bharti Retail Limited (Easyday) (Aug 2014)

Certification

Autodesk Revit Certified Professional Certification - Autodesk

Work Availability

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Quote

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney

Timeline

Design Principal

Unacademy
11.2021 - 11.2022

Assistant Manager - Design

Puma Sports India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2021 - 11.2021

Assistant Manager - Projects

Lenskart.com
09.2018 - 04.2021

Architect

Hidesign India Pvt. Ltd
08.2017 - 05.2018

Deputy Manager - Design and Development

Kohler India Pvt. Ltd
01.2016 - 07.2017

Assistant Manager - Store Design

Bharti Retail Pvt. Ltd./Walmart
12.2014 - 01.2016

Master of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication

Sikkim Manipal University
08.2014 - 12.2016

Architect

ATS Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd.
06.2012 - 12.2014

Registered Architect - Council of Architecture - India (CA/2012/55572)

05-2012

Autodesk Revit Certified Professional Certification - Autodesk

08-2008

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture And Planning

Amity School of Architecture And Planning
08.2006 - 05.2011
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