Alia Abdelghaffar

Master of Architecture graduate with international academic experience across Cairo, the UK, Canada, and Italy. Strong in concept development, spatial thinking, and technical resolution. Skilled in digital design and visualization tools with a disciplined and organized approach to work. Focused on producing architecture that engages experience, inclusivity, and cultural context.

Architectural Assistant - A2G2 Architects - Cairo, Egypt

(2025-02 - 2026-05)

• Produced BIM 360 Revit models and AutoCAD plan drawings
• Created renderings in Lumion and 3Ds Max
• Developed material palette/mood board concepts and client presentations

Architectural Assistant (Co-op) - Diamond Schmitt Architects - Toronto, ON

(2024-05 - 2024-10)

• Developed schematic design for the SHN Education Centre using Revit, Twinmotion, and Enscape
• Compiled the SD report in InDesign and Illustrator
• Produced 3D physical models using Rhino laser cutting and 3D printing

Graduate Teaching Assistant - ARCH126 Environmental Building Design - University of Waterloo - Waterloo, ON

(2024-01 - 2025-05)

• Led tutorials
• Supported students with coursework
• Provided feedback on assignments
• Assisted with grading

Summer Intern - CLUSTER Cairo - Cairo, Egypt

(2022-06 - 2022-08)

• Mapped informal industries in a Cairo informal settlement
• Produced DWG and InDesign files
• Updated the Creative Urban Initiative Online Platform (CUIP)
• Assisted on the Port Said Cosmopolitan Heritage Exhibition

Summer Intern - Dar El Handasah Consultants - Cairo, Egypt

(2021-06 - 2021-08)

• Completed a Revit course and applied Revit skills in practice

Master of Architecture - Architecture - University of Waterloo (2023-09 - 2026-06)

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture - University of Sheffield (2020-09 - 2023-07)

International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) - General Education - Hayah International Academy (2016-09 - 2020-06)