Fahd Bitahi — Architectural Industrial Designer & Computational Design Specialist

About

Highly innovative and results-driven Architect and Industrial Designer with dual Master's specializations and proven ability to integrate AI and Python for design optimization. Recognized with a Certificate of Excellence for the Master's thesis "Architectural Resonance," awarded for its innovative approach to kinetic architecture and recommended for the Best Thesis Award in the Arab world (top 5%).

Design Philosophy

Innovation

Embracing innovative technologies and materials to create forward-thinking designs. Exploring new construction methods to enhance sustainability and efficiency.

Aesthetic Harmony

Seeking a balance between functionality and visual appeal in every architectural endeavor. Utilizing natural elements to blend with the environment.

User-Centric Approach

Designing spaces that prioritize the well-being and comfort of the people who will inhabit them.

Cultural Sensitivity

Respecting and integrating cultural influences to reflect the identity and heritage of a community.

12+

Projects Managed

25%

Efficiency Gain via AI/Python

95%

Client Satisfaction

6+

Languages Spoken

Top 5%

Recommended for Best Thesis Award in the Arab World

1st

In Europe — Politecnico di Milano (QS Rankings)

1st

In Morocco — ENA Rabat (Ministry of Education)

Experience

2025 – Present Pino Torinese, Italy

CEO & Founder

AETHEL — Sovereign Curatorial Atelier

Founded and lead an elite, closed-circuit curatorial ecosystem for high-net-worth collectors and avant-garde visionaries. Orchestrated benefit auctions at Casa Museo with 60% of proceeds to NGO partners. Established bespoke commission service (from €3,000, 4–16 week cycles) and a 6–12 month artist residency program. Implemented the Philanthropic Protocol: 10% of every commission donated to vetted NGOs.

07/2025 – 11/2025

Architect

Frontiere Design

Integrated BIM workflows (REVIT) to improve coordination and clash detection, increasing design precision and reducing on-site critical issues. Created innovative spatial solutions respecting aesthetic goals, budget, and regulatory constraints for premium residential and commercial spaces.

03/2024 – 02/2025 Milano, Italy

Architect Junior Intern

SIMONE MICHELE ARCHITECTURAL HERO

Contributed to conceptualizing bespoke industrial design elements for high-profile architectural projects, including furniture, lighting, and interior installations. Applied advanced 3D modeling (Rhino, Blender) and rendering (Lumion) for photorealistic visualizations and immersive walkthroughs. Coordinated cross-functional teams across three international time zones.

2020 – 2025

Freelance Architectural Designer & Software Developer

Independent Practice

Managed 12 diverse design projects, integrating Python and AI to improve design efficiency by 25% and achieving 95% client satisfaction. Delivered parametric design solutions, automated workflows, and computational design tools.

04/2021 – 04/2022 Casablanca, Morocco

Junior Architect

Adil Mourabbi Architects

Integrated BIM workflows (ARCHICAD) to improve project coordination and clash detection. Developed detailed construction documents and coordinated with engineering teams.

05/2022 – 08/2022 Casablanca, Morocco

Intern — Urban Planning

Agenzia Urbana di Casablanca

Analyzed and interpreted urban regulations for 3 large-scale urban development initiatives, accelerating permit acquisition timelines by 20%.

02/2019 – 07/2019

Construction Intern

Royal Mansour Casablanca w/ Vinci Energies Construction

Assisted supervision of a $50M+ luxury hospitality project, contributing to completion of critical phases 2 weeks ahead of schedule.

Portfolio

Project 01

ERZULIE

Exposition Gallery & Museum — Architecture

A museum and exposition gallery design utilizing warm welcoming materials such as wood to recall a meditating state, and white marble to highlight hallways and movement. The project merges sea elements with modern museum aesthetics.

Axonometric Views — ERZULIE

Analysis Sketch — ERZULIE

Exposition Gallery Interior — ERZULIE

Outdoor Night Ambience — ERZULIE

Outdoor Night Ambience II — ERZULIE

Restaurant Interior — ERZULIE

Interior View — ERZULIE

Project 02

Interior Design

Wellness & Villas — Interior Architecture

Curated interior spaces for wellness centers and luxury villas, prioritizing user comfort, natural light, and material harmony.

Interior Design — Feature

Wellness Center — Interior

Wellness Center II — Interior

Villa Casablanca — Interior

Villa Rabat — Interior

Project 03

Urban Projects

Public Spaces & Train Station — Urban Planning

Urban study case for Av. Al Houria in Rabat. The Agdal Train Station features dynamic modern architectural elements reflecting movement, inviting open spaces, and cultural connections through local art.

Axonometric — Urban Project

Agdal Train Station — Rabat

Public Space Design — Av. Al Houria

Project 04

Furniture Design

Modular Desk & Street Furniture — Industrial Design

Study cases in industrial and furniture design, including a modular desk and street furniture (modular trash bin). Focuses on plans, usage, sketches, and material integration.

Modular Desktop — Main

Sketches — Furniture Design

Modular Desktop — Plans

Modular Desktop — Render Views

Street Furniture — Main

Modular Trash Bin — Street Furniture

Project 05

Residential

Plans & Sections — Architecture

Detailed architectural drawings for a residential building, showcasing ground floor plans, roof plans, sections, and underground parking integration.

Residential Building — Main

Ground Floor Plan — Residential

Roof Plan — Residential

Sections — Residential

Underground Parking Plan — Residential

Project 06

Freelance

Diverse Projects — Architecture & Design

A collection of freelance initiatives highlighting sustainable architecture, computational design, and diverse client requirements across multiple countries.

Freelance — Feature

Music Museum — View I

Music Museum — View II

Cabin in the Wood — Freelance

Villa Fabi — Freelance

Villa Kurchkov — Freelance

Entertainment Billardo — Interior

Residential Building — Rabat, Morocco

Education & Skills

2023 – 02/2025

Master in Industrial Design for Architecture

Politecnico di Milano

Ranked 1st in Europe (Southern Europe) — QS World University Rankings

2017 – 2023

Master's Degree in Architecture

École Nationale d'Architecture de Rabat (ENA)

Ranked 1st in Morocco — Ministry of Education

2014 – 2017

International Scientific Baccalaureate

Lycée Charif Al Idrissi

Technical Skills

BIM & CAD

Archicad (Expert), AutoCAD (Competent), Rhino (Competent), Revit (Competent)

3D Modeling & Rendering

Vray, Lumion, Blender, Twinmotion, Unreal Engine

Programming & Computational Design

Python, AI/ML, HTML, C++, VS Code

Project Management

Google PM Certified, Budgeting, Team Management

Graphic Design

Photoshop, Canva, Office Suite

Languages

English Fluent — C1/C2

French Fluent — C1/C2

Arabic Native

Tamazight Intermediate

Darija Native

Italian Basic — B1

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