Nora Said

Architectural Assistant and Junior Interior Designer with over 4 years of experience supporting residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects across the UK and Middle East. Skilled in producing detailed CAD drawings, 3D models, and visual presentations using Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Lumion. Brings a strong foundation in visual communication and digital design from prior graphic design experience, contributing to high-quality project presentations and client engagement.

Junior Interior Designer at Aisha Subhani Design (2025-03 – Present)

• Assisted in the design and delivery of residential and commercial interior projects across London and Dubai, contributing to concept development through to final execution.
• Produced detailed technical drawings and floor plans using AutoCAD and created 3D models and visualisations in SketchUp, delivering high-quality renders.
• Developed mood boards, material palettes, and spatial layouts aligned with client briefs, resulting in consistently positive client feedback and repeat business.
• Managed multiple design tasks simultaneously, supporting up to 4 projects at different stages while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Conducted site visits and assisted with installations, ensuring design intent was executed accurately and resolving on-site issues efficiently.

Architectural Assistant & Interior Designer at Freelance (2022-01 – Present)

• Collaborated with architectural practices across the UK and Middle East on residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, supporting concept design, documentation, and visual presentation stages.
• Designed concept boards, design layouts, and high-quality renderings that effectively communicated design intent and project vision.
• Produced detailed architectural drawings, 3D models, and visualisations using Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Assisted with interior design concepts and spatial planning, ensuring aesthetic coherence, functionality, and alignment with client expectations.
• Supported the preparation of planning and technical documentation, maintaining accuracy and compliance with local regulations and project standards.
• Demonstrated excellent communication and teamwork abilities, collaborating effectively across multi-disciplinary and international teams to meet tight deadlines.
• Maintained strong attention to detail, ensuring precision across all drawings, visualisations, and submissions.

Architectural Assistant at CAS Architecture Practice (2021-01 – 2023-12)

• Assisted in designing residential and commercial projects.
• Produced detailed CAD drawings and 3D models for planning applications.
• Conducted site visits and supported project presentations and visualisations.

RIBA Mentoring Scheme at Studio PDP (2019-05 – 2020-11)

• Selected to take part in a professional mentoring scheme, shadowing qualified architects across live residential and mixed-use projects.
• Observed design development from concept to planning stages, gaining insight into studio workflows, client coordination, and project delivery.
• Gained first-hand exposure to professional practice standards, collaborative working, and day-to-day responsibilities of architectural teams.
• Strengthened understanding of architectural processes, communication within a studio environment, and career development within practice.

BA (Hons) in Architecture – London South Bank University (2020)

A Levels in Fine Art, Economics, Philosophy & Ethics, EPQ – Haggerston Sixth Form (2017)

GCSEs in 8 GCSEs – Haggerston School (2015)