Muntasir Hakim- Portfolio 2024 by Muntasir Hakim

muntasir hakim

portfolio 2014-2024

MUNTASIR HAKIM

mh89@illinois.edu | +1(217)819-0652 www.linkedin.com/in/muntasirhakim

EDUCATION Master of Architecture (Candidate) University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Current CGPA 3.52/4.00

Aug | 2023

Present

Bachelor of Architecture BRAC University, Dhaka, Bangladesh CGPA 3.54/4.00 , Graduated with Distinction

Jan | 2012

Apr | 2017

WORK EXPERIENCE Associate Architect Studio Morphogenesis Ltd., Dhaka, Bangladesh

Jan | 2020 May | 2023

Conceptual design, contract documents, and captivating 3D models/renderings. Proficient in animations, graphic design, and FAR calculations for feasibility. Prepared approval drawings, managed client communication, and led efficient project work flows. Contributed to BOQ, specifications, and estimations while adhering to standards. Coordinated interns & colleagues, led competition entries, and published work in ArchDaily. Selected Projects • IDS Mosque, Ashulia, Dhaka (Project Architect, Status-completed) • Multi-family Residential Apartment Interior-50,000 sft, Dhaka (Project Architect, Status-completed) • ACME Finish Goods Warehouse-275,000 sft, Hemayetpur, Bangladesh (Project Architect, Status-proposed) • IDCOL Green Tower (LEED V4.1 in progress) - 47,000 sft, Competition Winning Entry, Dhaka (Project Coordinator, Status-ongoing)

Co-Founder and Principal Shoho Sthapon, Dhaka

Jan | 2015 May | 2023

Design lead, detail drawing, client and project management of residential and mixed-use building types Design-build of multiple residential buildings (1700-6000sft), four offices, two restaurants, one healthcare facility

Design Associate Centre for Inclusive Architecture and Urbanism (Ci+AU), BRAC University, Dhaka

Feb| 2018

Sep | 2019

Concept, design, 3D modelling, rendering, presentation, research works and project management. Preparation of specifications, estimation, construction documents and material prototype for site engineers and contractors. Responsible for coordination of team members and office management (Ci+AU Project Publication) Selected Projects • BRAC Regional Offices in Bangladesh- 08 Branches (Exhibition- www.aiadc.com/event/exhibition-opening-architecture-freedom) • Interior Design of Residential Semester (RS) Campus of BRAC University (Project Architect, Status-completed) • Aarong 40 Years Celebration - Master Plan and Pavilion of a temporary exhibition space (Project Architect, Status-completed)

Architectural Associate Department of Architecture, BRAC University, Dhaka

Sep | 2017

Dec | 2017

Design, 3d modelling, rendering, construction drawing, and construction management of an institutional office, BIED, BRAC University Preparation of specifications, estimation, procurement and construction schedules. Responsible for coordination of client, site engineer, contractors

Graduate Teaching Assistant University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois

Aug | 2023

Present

Aug | 2023

Present

ARCH 172-Drawing and Modeling with Teaching Assistant Professor Isabella Hillman and Hugh Swiatek ARCH 273-Strategies of Architectural Design with Professor Francisco J. Suárez, Isabella Hillman, and Hugh Swiatek

Graphics Design Assistant University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Design branding and posters for the Illinois School of Architecture Graphics Design Team

AWARDS

SKILLS

Third Place in A. Richard Williams Archon Fall 2023

Software

Illinois School of Architecture, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

2nd Place Design Charrette of Young Architects ‘Under 40’ IAB (Institute of Architects Bangladesh)

Advanced: AutoCAD, Sketchup, Lumion, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom, MS Office Suite, Pepacura Basic: Revit Architecture, Rhino

Honorable Mention Vertical Studio Design Charrette

Model Making Hand made, CNC and laser-cutting

3rd Place Student Design Charrette

Languages

Department of Architecture, BRAC University

Department of Architecture, North South University

Bengali: Native, English: Full proficiency

SELECTED WORKS 01

ARCHON PRIZE STUDIO

SPAN, FILL AND TRANSFER

VERTICAL HORIZON

A WALK THROUGH THE AGES

URBAN BUSINESS HOTEL

EXPERIENCING THE WATERSCAPES

MONOLITH

IDCOL GREEN TOWER

MREL HEAD OFFICE

ACME WAREHOUSE

HER STORY/AARONG

AARONG 40 YEARS CELEBRATION

BRAC BRANCH OFFICE

DESIGN-BUILD/COMPETITION

Essential dwelling, Chicago Railway platform

Tall building design, Dhaka The emerging built environment, Old Dhaka Design of a convention hospitality, Dhaka Ecologically balanced tourist resort, Cox’s Bazar

A mosque in a factory compound, Dhaka 12-storied office building with 04 basements, Dhaka Interior design-build of a real estate firm , Dhaka Finished goods storage building with a basement, Dhaka Bespoke retail store using local material, Dhaka Master plan and pavilion of a temporary exhibition space, Army Stadium Eight prototype office building design across Bangladesh Compilation of competition and design-build projects

MANIFESTO

An insight into design ideology

Academic 06 16 20 24 30 34 Professional 44 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 56

01 WASTELAND OASIS ESSENTIAL DWELLING: THE ARCHON PRIZE Type: Academic

First Year Graduate

Role: Individual Work

Duration: 17 weeks [Fall 2023]

Third Place in A. Richard Williams Archon Prize

Instructor: Jeffery S. Poss, FAIA Cultural wastelands such as an organic waste landfill can serve as a habitat for biodiversity and provide support to ecosystem services. The essentiality of soil scientists' involvement in the improvement and maintenance of dwellings stems from their expertise in evaluating soil quality, analyzing potential environmental impacts, and implementing sustainable practices. An interactive space of a research lab and dwelling made of rammed earth that intends to provoke the thought process of the user by bringing in the earth within itself, how it co-exists with the surrounding. Users will experience the dwelling with a series of long trails, ending in the courtyard of reclamation. A common ground for of the dwelling and research lab. The hues of soil layers are rooted from Illinois soil typologies. The use of ecologically balanced, efficient thermal mass of rammed earth wraps each space with a warmth of varying colors. It is juxtaposed with reclaimed metal and Corten steel, as a reminiscence of the industrial boom in the Calumet region. Each space is carefully designed with a minimal footprint and efficient use of materials. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

A view from the Big Marsh park approaching the soil scientist's a

abode

SITE CONTEXT AND DETAILS

Site plan 1

2 A

LEVEL +11'-6"

LEVEL +10'-0"

2 Up

SECOND FLOOR PLAN at Level +19'0"

1 2

GROUND FLOOR PLAN at Level +10'0"

Ground floor plan

Kitchen Dining

FLOOR PLAN AND ELEVATION

Courtyard view showing phytoremediation of landfill earth: Sketchup and Illustrator

DETAIL DRAWINGS

Section BB'

Detail view of the spaces

EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR VIEWS

Chicago skyline from the bath tunnelled view Sketchup, Enscape and Photoshop

Open kitchen with ample daylight

Bedroom with mezzanine floor overlooking the skylight

SECTIONAL PERSPECTIVE

Apertures are carefully placed depending on climatic and program of each functions

INTERIOR VIEWS

Color and texture of drummer-Illinois soil in study area looking through the integrated window

Materiality variation, use of solid and perforated Corten Steel with Rammed Earth: Sketchup, Enscape and Photoshop

COURTYARD VIEW

Land reclamation by phytoremediation: Sketchup, Enscape and Photoshop

02 SPAN, FILL AND TRANSFER A RAILWAY PLATFORM Type: Academic ARC 302 Design Studio VI Duration: 02 weeks [Summer 2014] Role: Individual Work Instructors: Mahmudul Anwar Riyadh, Saiqa Iqbal Meghna and Shams M Ghani In this idea project, the concept was to explore the formation of a geometric ‘growth’ as resultant of systematic development of a structural shell/canopy spanning a railway platform of about 100’ x300’. The approach was juxtaposed with an innovative structural intervention. Aesthetic, force and forms of the canopy were generated carefully in pure geometry and symmetrical order. The result was a thin structure sitting on the platform like a tree canopy and merging with the surrounding. BRAC University

Aerial view of the canopy showing transparency of the skin

FLOOR PLAN AND ELEVATION

The structural idea was to create an elevated skeleton to express the floating sense of feeling. It was executed using tubular steels columns of 10” diameter as the primary structure and 6” tubular columns on the secondary structural membrane. The geometric approach included a hexagonal tube on the center to distribute the load evenly. Top View

The shell is proposed to be double-layered PTFE( Ethylene tetrafluoroethylene) to resist heat and allow cool daylight. Hence transparency to achieve floating feel again. PTFE layers would be attached using tertiary solid steel tubes with the secondary members. Plan

Elevation portraying the hierarchy of each segment

Handmade model images using Pepacura, Sketchup and AutoCAD 18

STRUCTURAL DIAGRAM

Skin Light Weight ETFE Outer Shell, Durable, Recyclable, Fireproof and Aesthetic Tertiary Structure Geometric pattern, made of steel tube with PTFE system fitments Secondary Structure Modular 6” thick tubular steel columns with connection to the foundation columns Primary Structure Modular 12” thick tubular steel columns with RCC footing to the base plates Plinth and Station RCC structure serving waiting and station master’s room, ticket counter, toilets and store

Exploded axonometric showing structural layers of the canopy

Evening view of the canopy from the platform highlighting the tubular membranes 19

03 VERTICAL HORIZON A CONTEXTUAL TALL BUILDING Academic: Individual ARC 302 Design Studio VI Duration: 04 weeks [Summer 2014] Role: Individual Work Instructors: Mahmudul Anwar Riyadh, Saiqa Iqbal Meghna and Shams M Ghani Dhaka is one of the most densely populated cities in the world with 75,000/sq-mi. Therefore, high-rise buildings are inevitable in Dhaka city due to scarcity of land and high land prices. We were given to design a tall building comprising cutting-edge technologies, sustainable building material and structural intelligence. The termination at the crown and ground floor function ideas were considered to be the strong point of this project. The site is in Mohakhali, a mixed-use business district in the city with a few mid-rise buildings in the avenue. BRAC University

Tall building approach from the lake side walk

FORM DERIVATION AND FLOOR PLANS

1.Open Public Space As it is located at the edge of a lake, transitional point and a prominent road, defining a public open area

Site is located around the Gulshan Lake

Site Context

2. Functional Distribution Programs are generated in multiple towers connected by functions resulting in a minimum occupied space of the ground

4. Core Formation Each tower is equipped with a core comprising of service areas, MEP shafts and elevator. They are placed toward the center to achieve maximum visual areas

3. Context Coherence The form of the towers are refined considering visual connectivity and energy efficiency of the built form

Ground Floor Plan 22

5. Central Courtyard All the towers are connected together by the atrium creating a breakdown space among the users while making the built form interact with its users

6. Connectivity with Public The plaza continues into the central courtyard which terminates in the sky garden located at the floor level 25, drawing the public into the building

21st Floor Plan

44thFloor Plan

Elevation

Section

VIEWS AND FACADE DETAILS

Energy efficient screen detail

Connectivity of the towers at podium level

View of the tall building from the lake and placement with surrounding

Plaza view showing how public is drawn into the building 23

04 A WALK THROUGH THE AGES THE EMERGING BUILT ENVIRONMENT Academic: Team Work ARC 401 Design Studio VII Duration: 06 weeks [Spring 2015] Role: 60% Survey, 50% Conceptual Design, 60% Detail Design, 50% Drawing Collaborator: Tasmia Kamal Instructors: Timmy Aziz, MD Habib Reza and Farasha Zaman Choto Katra is one of many caravanserai’s built during the Mughal era in Dhaka City to accommodate traveller traders and other visitors. It was built in 1663 by Shaista Khan, the then Governor (Subedar) of the province of Bengal and the remnants suggest that it was built following a classic form for caravanserai’s which is a courtyard based two or three story structure with axial gate buildings and corner towers. Communities and architects have a history of dealing processes of the erasure of urban history in the modern era. In the case of Choto Katra however not only the original structure disappeared but an intense social life has also grown around the ruins that itself calls to be preserved. This project will explore an approach where both the past and the present are respected and a coexistence of the two will be sought. BRAC University

Aerial view showing connectivity with the neighbourhood

SITE AND BACKGROUND

A heritage path is introduced through the Choto katra that will guide people along the historical site near the sites. The significance of Puran Dhaka heritage walks lies greatly in the storytelling and therefore, appreciation will start once you see the historical structures through the eyes and you will enjoy it once you feel that you are rediscovering history. Choto katra once had a court yard which acted as a civic space in that time. But it is lost now captured by warehouse shops and illegal slums our idea is to relocate existing buildings inside Choto katra and introduced new functions inside Choto katra and brought the previous essence of the monuments back.

Historical sites of Puran Dhaka

Heritage map connecting all the historical landmarks

Proposed heritage path

CONCEPT

Three alternate option for the heritage path

Connectivity of the Path

Proposed heritage path

Plaza pattern generation and programs

Zoning of Choto katra

FLOOR PLAN AND SECTION

Master plan

Ground floor plan

Section BB’

The history needs to be preserved. I t needs to be told and explained in the most interesting way possible.

First floor plan

Second floor plan

Section DD’

The connectivity of the public spaces and heritage path with the neighbourhood

Section EE’

Section GG’

05 URBAN BUSINESS HOTEL DESIGN OF A CONVENTION HOSPITALITY Academic: Team Work ARC 501 Design Studio IX Duration: 12 weeks [Spring 2016] Role: Individual Instructors: Bashirul Haque, MD Faruk, Huraera Jabeen and Cyrus S Khan The idea was to create an introvert space for the business and city users of the hotel. A public walkway through the hotel serving the surrounding areas. The water body creates a barrier between the two entities but ensures a visual connection. It brings back the presence of former large ponds around the Kuril area. It also provides an evaporative cooling from the South. The forms were placed according to site considerations and viewpoints around the site. Floating masses above Waterscapes were intended to give an essence of our demography- flood plain. An atrium incorporated centrally for a rural arbitrary sense of walkways through fluid corridors on the bay and lobby area then terminating into sky gardens. BRAC University

A view from the Big Marsh park approaching the soil scientist's a

abode

SITE ANALYSIS AND FORM GENERATION

The site is situated in a dense urban context. An area of four acres within master plan of Jamuna Future Park surrounded by southeast Asia’s largest shopping mall, an amusement park and commercial strip on the road side Progoti Shoroni is full of huge traffic all the time of the day connecting to the north of the country. However ,there is a declination of existence of water body around the area in the last few years. Therefore, design development involved proposal of large water compound to serve the neighbourhood as well.

Form development by considering minimum obstruction to surrounding buildings. Arbitrary lines were generated by locating vantage points. These lines were derived using factors from site analysis such as noise level, visual connection.

Floor plans

Ground floor plan

Section AA’ 32

DETAIL DRAWINGS AND VIEWS

Undulated facade detail and double height break-down spaces

A public promenade through the hotel and water body

The arbitrary atrium connecting the common areas

Suite details

Curtain wall details

North elevation

South elevation 33

06 EXPERIENCING THE WATERSCAPES ECOLOGICALLY BALANCED TOURIST RESORT Type: Academic

ARC 503 Design Studio X

Duration: 12 weeks [Fall 2016]

Role: Individual Work Instructors: MD Habib Reza, Sajid Bin Doza, Naim Ahmed Kibria and Shams M Ghani The core idea of the project is to create spaces that stimulate senses and allows one to indulge into a contemplation. An approach to address the fading culture and neglected built environment in the coastal city. An eco-resort which responded to site, micro-climate and tradition - a building which belongs to the place and propose a humanistic and resilient substitute to the dullness of international hospitality architecture. Furthermore, this tourist resort is an attempt to create a serene experience along the existing Waterscapes in the site. The water bodies also act as unifying objects for the various levels of built forms. Moreover, undulated ground surface is sensitively utilized to generate multiple layers of space and views of different type of Waterscapes. In greater aspect, this project suggests an ideal approach toward a sustainability and development of the tourism sector of Bangladesh. BRAC University

Sectional perspective of resort main compound

SITE ANALYSIS

Cox’s Bazar along Bay of Bengal in South Eastern Bangladesh, is one of the most pristine tourism destinations of South East Asia. The town is known for its 125 km long unbroken shore, which is believed to be world’s longest natural sandy sea beach. However, despite major growth in tourism sector especially in hotels and motels, Cox’s Bazar lacks a place of entertainment for the tourists and the locals. The shoreline is piled up of concrete jungles which conflicts with the beautiful rendezvous of the hills and the sea. The resort complements with the landscape with minimal disruption to the ecological balance of the area and to provide relaxation among the existing water and landscapes. Moreover, such considerations could help tourists and locals to experience serenity of the site and surrounding. Tourism, local demands and most importantly the climatic conditions of the Cox’s Bazar area were of primary concern throughout the design process.

Site driven design forces and elements as the initial design inspiration.

CONCEPT

Contemplation One of the key points of the resort was the ‘Shagorika’ pond. Entry to the resort was made through this view point of the pond, which is a contemplation area for the tourists.

Visual Indulgence The informal paths will lead to experiencing of landscape, Waterscapes and vegetation. The entire path is made to create a journey for the users offering visual indulgence.

Stimulating Senses Finally, all the functions are placed in harmony along the entire site to stimulate senses and generate relaxation among the tourists.

Connecting Waterscapes The Bay of Bengal, the pond, water bodies and lakes are connected physically or visually to make one feel surrounded by water.

MASTER PLAN

KITCHENETTE

First floor plan of the restaurant

Front of the House 1. Reception 2. Front Lobby 3. Cafe 4. Outdoor Cafe 5. Contemplation Waterfront 6. Body Pampering Centre 7. Spa 8. Meditation Area 9. Main Restaurant 10. Restaurant Kitchen 11. Toilet 12. Accommodation Block 13. Cottages 14. Villas

Public Area 1. Souvenir Shops 2. Public Toilets 3. Multi purpose Hall 4. Audio Visual Room 5. Indoor Games Area 6. Tennis Court 7. Badminton Court 8. Swimming Pool 9. Change Room 10. Poolside Cafe 11. Pantry 12. Amphitheatre 13. Boat Jetty 14. Children’s Play Area

Back of the House 1. Administrative Offices 2. Main Kitchen 3. Main Storage 4. Dry Storage 5. Staff Dining 6. Service Room 7. Medical Room 8. Staff Uniform 9. Staff Change Room 10. Linen Storage 11. Laundry 12. Staff Residence 13. Maintenance Area 14. Service Entry

Ground floor plan

Top view of the resort and public facilities

Sectional Perspective showing activities in the resort plaza

Section AA 40

SECTION AND VIEWS

The site of a total 17 acre area is surrounded by a dense Tamarisk forest on the South-West. Therefore, strong tidal winds are reduced by the vegetation. Moreover, being a golf course previously, the site had subtle undulation as well. This situation allows to take advantage for placing the forms along the dense vegetation and mound area. Traditional building techniques and material appropriate for the context such as the Kyaung and Rakhine houses. Incorporating the local architecture as the type of buildings, or villas, need to reflect the local culture and heritage of the area so that tourists can experience it. The climatic factors such as strong cyclones are also prudent.

Shaded drop-off area bringing public into the built form

Amphitheatre and Waterscapes enhancing the flow of space

Juxtaposition of villas and water body in the nature

DETAIL DRAWINGS

Villa and Cottage Typologies

Plan at level 14’-0”

Plan at level 7’-0”

Floor plans and exploded structural details

Section BB 42

LANDSCAPE AND MODEL

Children’s plays-cape area enriched with local flora and fauna

Handmade and laser cut model images

07 MONOLITH Type: Professional

Studio Morphogenesis Ltd.

Status: Construction On-going

Role: Detail design and architectural drawing, rendering, construction drawing, material prototype analysis, site supervision and documentation Lead Architects: Saiqa Iqbal Meghna and Suvro Sovon Chowdhury The mosque is located in a factory compound in the outskirts of Dhaka city, Ashulia. Site is overlooking a serene lake on the West. The idea was to create a monumental built form with pure natural ventilation and singular material. This is achieved placing green courtyards in the corners and carefully designed perforations on the shear walls. A very detail oriented design approach leading into sculptural built form which will result in an uplifting break from labour-some time of the workers in the factory. The west side of the prayer space merges into the lake with a shallow infinity water body. The water from ablution and water body will be filtered in a below and released into the green space, reducing water consumption. Pigmented concrete is selected as structural and finish material with rigorous prototyping and testing.

Floor plans and detail drawings: Sketchup, Rhino and AutoCAD

Construction process and sample making 44

"He understood the very essence of the project and delicately handled the drawings and construction at site"- Saiqa Iqbal Meghna

Isometric, interior of dome and water side view: Rhino, Sketchup, Lumion, Enscape and Photoshop

Photo Courtesy- Muntasir Hakim, Studio morphogenesis Ltd. 45

08 IDCOL GREEN TOWER Type: Professional

Studio Morphogenesis Ltd.

Status: Bidding Phase, 2023

Role: Project Architect, presentation drawing, contract documents, vetting consultant and client coordination, material specification and BOQ Lead Architect: Minhaz Bin Gaffar A competition winning entry of a 12-storied office building in the upcoming urban neighbourhood of large government district. The slender form in a linear site with large openings in the ground floor connected with the streets. Hierarchy of space in every level along with efficient office layout planning. This project is aiming for a LEED Platinum V4.1 certification.

View from main approach

Floor plan, facade detail and section: AutoCAD 46

09 MREL HEAD OFFICE Type: Professional

Studio Morphogenesis Ltd.

Status: Completed, 2022

Role: Project architect, design, drawing, 3d modelling, rendering, supervision and team member coordination Lead Architects: Minhaz Bin Gaffar, Saiqa Iqbal Meghna 6500 sft office design-build project in the city center. It involved thoughtful integration of hand crafted material such as rusted steel and metal with store selected floor finishes. The central corridor connected all the spaces with small meeting rooms as pocket spaces. The project was completed in a span of six months.

Open plan office layout and reception area: AutoCAD

Office corridor with graphical feature wall: Sketchup, Enscape and Photoshop

Metal shelves integration with storage cabinet: AutoCAD

Entrance view of reception area: Sketchup, Enscape and Photoshop

Visual and after completion: Sketchup, Enscape, Photoshop

Photo-Studio Morphogenesis Ltd. 47

10 ACME FG WAREHOUSE Type: Professional

Studio Morphogenesis Ltd.

"Took the challenge to acknowledge the highly complicated functions and successfully handled the complexity of the form"- Suvro Sovon Chowdhury

Status: Approval in Process, 2021

Role: Design and architectural drawing, rendering, presentation, FAR calculation approval drawing and consultant coordination Lead Architect: Suvro Sovon Chowdhury The finished goods warehouse is located in a large-scale factory compound in the outskirts of Dhaka city. Designing a built-form to contain sustainable utilitarian attributes and be compatible with the future projections for the Master Plan. Development of an iconic form in a scale which will provide both a visual identity and visual clarity. The elliptical built form resulted in creating a statement, an iconic architecture amidst the chaotic development in the sub-urban fabric.

View from main approach showing the cantilevered mass

Form possibilities and generation

Floor plans and elevations: AutoCAD

Perforated metal screen facade: Sketchup, Enscape and Photoshop 48

11 HERSTORY/AARONG Type: Professional

Studio Morphogenesis Ltd.

"Effectively managed the tasks to complete the design and build the project within a very challenging timeframe. Appreciate his skill to design the details and also work as a team leader to complete the project"- Shahla Karim Kabir

Status: Completed, 2021

Role: Project architect, design, drawing, 3d modelling, rendering, supervision and team member coordination Lead Architects: Saiqa Iqbal Meghna and Shahla Karim Kabir Incarnating the unique sophistication and elegance of Bengal heritage, the first thematic space of Herstory stands as an epitome of representation of the concept with its exclusive women’s clothing line of Aarong. With a contemporary take on exquisite architectural elements and the delicately crafted surface made with rustic terracotta and brass. The colour choice and prominent geometric elements, such as the arch depicting circulation were inspired by the widespread practice of using red terracotta found across the land on many heritage buildings and monuments. https://www.showcase.com.bd/neat-nooks/a-rendition-of-bengal-artistry/

1" 1'-4"

1'-10"

R4"

1'-4"

1" 4" 1" 4"

4' 1"

1" 2'-9" 1"

7'-4"

1'-4"

2'-9"

11"

4'-1"

1'-4"

1'-10"

1'-4"

1 2"

ø 1"

1'-4" 8"

1'-4"

4'-1"

11'-6"

1'-4"

4' 1'-4"

38.1mmx1.5mm

5'-9"

5'-10"

6'-5"

5'-7"

6'-4" 1'-4"

4" SIDE HANG RAILING DETAILS ALL SAME HEIGHT FOR SKD & SAREE

10"

4" 1" R4"

Floor plan with finish detail

1'-6"

1'-5"

1'-4"

4'-1"

1'-4"

1.5"

2'-7"

11'-6"

3"2"

2'-9"

1 4"

1.5" 6"

25.4mmx1.5mm Wall support plate

50.8mmx5mm Flush Screw on wall

2"2"

1'-3" 4"

2'-4"

BRASS LIGHT FRAME

CLOTHING HANGAR

Brass pipe fabrication detail

Isometric view of the store: Sketchup, Enscape and Illustrator

Section showing wall detail: AutoCAD

Construction process and finish detail

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12 AARONG 40 YEARS CELEBRATION Type: Professional

Centre for Inclusive Architecture and Urbanism (Ci+AU)

Status: Completed 2019 (03 days)

Role: Project architect, master plan, design, construction drawings, estimation, consultant coordination and on-site supervision Lead Architect: Adnan Z Morshed Team Members: Shafaiet Mahmud, Tahseen Reza, Rukaiya Karim An exhibition master plan in Dhaka and design its individual pavilions for different iconic products, from Jamdani and silk fabric to jewellery and leather merchandise. The concept was to choreograph a loop of pavilions with the informal spatial organization of a Bengali village bazaar. While each pavilion retained its individuality, the master plan sought to create a holistic experience of one central theme: the evolutionary story of Bangladesh’s rural handicrafts. Time constraints required a quick installation and dismantling. Hence, bamboo was the ideal choice for the structure of the pavilions. As it is the most ubiquitous traditional building material throughout the world’s tropical and sub-tropical regions. "Throughout the time with the firm, he has carried the process of design in a very delicate way. His works were very detailed and in depth taking the time to shift through observations of site and client's need. Where all the associates enjoyed the companionship and also overwhelmed by his devotion towards Architecture"Adnan Z Morshed

Exploded structural detail: AutoCAD, Sketchup

A night view of the pavilions

Construction process and use of local material

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13 BRAC BRANCH OFFICE Type: Professional

Centre for Inclusive Architecture and Urbanism (Ci+AU)

Status: Completed, 2019

Role: Management of eight branch office design, 3D modelling, rendering, construction drawings, consultant coordination and top supervision Lead Architect: Adnan Z Morshed Team Members: Shafaiet Mahmud, Tahseen Reza, Samiur R Bhuiyan, Tasmia Kamal and Saad M Kaikobad Our primary design challenge was to conceive a compact office building with a clear articulation of different functional zones, both horizontally and vertically. We needed to create a sequential spatial diagram, from the public (beneficiary areas) to the private (staff accommodation and dining), all intermingled with a system of moderately-sized courtyards, facilitating natural light and air ventilation. As we imagined an inclusive, healthy, and ecological life-style office environment, we also endeavoured to create a visual language that people across Bangladesh would readily identify with BRAC and its mission of social inclusiveness. That visual language took inspiration from three archetypal features of the Bengal pastoral landscape: the rudimentary Bengal hut, the solitary tree in the agricultural field, and the horizontal sweep of the Bengal delta.

Construction detail and presentation drawing: AutoCAD and Photoshop.

Photo- Ci+AU

3D modelling and rendering: Sketchup, Lumion and Photoshop 51

14 DESIGN/BUILD Design lead, 3D modelling, rendering, drawing, presentation, construction and project management in design-build method The contextual approach towards interior design and implementation focusing local and recycled materials. Collaborated ideas and thoughts from local artisans, labor , architects and clients on utilizing the space into an open office enriched with communication. This project allowed us to portray a sustainable and effective way to incorporate contextual materials in reduction of time, cost and carbon footprint. Almost all the design elements and furniture is custom made and sourced locally. • Rammed earth wall was introduced through rammed earth method as a humidifier portraying use of traditional material in a contemporary way. • Clay pots were use on the ceiling of town-hall to remind the heat reduction technique used by local craftsmen. • Reclaimed CGI sheet was used to encourage reuse of local found material. • Metal rods were painted and used in the plantation for aesthetics. • Kerosene wood from the imported goods were used in the workstation which heavy liqueur polish where solid teak wood was being used in the conference room allowing them to grow with wrinkles with time as the company will grow older.

Main entrance view showing rammed earth wall and reclaimed CGI ceiling

Drawings and photographs after completion in 2023

DESIGN/BUILD Design lead, 3D modelling, rendering, drawing, presentation, construction and project management in design-build method A single-family residence in a hillside area of 2100 sft in Chittagong city. 02 duplex A vacation house in a sub-urban area of 3000 sft in near Dhaka. The built form was apartments are placed in a staggered formation. An introverted yard in the South side allows oriented with large opening in the East leading a wide open green and farmlands. The a sublime natural ventilation with large openings on South and East. materiality and scale of the residence were deeply rooted around the context.

66'-2" 2'-2" 4'-9"

KITCHEN VERANDAH/ SERVICE ENTRY

17'-3"

5' EME ROOM 2.70m X 1.24m 5'-2" (9'-0" X 4'-2")

5'-5"

OUTDOOR KITCHEN 4.67m X 1.80m (17'-3" X 5'-0")

7'-7"

STORE WATER PUMP

6 MAID'S ROOM 2.57m X 3.02m (8'-7" X 10'-1")

12'-7"

10'-11"

TOILET 3.00m x 1.92m (10'-0" x 6'-5") MAID'S TOILET 1.97m X 1.27m (6'-7" X 4'-3")

BED 4.97m X 4.67m (16'-4" X 15'-4")

WET KITCHEN 5.28mX2.87m (17'-7" X 9'-6") DINING 5.77m X 4.50m (19'-3" X 15'-0")

5'-4" 42'-3"

3'-4" LIVING 4.20m X 3.00m (13'-9" X 10'-0")

50'-4" 9'-6"

6'-4"

4 3'

3 2

6'-1"

8'-8"

LOTUS POND 9.30m X 8.02m (30'-6" X 26'-4")

1 11'-6"

12'-2"

5'-5"

1'-11"

16'-11"

11'-1"

7'-4" 67'-1"

Juxtaposition of local clay-brick and concrete

Detail of interior design projects completed in 2020-2021

3'-5"

6'-4"

COMPETITION Selected works from my individual and design studio, from 2015. The works focus into small scale residential and mixed-use building types. Competition works, residential buildings, office interior, restaurants, healthcare facility and Pro-Bono projects (library, school and toilet) design and construction completed in recent years.

Reviving underutilized space at the IAB’s open yard. Making use of abandoned infrastructures adjacent to the yard keeping in tune with the essence of the design of the existing IAB building. Collaborator: Saad M Kaikobad

Second Place-Design Charrette of Young Architects ‘Under 40’ (Institute of Architects Bangladesh), 2022

15 MANIFESTO Type: Professional

Centre for Inclusive Architecture and Urbanism (Ci+AU)/Studio Morphogenesis Ltd.

From the initial stage to completion, a connectivity between the regional and global perspective is generated by various tools and techniques in order to redefine the constraints of construction. The ideology involves a focus into relationship of geometry with material character and how it can be utilised to achieve the best possible outcome with limited resources in our country. Below I have focused into two of the designs I have completed in an attempt to reflect my design principle: a canopy and a reception desk.

Design, detail and presentation drawings: Sketchup, AutoCAD

Photo- Muntasir Hakim, Ci+AU and Studio Morphogenesis Ltd.

Canopy design of RS campus academic building, BRAC University 56

" He showed dis devotion towards architectural craftsmanship in the making of this desk"- Minhaz Bin Gaffar

Detail, CNC and presentation drawings:AutoCAD

Wooden planks joined together to make 77 slices with minimal wastage

Sculptural reception desk render to completion: Rhino, Sketchup, Enscape

Physical model, CNC milling and assembling 57

The portfolio is not only a compilation of my works. It tells a story of my accomplishments and learning, A retrospective.

muntasirhakim@gmail.com (217) 819 0652