Nikhath Parveen Nazir Ahmed has experience as a lighting designer at HGA Architects & Engineers and as a student researcher at the University of Minnesota. She has strong problem solving, organizational, and collaboration skills. She is proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, AGI32, and other design software. Prior to her current role, she worked as a freelance and staff interior designer in India, leading residential and commercial interior design projects from conception to execution. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from the University of Minnesota and the University of Chennai.

1. Nikhath Parveen Nazir Ahmed
nazir004@umn.edu
Professional Summary
 Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and a desire to actively contribute to the group’s success
 Ability to build effective and collaborative relationships within and across departments and
business units.
 Exceptional problem solving, and organizational skills
 Effectively convey complex conceptual design idea
 Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD , AGI32, Daylighting, Lighting Controls and Energy Calculation
Technical/Related Skills
Bluebeam, 3DSMAX, Revit, Sketchup, InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Space
Planning, FF&E
Professional Experience
HGA Architects & Engineers – Minneapolis, MN 02/2016 - Present
Lighting Designer
 Developed DD and CD lighting layouts based on photometric calculations and recommend IESNA
and NEC Lighting standards specific to the project
 Created complex rendered AGI models to calculate photometric to provide energy efficient,
appealing and functional lighting layout
 Utilizes AutoCAD 2016 to develop and edit sketches of different lighting fixtures/designs
 Collaborated with architects and engineers to discuss possible ideas and refine the design to
deliver best lighting design solution to the clients
University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, MN 09/2015 – 02/2016
Student Researcher
 Developed space plans, sketches, and architectural details that illustrate the design intent
 Responsible for research, lighting design and selection of architectural products, finishes and
furniture
 Proposed a solution appropriate to client’s concern for functionality of the existing library,
sustainable practices and budget to support renovation
 Presented the research and design proposal to client and in undergraduate research symposium
Self Employed – Chennai, India 10/2009 – 09/2010
Freelance Interior Designer
 Designed interiors for a renowned bakery franchise as per specifications
 Supervised contractors to execute a residential project and completed successfully within a time
frame
Devshilp Interiors – Chennai, India 01/2009 – 10/2009
Interior Designer
 Led the design of residential and retail project from conception to execution while gaining
leadership experience
 Networked with firm’s clients and contacts to build strong relationship with numerous new
clients for the firm

2. Nikhath Parveen Nazir Ahmed
nazir004@umn.edu
Space ‘n’ Design – Chennai, India 08/2008 – 12/2008
Interior Designer
 Prepared and presented design proposals to commercial clients in order to obtain final clients’
approval
 Supervised contractors to successfully complete four residential and commercial projects
InDeZine – Chennai, India 01/2007 – 08/2008
Interior Designer
 Trained and mentored interior design graduates, and provided them with hands-on experience
with projects
 Designed office spaces as per corporate specifications for 4 distinguished national and
multinational firms
 Effectively and accurately prepared budget proposals for clients based design services and FFEs
Education
University of Minnesota –Twin Cities- May 2016
Bachelor of Science, Interior Design
University of Chennai – India- June 2006
Bachelor of Science, Interior Design and Décor