Omar Terkawi

Architectural Designer pursuing licensure in Texas with experience in residential, multifamily, and healthcare design. Skilled in developing design concepts, producing construction documentation, and delivering high-quality 3D visualizations for client presentations and project approvals. Experienced in land planning, hospital layout design, and coordinating with developers to align design, budget, and constructability.

Strong understanding of building systems, spatial planning, and NFPA code requirements

Founder/Architectural Designer at TERKAWI DESIGNS AND VISUALS LLC (2024-10 – Present)

• Deliver high-quality architectural renderings and design packages for developers, builders, and real estate professionals
• Translate conceptual ideas into visual presentations that support marketing, approvals, and client decision-making
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines

Project Architect (Contract) at Z-CO Developments (2024-11 – 2026-04)

• Designed multifamily condominium and build-to-rent apartment layouts, optimizing unit efficiency and market appeal
• Developed multiple floor plan configurations tailored to client requirements and target demographics
• Produced construction documentation supporting prefabrication workflows
• Led land planning and community design for a 152-unit residential development
• Designed and planned an acute care hospital, including functional layouts and department adjacencies
• Applied NFPA 99 & 101 codes in healthcare facility planning and design development
• Prepared architectural drawing packages for TDSHS submission and licensing approval

Architectural Designer / Production Drafter / 3D Visualization at Preston Wood & Associates (2024-06 – 2025-01)

• Designed single-family homes and townhomes from concept through production drawings
• Produced photorealistic renderings for spec home marketing and client presentations
• Developed detailed construction drawing sets for residential production

Project Architect (Contract) at Belize Development Partners (2023-04 – 2024-07)

• Designed hospitality and resort concepts, including master planning for a 36-lot community
• Developed architectural designs for villas, chalets, and shared community amenities
• Produced construction documentation for CMU-based structural systems
• Designed a 6-story condominium building with 35 unit layouts ranging from studios to two-bedroom

Architectural Designer at Kennedy Management Group (2022-04 – 2023-10)

• Designed single-family and townhome developments from concept through schematic phases
• Created high-quality renderings for marketing billboards and client presentations
• Assisted with construction budgeting and quantity takeoffs

Bachelor's degree in Architecture – BEIRUT ARAB UNIVERSITY (2016-08 – 2021-05)