Parnia SHAHAB
Intern Architect
B.Arch., M.Arch., MFA.
Hometown: Tehran, Iran
Higher Education: University of Tehran – Tehran, Iran
University of Calgary – Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Parnia holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and a Master’s degree in Architecture from the University of Tehran. In September 2022, she completed her second Master’s degree in Fine Arts at the University of Calgary, culminating in her final art exhibition, "Floating Bodies," at Contemporary Calgary.
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Identifying as both an artist and a designer has profoundly shaped Parnia's perspectives and aspirations. One of her defining strengths is her ability to seamlessly integrate artistic creativity with pragmatic architectural solutions. She thrives on the challenge of discovering innovative design solutions while ensuring adherence to industry regulations.
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In her role as an Intern Architect at Systemic Architecture, Parnia's distinctive combination of artistic and design skills significantly enhances her contributions to various projects. Over the past four years of her Canadian experience, she has developed extensive experience across a diverse range of building typologies, including residential, commercial, mixed-use developments, and industrial facilities.
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Parnia enjoys fostering strong relationships with clients and consultants, which facilitates the smooth progression of projects. She is proficient in a variety of design software, including Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Rhino, as well as creative tools such as Grasshopper, Unreal Engine, Blender, and the Adobe Creative Cloud.
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In addition to her academic and professional pursuits, Parnia has cultivated over four years of ballet experience, deepening her understanding of movement and spatial dynamics within various urban contexts.