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