Hajir Hidaji

Architectural Designer with 7 years of international residential design experience, including concept development, spatial planning, design documentation, client coordination, and construction supervision. Experienced in delivering residential projects from early design stages through construction execution, with strong skills in architectural visualization, façade design, and design communication.

Background includes collaboration with architectural studios as well as independent project leadership, with practical experience coordinating permits, utilities, contractors, and on-site implementation. Currently based in Calgary and transitioning into Canadian architectural practice, seeking to contribute design thinking, technical adaptability, and strong residential project experience within a collaborative architectural team.

Co-Founder / Lead Architectural Design Collaborator - NIAD OFFICE

(2021-01 - 2023-12)

• Co-founded a collaborative residential architectural design studio.
• Led residential projects from concept design through construction execution.
• Developed floor plans, façade design, spatial layouts, and design documentation.
• Managed client communication, design presentations, approvals, utilities coordination, and construction implementation.
• Supervised contractors, trades, site safety, and execution quality.

Architectural Design Collaborator - NES OFFICE

(2018-01 - 2021-12)

• Collaborated on residential design projects including concept development, schematic design, documentation, and visual presentations.
• Produced plans, elevations, sections, and architectural sketches.
• Supported site analysis and client presentation development.

Independent Architectural Designer (Freelance Projects) - Self-Employed

(2018-01 - 2026-12)

• Delivered independent residential architectural projects from concept through construction supervision.
• Managed client relationships, design development, permit documentation, and execution coordination.

Master's Degree - Architecture - Azad University, Iran (2020-12)