Mariam Usmani

High-performing BSc Architecture graduate from Queen's University Belfast, focused on technology-driven design that explores socially responsive and accessible architecture.

Design Intern at IA INTERIOR ARCHITECTS (2025-06 – 2025-08)

• Developed key client-facing communications on company methodology and process for a design proposal.
• Rapidly self-taught and applied Revit to construct test-fits for major commercial client offices' workplace design schemes.
• Conducted presentations on personal design thinking and portfolio to wider studio during an internal knowledge-sharing session.

Design Intern at FACE ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN (2022-08 – 2022-08)

• Designed and pitched a proposal for a luxury hotel in Dubai, working directly with the lead architect.
• Developed design software skills for modelling, using Rhino3D, alongside Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Collaborated on visualisations and presentation material to support design development.

Design Intern at P&T ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS LTD (2021-12)

• Produced floor plans based on client feedback to improve technical knowledge.
• Conducted detailed analysis of built projects with professional mentors to understand strengths and improvements of design.
• Delivered high-quality hand-drawn sketches and technical drawings, strengthening design communication.

Bachelor of Science in Architecture in Architecture – QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST (2023-09 – 2026-06)

A Levels in Physics, Maths, Art, EPQ (Biophilic Design in Architecture) – KINGS SCHOOL AL BARSHA (2021-09 – 2023-07)