Sukanya Balaji

Experienced and results-driven Architect with over 5 years of experience in leading the design and delivery of 15+ diverse projects across diverse sectors. Dedicated to integrating sustainability and advanced computational tools for modelling, simulations, and analysis, aiming to contribute impactful architectural solutions to society.

Skilled in Revit Architecture, BIM 360 (ISO 19650), Dynamo, Navisworks, DiRoots, Environment, Rhinoceros 3D, Grasshopper, Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Forma, SketchUp, Enscape, Lumion, Twinmotion, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and Microsoft Suite.

2023

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER 

Spaceagency, London, United Kingdom

• Successfully delivered initial research and developed design language for the KPMG Headquarters project in Dublin.
• Prepared and presented exclusive analyses of wayfinding, decision points, and user journeys.

2020 

ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTANT 

Freelance, India

• Developed comprehensive architectural designs from conceptualisation to construction-ready stages for multiple projects, including His-Hideout Residence Remodelling and Evoor Temple Landscape proposal.
• Prepared and submitted approval drawings and assisted sanctioning from governing authorities. 
• Delivered detailed working drawings for joinery, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Oversaw innovative technical solutions for both structure and interior detailing, which resulted in a 35% increase in efficiency.
• Managed contract administration, performing weekly site reviews and generating field reports with photographic documentation.
• Generated project documentation, including Bills of Quantities (BOQ), all delivered drawings, and 3D visualisations.
• Conducted stage-wise supervision, supporting material acquisitions, and consultant coordination that improved execution quality by 20% within the first year.

2019

JUNIOR ARCHITECT 

Kumar Group Total Designers, India

• Led a team of 5+ professionals, including project engineers, draughtsmen, site supervisors, graphic designers, and interns.
• Assisted senior architect in managing, planning, coordinating, and supervising capital projects, including Polyclinic façade design, Commercial complex Cochin, and IOCL Udayamperoor, and achieved a 25% increase in team performance index.
• Designed and executed multiple private and government projects across residential, commercial, interiors, high-rise, and mixed-use sectors, including Choice Villa Housing Calicut, Asset High-Rise Apartments Cochin, and Klean Toilets Public Sanitation prototype.
• Supervised stage-wise delivery of sanction and working drawings, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
• Implemented regular site inspections, generating comprehensive deficiency lists and strategies for efficient management, resulting in a 30% increase in operational efficiency.
• Reviewed and approved contracts, shop drawings, and invoices to ensure accuracy and consistency in project deliverables.
• Coordinated and managed diverse consultants, including structural, MEP, HVAC, material vendors, and contractors.

2024 – 2025

BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING (BIM) 

NOVATR (Certified by Autodesk)

2021 – 2023

MASTERS IN ARCHITECTURE AND URBANISM, AADRL

Architectural Association (AA) School of Architecture, London, UK

2019 – 2021

MASTER OF ARTS IN PSYCHOLOGY 

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), India

2012 – 2017

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE 

University of Calicut, India