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Permanent Resident (U.S.). No sponsorship required. SUMMARY I integrate design excellence with technical expertise to deliver architectural and interior projects that balance aesthetics, functionality, and usercentered experiences. EDUCATION Miami University, Oxford, OH Master of Architecture | Exp. May 2026 | GPA: 3.91/4.00 Yildiz Technical University, Istanbul, Turkey Bachelor’s in Architecture | Dec. 2016 | GPA: 3.34/4.00 EXPERIENCE WD Group — Bursa, Turkey Architectural & Interior Designer / Project Coordinator | Aug. 2018 – Present • Contributed to international hospitality, commercial, and educational projects from design development through construction, including InterContinental Hotel (Saudi Arabia), Sofitel Luxury Hotel (Saudi Arabia), Koray Varol Academy (Istanbul), and Agora Restaurant (Washington, DC). • Produced design development and construction documentation sets for interior architecture using Revit and AutoCAD, including plans, elevations, sections, details, and coordinated shop drawings. • Coordinated with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and clients’ representatives to align design intent with construction requirements, schedules, and budgets. • Led FF&E and finishes coordination, including material research, specifications, procurement support, mock-up reviews, and site coordination. • Supported construction administration through site visits, field observations, RFI responses, and resolution of design and installation issues. • Managed multiple project scopes simultaneously, tracking deliverables and ensuring consistency across drawing packages and consultant coordination. • Mentored and supervised junior designers, reviewing drawings, organizing workflows, and supporting project execution both in-office and on-site. Elemegi Project Solutions — Bursa, Turkey Interior Design Coordinator| Aug. 2017 – Aug. 2018 • Supported large-scale international hospitality projects for global brands including Conrad, Marriott, W Hotel, Hilton, and Crowne Plaza across the U.S., Middle East, and Europe. • Assisted in design development and documentation for interior architectural scopes, producing AutoCAD and Revit drawings in coordination with senior designers and consultants. • Prepared shop drawings and installation details, coordinating with manufacturers and subcontractors to ensure constructability and design accuracy. • Coordinated project logistics including production schedules, shipping, and on-site installation sequencing. • Participated in site visits and field coordination, assisting with issue resolution and alignment between design intent and construction conditions. • Conducted materials and finishes research, developing project-specific details aligned with brand standards, budgets, and client requirements. 3RDF Design — Istanbul, Turkey Designer | Nov. 2016 – Aug. 2017

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Contributed to Lenkeran Spa & Wellness Hotel (Azerbaijan).

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Assisted in coordinating and supporting community-focused events and engagement initiatives by collaborating with stakeholders, organizing logistics, and facilitating inclusive participation to strengthen community involvement and outreach efforts.

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Supervised studio sessions for 100+ undergraduate students and provided design feedback.

Assisted senior designers with design development, construction documentation, and presentation materials. Translated concepts into plans, sections, elevations, and interior layouts.

Selected materials and finishes within project budgets. Miami University — Oxford, OH Graduate Teaching Assistant| Aug. 2024 – Present

Assisted faculty with materials preparation, grading, and student mentoring. Developed strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.