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Jumana Aslam

Edinburgh
Jumana Aslam

Summary

Versatile designer with expertise in both interior design and UI/UX design. Strong background in creating functional, beautiful spaces that meet clients' needs. Deep understanding of user-centred design principles and best practices for creating engaging digital experiences. Passionate about designing products and spaces that delight users and exceed expectations.

Overview

2
years of professional experience
2
Certification

Work History

Freelance
Edinburgh

UI/UX Designer
04.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Integrated UI features complying with prescribed code standards and technical design guidelines.
  • Used theAgile Scrum model to deliver solutions with a high level of flexibility and adaptability.
  • Improved and expanded project platforms using JavaScript to develop rich User Interfaces.
  • Worked closely with UX and product teams to define visual and functional requirements.
  • Tested websites at different design and production stages to assess conformance with designs
  • Managed cohesive design quality across 4 projects, adhering to prescribed themes and functional choices
  • Presented UX designs and solutions to senior staff, evangelizing for user-centric design decisions

Freelance
Edinburgh

Interior Designer
01.2017 - Current

Job overview

  • Performed as a architect and dealt with many commercial interior design projects and some residential interior designs
  • Developed suitable furniture designs for residential interiors and delivered technical drawings.
  • Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals.
  • Applied green building and environmental design into business and residential projects.
  • Utilized computer-aided design (CAD) software to create plans and mockups of room layouts
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation
  • Obtained user feedback and utilized design software to generate unique and innovative samples
  • Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications

Oculus Design

Junior Architect
01.2020 - 12.2020

Job overview

  • Researched zoning laws and building codes to verify conformance with regulatory agencies.
  • Designed and drafted project blueprints.
  • Performed complex architectural and design assignments, applying innovative architectural design concepts and advanced professional knowledge.
  • Filed construction permits to receive approval from local municipalities.
  • Managed projects from concept through delivery.
  • Determined project costs and produced detailed estimates.
  • Prepared detailed fee estimates used to coordinate with architect-engineering firms for design services.
  • Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
  • Determined project costs and produced detailed estimates
  • Designed and drafted project blueprints

ZED Walls Architecture

Intern Architect
01.2018 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Created detailed plans for construction projects within equipment specifications and budgeting.
  • Analyzed and applied new technologies to improve functionality of designs.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to improve structure sustainability and design.
  • Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.
  • Refined conceptual designs into detailed plans by adding floor plans, elevations and section drawings.
  • Designed custom furniture adapted to floor plans, working closely with multiple furniture vendors.

KGD Architecture

Intern Architect
01.2017 - 12.2017

Job overview

  • Created detailed plans for construction projects within equipment specifications and budgeting.
  • Analyzed and applied new technologies to improve functionality of designs.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to improve structure sustainability and design.
  • Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.

Education

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland

Master of Arts from Architecture & Design
09.2022

University Overview

  • Dissertation: Multicultural architecture -
    Modernization of a public library

Al-Salama Institute of Architecture
Kerala, India

Bachelor of Architecture (B.ARCH) from Architecture
03.2019

University Overview

  • Thesis Paper: Design Paradigm for industires-
    Scrap Recycling Plant.

Skills

  • Visual Design
  • CAD Drafting
  • Revit
  • Process Design
  • Detail Drawings
  • Interior Architectural Detailing
  • Proficiency in SketchUp
  • Presentation Board Development
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Lumion (3D Rendering Software)
  • Photoshop Knowledge
  • Proficient in Adobe Illustrator
  • Figma (Design Software)

Certification

  • Professional In Building Design, CADD Centre Training Services Pvt Ltd. - 2018, https://rb.gy/nziy
  • Complete Web & Mobile Designer in 2023: UI/UX, Figma, Udemy - 2022, https://www.udemy.com/certificate/UC-0d938637-cce1-4b40-8a80-db1dc66423b3/

Timeline

UI/UX Designer
Freelance
04.2022 - Current
Junior Architect
Oculus Design
01.2020 - 12.2020
Intern Architect
ZED Walls Architecture
01.2018 - 12.2018
Interior Designer
Freelance
01.2017 - Current
Intern Architect
KGD Architecture
01.2017 - 12.2017
Heriot-Watt University
Master of Arts from Architecture & Design
Al-Salama Institute of Architecture
Bachelor of Architecture (B.ARCH) from Architecture
Jumana Aslam