Uthman Akhmimi

Project Architectural Designer with 5+ years of experience in design, construction documents, permitting, and project coordination. Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit with strong knowledge of California building codes.

Project Architect/Manager | Permit Expeditor | Designer - Classical Progression Inc. - Los Angeles, CA

(2025-01 - 2026-12)

Served as project architect leading the end-to-end design, new construction, permitting, and reconstruction of three fire-destroyed single-family homes across the city of Los Angeles. Led all project phases, from initial concept development and structural planning to construction documentation, consultant coordination, and direct liaison with the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). Secured full municipal building permits while navigating complex fire-safety standards and zoning codes, delivering resilient, modern, cost-effective residential solutions optimized for existing site constraints.

• 1365 N Marietta Road, Los Angeles
• 1100 Embury St, Los Angeles
• 435 Beirut Ave, Los Angeles

Project Architect | Permit Expeditor | Designer - ADU Express LLC - Los Angeles, CA

(2026-01 - 2026-12)

Spearheaded multifamily development projects focused on creating affordable housing investments by maximizing lot utilization for Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) additions. Successfully managed over 10 projects, strategically designing and adding 6 to 9 ADUs per site in strict compliance with city zoning and building codes. Navigated the municipal permitting process to secure approvals and permits for all ADU developments, significantly increasing overall property investment value.

• Multifamily Housing & ADU Expansion Project - Executed the architectural planning for a high-density multifamily expansion, doubling the site density by adding 8 new units to an existing 8-unit property. Designed a new 1,017 SF detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) alongside 7 proposed attached micro-ADUs (ranging from 178 SF to 309 SF) to maximize the lot's investment value. Seamlessly integrated the proposed additions with three existing residential buildings (totaling 2,840 SF), ensuring opt
• 14-Unit Multifamily Expansion - Developed plans for six new detached, two-story ADUs, seamlessly integrating them with an existing 8-unit (5,562 SF) residential property to maximize lot utilization.
• 18-Unit Multifamily Expansion (Paramount, CA) - Doubled property density on a 14,968 SF lot by successfully designing and planning 8 detached ADUs and 1 attached ADU to complement the pre-existing structures.

Freelance Architect - Independent Freelancing Work through Upwork - Los Angeles, CA

(2022-01 - 2024-12)

• 11438 Sunshine Terraces | Los Angeles | 2022-23 - Performed full permit drafting, conducted precise on-site measurements of the existing house, and developed three 3D models and architectural plan options for client review and city submittal. Designed two new detached, two-story ADUs (474 SF total), strategically utilizing California AB-2097 to achieve zero parking requirements for a transit-oriented site.
• 506 Phelan Ln, Redondo Beach, CA 2023 - Drafted and created the full set of construction drawings for the existing JADU that needs to be permitted.
• Residential Roof Conversion, Exterior Remodel, and Permit Legalization - Completed a multi-scope residential upgrade involving structural roof modifications, exterior remodeling, and legalizations through the permitting process. The project focused on improving the architectural style of the home while bringing existing unpermitted elements into compliance.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ARCHITECTURAL & DESIGN TECHNOLOGY - NEW YORK SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY, MANHATTAN, NY (2021-12)