NAWRIN LAYLA
Architect (M.Sc. Construction & Real Estate Management)
Location: Cologne (Köln), Germany
Email: layla.nawrin@gmail.com
Professional Summary
Architect with 10+ years of experience in BIM-based design, coordinated planning and construction supervision for commercial, industrial and urban development projects. Strong focus on sustainable, energy‑efficient design and compliance with building regulations, with hands‑on work across HOAI-style phases (LPH 1–8). Skilled in AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, SketchUp/V‑Ray, Adobe Suite, MS Project and energy/performance analysis using IES Virtual Environment.
Core Competencies
Design & BIM
- BIM-based concept & detailed design (LPH 1–5 equivalent)
- 2D/3D modeling, coordinated drawings, approvals
Planning & Delivery
- Tender/technical documentation, presentations, submissions
- Site supervision, documentation, coordination with contractors & planners (LPH 5–8 equivalent)
Tools
- AutoCAD, ArchiCAD
- SketchUp, V‑Ray
- Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop
- MS Project, Microsoft 365
- IES Virtual Environment (BPA)
Professional Experience
Architect, Summit Corporation Ltd. (Bangladesh)
Dec 2013 – Apr 2023
- Developed BIM-based concepts and 3D models for a 15,657 m² commercial building and a 5,574 m² factory hall; coordinated approvals and execution planning (LPH 1–5 equivalent).
- Supported lead architect for two office buildings and a 200‑bed staff dormitory: 3D modelling and coordinated architectural drawings.
- Contributed to tender documents and submissions for a 38,989 m² government urban development project (LPH 1–4 equivalent) with Ayan Sen Architects (India).
- Responsible for site supervision, construction documentation and coordination with contractors and specialist planners across multiple projects (LPH 5–8 equivalent).
Assistant Architect, Nayreet Architects Ltd. (Bangladesh)
Sep 2012 – Nov 2013
- Supported design of residential and commercial buildings (LPH 1–3 equivalent) in coordination with structural, MEP and electrical disciplines.
- Produced 2D drawings, 3D models and visualizations using AutoCAD, SketchUp, V‑Ray, Photoshop and InDesign; strengthened BIM coordination skills.
- Contributed to corporate interior design projects for bank and telecom branches; supported early planning, documentation and site inspections.
Education
M.Sc. Construction & Real Estate Management, HTW Berlin (DE) & Metropolia UAS (FI)
Mar 2019 – Dec 2021
- Thesis: Building performance analysis for sustainable design using BIM‑integrated thermal/energy analysis (IES VE BPA); standards referenced included ASHRAE 90.1, ASHRAE 62.2 and ISO 52000‑1:2017.
- Solid understanding of HOAI phases (1–9) and German building regulations through coursework and applied design/analysis projects.
B.Sc. Architecture, North South University (Bangladesh)
Jun 2007 – Aug 2012
Selected Projects
Hi‑Tech City, Gazipur, Bangladesh (368,264 m²)
Concept design and tender documentation with Ayansen Architects (India) for Bangladesh Hi‑Tech Park Authority. Focus on energy‑efficient masterplanning.
Tools: AutoCAD, SketchUp | Standard: BNBC 2003
Mirsharai Economic Zone, Chittagong, Bangladesh (33,800 acres)
Planning documentation, consultant coordination and tender support for large‑scale economic zone development.
Tools: AutoCAD, MS Project
Oryx Building, Block 2, Hi‑Tech City (15,657 m²)
Lead design architect; concept, design/execution drawings and site supervision for a biotech production facility (completed Sep 2019).
Tools: AutoCAD, SketchUp, V‑Ray, Coral Draw, Adobe Illustrator | Standard: BNBC 2003
Banglatronics Building, Block 5, Hi‑Tech City (5,574 m²)
Lead architect; architectural planning and execution drawings for an industrial mobile‑device manufacturing facility (completed May 2018).
Tools: AutoCAD, SketchUp, V‑Ray | Standard: BNBC 2003
Residential & Office Complex – Gazipur Power Plant II
Independent architect; design and construction coordination for a residential/mixed complex (completed Oct 2018).
Tools: AutoCAD, SketchUp | Standard: BNBC 2003
Selected buildings in Dhaka (ABC Real Estate 55,890 m² / Bhistee Development 246 m²)
Architectural plans and conceptual 3D models under senior architect supervision.
Tools: AutoCAD, SketchUp
Corporate Interior Design Projects
Interiors for finance institutes and telecom providers; functional, brand‑aligned space planning.
Tools: AutoCAD, SketchUp, V‑Ray, Photoshop
Hamiduzzaman Khan Sculpture Park, Gazipur
Supported architectural detailing, structural coordination and landscape planning for a public sculpture park.
Tools: AutoCAD, Photoshop
Additional Information
- Languages: English (fluent), German (B1), Bangla (native)
- Driving license: Class B (EU)
- Accreditation: Accredited Member, Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB)