NOURA KHATER
SELECTED WORK 2023
DESIGN PORTFOLIO
Content
Page 03-04
00. Resume
01. Interior Design
Page 06-37
+ Bank ABC
+ Hattan Villa
+ Roar Gym
+ ENBD YAS Mall
+ ENBD ICD Brookfield
+ Sharjah Broadcasting Authority
+ Hikvision Offices
+ Merck Office
+ Kishayu Island Resort
+ Office Break Area
+ Khana Khazana Restaurant
+ Lakeview Rooftop
+ Cleopatra Hospital Reception
02. Architectural Design
Page 38-67
+ Serviced Apartments
+ AD Future School “Ain Al Faydah”
+ Umusambi Village Cafe
LIST OF PROJECTS
The samples showcased in the portfolio are a selected few. Below are the rest of the projects I took on which are available upon request.
01. Ghala Mixed-use Building - Oman, Oman
02. Beano’s Container Cafe - Cairo, Egypt
03. Mountain View Sales Center - Cairo, Egypt
04. Al-Azhar Park Sales Center - Cairo, Egypt
05. Go Fish Container Restaurant - North Coast, Egypt
06. Sodic East Villa - Cairo, Egypt
07. Marny’s Cafe - Cairo, Egypt
08. Scrubby Bubby Booth - Cairo, Egypt
09. Al-Qussaim University - Al-Qussaim, KSA
10. MV Cityscape Booth - Cairo, Egypt
11. 150K Mall - Jeddah, KSA
12. Q-Gifts Booth - Cairo, Egypt
13. Hijab Lamar Booth - Cairo, Egypt
14. Marilyn’s Booth - Cairo, Egypt
15. Emirates Booth - Cairo, Egypt
16. LandCruiser Camper Car - Kigali, Rwanda
17. Elite Offices - Cairo, Egypt
18. Falaj Hazzaa University - Al Ain, UAE
19. Hotel Des Milles Collines - Kigali, Rwanda
20. Badr Residential Building - Cairo, Egypt
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CONTACT
NOURA KHATER
ARCHITECT / INTERIOR DESIGNER
Phone: +971522548604
Email: nouraa.khater @gmail.com
DUBAI, UAE
Resume
EXPERIENCE
Interior Designer at Swiss Bureau Interior Design Dec 2021 - Present Dubai, UAE
Extensive experience in ensuring deadlines are met, taking briefings from clients, concepting and schematic design, producing efficient layout plans, and overseeing the production of detailed drawing packages.
Following up with management and production teams as necessary, responding to and acting on emails in a timely manner, and ensuring all relevant questions are asked and all information is gathered.
Along with my responsibilties as an interior designer, I’ve managed to develope excellent leadership, time management, and resource management skills, as well as the ability to coordinate with third-party contractors and LEED consultants to ensure projects are delivered on time and to the highest standard.
Excellent communicator and am comfortable being the main point of contact for clients. I have also managed teams of junior interior designers, visualizers, and CAD technicians, and I am confident in my ability to deliver projects on time and ensure client satisfaction.
Senior Architect at RDW Architects 2017-2021
SKILLS
+ AutoCAD
+ Revit Architecture
+ 3ds Max + Vray + Lumion
+ Adobe Photoshop
+ Adobe InDesign
LANGUAGES
+ Arabic - Native
+ English - Fluent
Determined to utilize my skill set to transform lives and shape communities while contributing to the entity I work for.
I aspire to add value and leave an imprint in a place that fosters growth and encourages creativity.
EDUCATION
ARAB ACADEMY FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2012-2017
Bachelor of Architectural Engineering and Environmental Design
GPA 3.00/4.00
Cairo, Egypt
Responsible for planning, designing and developing different architectural and interior projects of various scales including private residential units, restaurants, cafes, schools, pharmacies and medical centers starting from mood boards and constantWly meeting client requirements throughout the residential and the commercial markets in Egypt, Oman, KSA and UAE for both the governmental and private sector.
Worked closely as a part of a BIM team modeling and generating general arrangement plans, diagrams, sections, elevations and schedules in Revit on concept design, schematic design, and tender/contract drawings.
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PROFILE
LOCATION
DUBAI, UAE
DATE
DECEMBER, 2021
INTERIOR DESIGN
A selection of various interior design projects; all of which are immaculately researched, planned and executed. From scalable projects to highly customized pieces of art; the diversity presented showcases a wide range of distinctive skill sets.
SCOPE
Residential - Commercial (Hospitality - F&B)
Administraive - Medical
The design direction for this project was intended to be modern, industrial and sleek. Using a variety materials from wood to marble and some green elements, the space birthed a life, familiarity and a contemporary atmosphere into the space.
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Bank ABC Office
LOCATION DUBAI, UAE
DATE DECEMBER, 2021
Bank ABC Office
The use of warm tones and materials was used tastefully to compliment the brand colors to enhance this sense of comfort and familiarity within the space.
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LOCATION DUBAI, UAE
DATE AUGUST, 2022
Using earthy colors and materials, combined with a touch of gold and glass, creates an atmosphere of connection to nature in the space.
While adding in a touch of gold and glass can help to create a bit of sparkle and shine, bringing a subtle hint of opulence to the space.
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Hattan Villa Moodboard
LOCATION DUBAI, UAE
DATE AUGUST, 2022
Combining natural tones creates a calming and inviting atmosphere in the first floor; where the living room, bedrooms and home office are located. while a minimal design creates a sense of openness and spaciousness, which can be beneficial for creating a feeling of relaxation and tranquility.
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Hattan Villa Moodboard
LOCATION
DUBAI, UAE
DATE
FEBRUARY, 2022
ROAR Gym
Combining elements such as suspended metal mesh, a metal sprayed reception back wall, a marble reception counter, and rustic wooden planks can create an inviting and welcoming atmosphere with a feeling of openness, a modern and structural feel, a hint of sophistication and luxury, and a rustic and natural look.
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LOCATION ABU DHABI, UAE
DATE
JANUARY, 2023
Emirates NBD YAS Mall
Upon studying their matrix and requirements, this project is featured as one of the newest rebranded space in comparison to previous ENBD branches.
Reflecting a high-end, contemporary feel by incorporating elements of Emirates NBD brand to create a calming and inviting atmosphere.
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LOCATION
ABU DHABI, UAE
DATE
JANUARY, 2023
Emirates NBD YAS Mall
The overall design is flexible and adaptive, allowing customers to move around the space and easily access the facilities to their needs.
Incorporating modern technology, such as interactive screens and digital signage, to create a more engaging customer experience while using comfortable and attractive furniture and include elements such as lounge seating and private consultancy spaces.
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LOCATION DUBAI, UAE
DATE FEBRUARY, 2022
Emirates NBD Office
This project is located in ICD Brookefield Place, Dubai and is a commercial space for Emirates NBD. The driving design intent was to celebrate the brand and ethos through careful color, material selection and interesting design elements.
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LOCATION DUBAI, UAE
DATE FEBRUARY, 2022
Emirates NBD Office
As a feature, the use of abstract mashrabiyas were subtle indicators of their contribution in the UAE. Spatially, the idea was to create an open layout that allowed for interdepartmental dialogue and interaction.
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LOCATION DUBAI, UAE
DATE APRIL, 2022
SBA VIP Majlis
For this broadcasting organisation, the concept was quite literally derived from their focus to film sets and grandeur. This was reflected with the use of a carefully curated material palette complimented with an arabesque influenced design.
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LOCATION
DUBAI, UAE
DATE APRIL, 2022
SBA MD Office
For this broadcasting organisation, the concept was quite literally derived from their focus to film sets and grandeur. This was reflected with the use of a carefully curated material palette complimented with an arabesque influenced design.
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LOCATION
DUBAI, UAE
DATE OCTOBER, 2022
HIKvision Office
This techno-savy company envisioned a workspace that reflected their intent to use artificial intelligence to connect people. The bold use of the brand color red, the idea was to bring forward the human element of connection, growth and interaction into this space
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LOCATION DUBAI, UAE
DATE JULY, 2022
Merck Office
Contrary to most pharmaceutical brands, this brief allowed for a celebration of colors as their brand identity reflected the same. Destigmatizing the idea of healthcare and celebrating wellbeing through their motto was a huge driver for this space.
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LOCATION DUBAI, UAE
DATE JULY, 2022
Merck Office
In this commerical setting, the space allowed for various collaborative yet work focused spaces options for the users.
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LOCATION CAIRO, EGYPT
DATE JUNE, 2021
Office Break Area
The exposed ceiling conveyed a sense of boldness that is meant to resonate with the type of audience frequenting the place. The choice of lighting fixtures complemented and sealed the whole minimal yet polished feel.
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LOCATION
CAIRO, EGYPT
DATE JUNE, 2021
The office design leans towards luxury while maintaining its minimalistic vibe. To keep the balance between grandeur and effortless, wood and marble materials were utilized, creating a sense of paradox that elevates the whole look and feel. The choice of furniture items aims at leveraging the space and reinforcing identity all at once.
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NOURA KHATER
LOCATION
KISHAYU, RWANDA
DATE
JANUARY, 2021
Kishayu Island Resort
The project presents a perfectly balanced concept. The aim was to maintain the natural contour of the land and its topography while making optimum use of it to serve the design structure and remain environmentally friendly. The resort units are designed to provide a modern yet homogenous feel.
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The Flyover unit is placed at the top of the hill for a relaxing and luxurious ambiance. The choice of wooden interior and the ceiling plantations provide a sense of integration between the interior design and the exterior surrounding, giving an overall feeling of immersion in nature.
FLYING OVER UNIT AREA: 41 SQM/ROOM
8 UNITS
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HONEYMOONERS UNIT AREA: 60 SQM/ROOM
A portion of the design is dedicated to offering Honeymooners units that are more lavish and private. Inspired by the rolling hills of Rwanda, those units are immaculately designed to embrace a private setting while remaining closely connected to the surrounding nature.
The choice of interior design schemes, colors and furniture complements the dominating nature theme. The daylight exposure along with the warm lighting provide a prominent sense of serenity.
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7 UNITS
LOCATION
KIGALI, RWANDA
DATE
JUNE, 2021
Khana Khazana Restaurant
Inspired by the Indian culture and aesthetic, Khana Khazana Restaurant is designed to reflect a unique yet practical adaptation of the hometown behind it and the town where it actually is “Kigali, Rwanda”.
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Khana Khazana Restaurant
The concreted pillars are camouflaged in bamboo wood that extends towards the ceiling, creating an aesthetically pleasing visual effect that mimics a 360 view of an Indian Arch while remaining reliable and cost-friendly.
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LOCATION
CAIRO, EGYPT
DATE FEBRUARY, 2021
Every little detail is completely multi-faceted. Starting with the wooden deck that complements the pool experience all the way to the flexible lounge furniture and dining space that functions as a barbeque area to make room for more outdoor activities.
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Lakeview Rooftop
LOCATION
CAIRO, EGYPT
DATE FEBRUARY, 2021
Lakeview Rooftop
To leverage the space without making it look cramped, the choice of a U-shaped built-in padded bench is greatly suitable for a sustainable design while the white color gives more exposure to the limited space, and the patterned cushions add vibrancy to it.
To infuse a warm atmosphere while blocking unnecessary light, a wooden pergola with a steel structure is installed with the addition of a few lanterns and spotlights that maintain the warm atmosphere at night. The plantations give the right amount of color while the white gravel and the concrete tiles harmonize well together.
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LOCATION
CAIRO, EGYPT
DATE FEBRUARY, 2021
Taking into consideration the nature of the location, the materials are selected to be low maintenance and durable while the tiles are placed under the shower for a good reason. The overall feel of the roof is designed to be highly sophisticated without ever compromising durability and functionality.
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LOCATION
CAIRO, EGYPT
DATE
NOVEMBER, 2018
Cleopatra Hospitals
The reception is meant to be welcoming and easy on the eyes; therefore, the color pallet had to be soothing with a hint of vibrance. The sunlight exposure and the indirect light give the space a tranquil atmosphere, making visitors comfortable enough to stay without fidgeting. The furniture selection relies on simplicity and functionality to achieve maximum space leverage.
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LOCATION
CAIRO, EGYPT
DATE NOVEMBER, 2018
Cleopatra Hospitals
The easiness of navigation is a priority in any multifaceted facility. Accordingly, signs are placed prominently to become highly visible to visitors. The reception desk area is designed to give a modern feel while maintaining the overall simple mood.
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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
A bouquet of architectural designs that are highly tailored to accentuate identities, captivate attention and leave lasting impressions.All projects take into consideration different measurements that aim at preserving surrounding nature, leveraging resources, contributing to the community and elevating lives.
SCOPE
Residential - Commercial (Hospitality - F&B)
Administraive - Educational
LOCATION JEDDAH, KSA
DATE SEPTEMBER, 2021
Serviced Apartments
The building is located at a vital urban junction on Jeddah-Madinah Road. The architecture is to initiate an intriguing dialogue with the disordered built environment through a unique yet contemporary gesture. The design wishes to break away from the typical mundane and repetitive urban residential housing and express a vibrant city life specific to Jeddah instead.
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Serviced Apartments
The building envelope with various protruding white frames becomes the in-between interface that stands out and strikes as unique. The frames with depth not only provide the necessary sun screen, but the resulting visual artistry also evokes imagination. While the frames embrace and display urban life, they also keep private life away from the surrounding environment with a proper yet ambiguous distance.
LOCATION
JEDDAH, KSA
DATE
SEPTEMBER, 2021
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LOCATION
ABU DHABI, UAE
DATE
DECEMBER, 2019
AD Future Schools
Major school functions are situated along a central linear spine (simplifies way finding and reduces secondary circulation).
Situating the main entrance at one end establishes a strong axis which is often expressed in the massing of the building.
Incorporating a variety of materials, colors, textures and forms to provide visual interest.
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“Ain Al Faydah”
LOCATION
ABU DHABI, UAE
DATE DECEMBER, 2019
AD Future Schools “Ain Al Faydah”
Along the spine, wide corridors improve traffic flow and reduce confrontation anxiety when moving between classes.
Girls and boys areas are fully seperated one at each end of the spine and the shared spaces are in the middle.
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LOCATION
ABU DHABI, UAE
DATE DECEMBER, 2019
AD Future Schools
High ceilings and narrow floor-to-ceiling windows for natural daylight and ventilation. Courtyards can offer weather protection in a securable indoor area used in assembly areas providing natural daylight, air ventilation and a supervised space.
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“Ain Al Faydah”
LOCATION
KIGALI, RWANDA
DATE
SEPTEMBER, 2020
Umusambi Village Cafe
Being surrounded by a one-of-a-kind nature & the fact that The Umusambi Village Cafe is situated in a disabled animal’s reserve put significant weight into how the architecture shouldn’t only be distinctive; it should also seamlessly integrate into its surroundings and contribute to the place.
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The Cafe is designed to be inviting and to give away a sense of belonging. The color palette and materials are inspired by the surrounding nature and its very core; hence, earthy tones, raw and eco-friendly materials such as ropes and tree leaves are implemented, adding so much more liveliness to the design.
EL. ± 0.00 LANDSCAPE LEVEL EL. +800 PLATFORM LEVEL EL. +913 CONTAINER FINISH LEVEL EL.
TERRACE LEVEL EL. +300 CIRCULAR PLATFORM LEVEL 300 500 114 2721 3679 7015 1100 1325 51 444 1050 1000 1479 500 300 500 114 2721 3679 7015 7015
+3635
EL.+1900
500 600 1876 509 1050
EL.+4835
WOODEN PERGOLA
NATURAL WOODEN PLATE ACRYLIC LOGO
COLORED BAMBOO STICKS FIXED ON COUNTER CERAMIC FINISH
WOODEN COUNTERTOP
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GALVANIZED STEEL COLUMN COVERED WITH BAMBOO STICKS
WOODEN STICKS ROPES
BAMBOO STICKS FIXED ON PERGOLA
WOODEN PERGOLA ROPES
PAINTED GALVANIZED STEEL
DECORATIVE PLATES CHEQUERED PLATES FIXED ON TRIANGULAR STIFFENERS
PAINTED GALVANIZED STEEL I-BEAM
NATURAL WOODEN PLATE
ACRYLIC LOGO
WOODEN COUNTERTOP
COLORED BAMBOO STICKS FIXED ON COUNTER
CERAMIC FINISH
GALVANIZED STEEL COLUMN COVERED WITH BAMBOO STICKS
EL. ± LANDSCAPE EL. +800 PLATFORM EL. +913 CONTAINER EL. +3635 TERRACE EL. +300 CIRCULAR 500 2541 244 200 1050 1000 1479 300 500 114 2721 3679 7015 1100 1325 51 444 1050 1000 1429 500 300 500 114 2721 3679 7015 7015
EL.+1900 EL.+4835 EL.+3785 500 1100 1325 560 850 200 1000 1178 302 500 600 1876 509 1050
EL.+800
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GALVANIZED STEEL COLUMN COVERED COLORED BAMBOO STICKS
WOODEN COUNTERTOP FIXED ON COUNTER
Everything the place stands for has to be reflected in The Umusambi Village Cafe. Accordingly, the tilted wooden pergola on the roof does not only protect from sun and rain; it provides a sustainable and renewable way of maintaining the space usage by using methods such as water conservation. a rainwater collection system is installed on the roof to collect water which can be stored in a water tank and filtered for reuse.
WITH BAMBOO STICKS
500 1095 2035 2069 EL. +800 PLATFORM LEVEL EL. +913 CONTAINER FINISH LEVEL EL. +3635 TERRACE LEVEL EL. +300 CIRCULAR PLATFORM LEVEL EL. ± 0.00 LANDSCAPE LEVEL 1001 800 600 500 1280 96 509 1050 2479 300 500 114 2721 3679 7315 EL.+800 EL.+1900 EL.+3785 EL.+4835 500 600 500 1280 96 509 1050 2479 51 509 1050 2165 NATURAL WOODEN PLATE BAMBOO STICKS FIXED ON PERGOLA WOODEN PERGOLA ROPES WOODEN STICKS ROPES
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Phone: +971522548604
Email: nouraa.khater@gmail.com
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