LAWRENCE NDERITU MUREITHI
Graduate Architect
Nairobi
Summary
I'm a detail-oriented and creative Graduate Architect with a strong background in architectural design, construction methods, and sustainable building practices. I have hands-on experience with leading design software like ArchiCAD, SketchUp, Rhinoceros, D5 Render, and Lumion, allowing me to bring concepts to life with precision and efficiency. Passionate about blending sustainability with modern architecture, I focus on creating eco-friendly, functional, and visually appealing spaces. I thrive in project management, problem-solving, and collaborating with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, well-executed designs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Architect
Self-Employed
01.2024 - Current
- Designed bespoke bungalows, maisonettes, and student housing, ensuring optimal space planning, natural lighting, and user comfort
- Developed mid-rise and high-rise apartment blocks, focusing on ventilation, affordability, and structural integrity
- Optimized staff workflow, customer experience, and regulatory compliance in restaurant design
- Designed dynamic leisure and entertainment facilities with sustainable principles for recreational centers
- Created worship spaces with a focus on acoustics and spatial organization in church architecture
- Produced high-quality architectural renderings and walkthroughs for project approvals
- Assisted in managing a surge in project workload over four months at Domus Architects
- Collaborated with Slum Dwellers International (SDI), Kaza Mwendo Co-operative, and the University of Montréal to develop sustainable and cost-effective housing solutions in the Kaza Mwendo Affordable Housing Program
- Led the preparation of detailed architectural drawings and documentation, ensuring compliance with industry regulations
Education
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)
ICDL Certification - undefined
Nairobi Institute of Business Studies (NIBS)
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Oloolaiser High School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Emmanuel Learning Centre
Skills
- Architectural Design & Drafting
- BIM & CAD Software
- Construction Knowledge
- Sustainable Design
- Project Management
- 3D Visualization & Rendering
- Sketching & Presentation
- Client Relations & Collaboration
- Time Management & Organization
- Budgeting & Cost Estimation
- Adaptability & Continuous Learning
Timeline
Freelance Architect
Self-Employed
01.2024 - Current
ICDL Certification - undefined
Nairobi Institute of Business Studies (NIBS)
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Oloolaiser High School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Emmanuel Learning Centre
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)
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