I am a dynamic professional with a strong foundation in architecture and real estate finance. I aim to merge these disciplines to create innovative, sustainable, and financially sound developments. Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Real Estate Development at Columbia University, I am focused on integrating architectural design principles with financial strategies to deliver impactful urban projects.With a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the Southern California Institute of Architecture, I honed my design thinking, 3D modeling, and spatial analysis skills. My experience ranges from drafting and conceptualizing layouts for complex urban projects to understanding the intricacies of structural and environmental design. This background allows me to envision and execute projects that are not only visually compelling but also functional and community-centered.At Columbia, I have expanded my expertise into the financial side of real estate, studying Real Estate Finance, Market Analysis, REIT Analysis, Underwriting, and Advanced Excel Modeling. This training has equipped me with the analytical skills to evaluate investment opportunities, perform financial modeling, and manage capital structures effectively. My goal is to bridge the gap between development's creative and financial aspects, ensuring that great design is matched with robust financial performance.Professionally, I have applied this dual focus in roles such as Architect/Designer I at SSH in Kuwait, where I collaborated on projects ranging from community parks to skyscrapers, integrating market analytics and valuation methods to support sustainable and profitable development strategies. My work in the Kuwait National Military Service further enhanced my ability to align design efficiency with logistical and financial planning, optimizing space utilization and operational flow.By combining architecture and finance, I seek to lead projects that are innovative in design and sound in financial feasibility. I believe that a comprehensive approach that considers aesthetic and economic factors creates the most successful real estate ventures. I am particularly interested in projects involving urban regeneration, mixed-use developments, and sustainable solutions that enhance community living and investor value.I am eager to connect with like-minded professionals and organizations looking to innovate at the intersection of design and finance in real estate development.