Firas Hamdan Email & Phone Number

Amman, Jordan

Specializing in the collection of artisanal handcrafted rugs, celebrated for our exceptional craftsmanship, strategic partnerships, and personalized customer service.At Rigma Patterns, we curate a diverse collection of handcrafted rugs, collaborating closely with artisans to ensure impeccable quality and craftsmanship. We prioritize developing and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to guarantee the finest materials for our products. Our dedicated team meticulously manages inventory and stock levels to meet demand efficiently.Additionally, we implement innovative marketing strategies to promote Rigma Patterns and showcase our unique offerings. Above all, we pride ourselves on providing personalized customer service and guidance, ensuring every client finds the perfect rug to suit their needs and preferences.

Amman, Jordan

Led research on Jordan's tourism sector in the Northern Region, developing interventions for MSEs/HBBs under the USAID Iqlaa program.Established artisan networks, identifying 250 artisans, enhancing market access and sustainable business practices.Coordinated research design and fieldwork, including quantitative and qualitative data collection.

Amman, Jordan

- Guided research refinement, provided feedback on design concepts.- Demonstrated expertise in design principles and assisted in technical drawing.- Reviewed portfolios and provided guidance on creative writing and art direction.- Key Achievement: Supported participants in showcasing their work at international events such as Bazar Berlin.

Jordan

- Managed the Craft Sector Mapping in Palestine, conducting intensive field research and stakeholder engagement.- Authored comprehensive reports used to inform policy on economic development and cultural heritage preservation.- Responsibilities included identifying master artisans, understanding local crafts at risk, conducting interviews, gathering and analyzing data, and producing comprehensive reports.- Key Achievement: Identified 150 artisans and established networks in the West Bank, Jerusalem, and Gaza Strip.

Amman, Jordan

- Guided apprentice trainees in honing their craft and design skills.- Facilitated creative research and expression within craft-making.- Products from this program were showcased at Bazar Berlin in November 2022.

Amman, Jordan

- Developed and implemented training curricula to enhance technical skills and foster creativity, tailored to diverse learner needs.- Delivered dynamic presentations to effectively convey educational content and coordinated projects to support student learning and achievement.- Conducted research and analysis to identify industry and market trends, informing curriculum development and ensuring alignment with industry demands.- Cultivated partnerships with businesses and organizations to enhance training opportunities and promote student employability, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure program relevance.- Communicated effectively with students, colleagues, and stakeholders to foster a supportive learning environment, integrating feedback to continuously improve training programs.- Provided guidance and support to students to help them achieve their educational and professional goals, contributing to their overall success and development.

Jordan

- Led the comprehensive research initiative to assess and expand Turquoise Mountain’s craft programs in Jordan, focusing on identifying master artisans and evaluating traditional craft practices.- Conducted field research across various cities, including Amman, Al-Karak, Madaba, and Al-Mafraq, covering multiple craft forms such as rug weaving, stone carving, basket weaving, Ajami woodwork, and other regional crafts.- Interviewed artisans, conducted sampling exercises to assess craftsmanship, and fostered collaboration between artisans and Turquoise Mountain’s internal design teams.- Worked closely with community stakeholders and policymakers to evaluate the economic and cultural impact of traditional crafts.- Identified and engaged over 250 artisans across various crafts, establishing a broad network for future collaborations and production initiatives.- Mapped and evaluated master artisans in rug weaving and stone carving, providing detailed recommendations to revitalize rug weaving and enhance collaborations in stone carving.-Strengthened artisan networks and promoted innovative design interventions in basket weaving and Ajami woodwork.- Improved research methodologies and tools to enhance data accuracy and reliability.- Drafted strategic reports that shape interventions for promoting and preserving Jordanian crafts, enhancing market reach, and ensuring sustainable growth for local artisans.- Provided valuable insights into Jordan’s traditional craft practices, laying the foundation for future collaborations and contributing to long-term strategies aimed at enhancing the visibility and market access of Jordanian crafts.

Amman Governorate, Jordan

- Preparation of the Nomination File and Management Plan for the Inscription of the City of Salt on the World Heritage List, AsSalt, Jordan – Greater Salt Municipality- Kullieyat al Shari’a and Aesha al Baounyiah Streets’ Urban and Public Space Design in Jabal al Weibdeh, Amman Jordan- Greater Amman Municipality- Al Ain Palace Museum (H.H Shaikh Zayed Al Nahayan Palace)– Conservation Management Plan, Abu Dhabi, UAE – Tourism & Cultural Authority Abu DhabiTURATH is an architectural design and research foundation providing consultation in heritage conservation, architectural research and design, urban design, cultural resources management, heritage tourism, environmental studies, and other topics related to heritage and the environment.

Amman Governorate, Jordan

In charge of designing products, processes, services, events, and environments with a focus placed on the quality of the user experience and culturally relevant solutions.

Amman Jordan

By implementing the following skills that helped building the professional out put of the job tasks : Conceptual Thinking, proposal writing and scientific research, social Media. Main tasks : Concept creating, rendering and visualization, design development, preparation of construction documents including layout, softscape and lighting design plans. Used Softwares: Autocad, Photoshop, Google SketchUp, Lumion, Windows Live Movie Maker, and Microsoft Office

Master'S Degree, Spatial Planning

This one-of-a-kind graduate program in Spatial Planning as an interdisciplinary field of study incorporates multi-dimensional perspectives.

Bachelor'S Degree, Architectural Engineering, Good

Scientific