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Hi, I'm Nahuel, an architect based in New Zealand with over 6 years of experience in residential design, architectural documentation, and 3D visualisation. I help homeowners, builders, developers, and architecture studios turn ideas into practical, functional, and well-designed spaces. I've worked on projects ranging from new homes and renovations to extensions and multi-unit residential developments. Whether you're starting from scratch or already have an existing design, I can help with: - Residential and concept design - Renovations and extensions - Floor plans, elevations, and sections - Architectural documentation - Feasibility studies and site layouts - Floor plan optimisation - 3D modelling - Interior and exterior visualisation - Walkthroughs I enjoy working through the different stages of a project, from exploring early ideas and layout options to preparing clear drawings and presentation material. I focus on creating thoughtful solutions that balance functionality, aesthetics, and the specific needs of each client. I work with ArchiCAD, Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Twinmotion, and Photoshop, adapting my workflow to the requirements of each project. Clear communication and reliability are very important to me. I like to keep clients involved throughout the process, listen carefully to their feedback, and deliver organised work that helps move the project forward. Feel free to get in touch and tell me about your project. I’d be happy to discuss how I can help.

With over 14 years of mechanical design experience across Argentina and New Zealand, I bring a solid foundation in technical problem-solving, team collaboration, and project delivery. My background includes working on complex industrial and construction projects, where I’ve liaised closely with engineers, fabricators, and site crews to ensure smooth execution and on-time delivery. I’m highly skilled in tools like Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD, which have enabled me to bridge the gap between concept and implementation with a practical, solutions-oriented approach.

Nearest availability: Currently Open - secure & reserve your time today 📂 Architect & SketchUp Specialist with 10+ years user experience delivering high performance design, accurate 3D modelling & passive house certification. Proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD, SketchUp Pro, Adobe Photoshop & Creative Suite, DesignPH v2.0 & PHPP v10.6. Architectural Expertise: ✔️ Detail-orientated design proposals. ✔️ Efficient floor plans, sections & elevations. ✔️ Thermal envelope geometric modelling. ✔️ Site specific shading & solar-analysis. ✔️ Passive House consultation / peer review. ✔️ DesignPH v2.0 import to PHPP v10.6. SketchUp Expertise: ✔️ Clean, precise & scaled 2D, 3D geometry. ✔️ Individual groups & unique components. ✔️ Easy to understand well organised layers. ✔️ Custom-built styles ready for import. ✔️ Exterior, Interior model navigation scenes. ✔️ AutoCAD import to SketchUp Pro. Recently new to UpWork and ready to go ~ I welcome the opportunity to offer my skillset to ensure you receive an exceptional outcome for your project.

Experienced Mechanical and Structural Engineering Technician with a strong background in fire protection and fire alarm systems, as well as structural steel design. Skilled in using industry-standard software, including AutoCAD and REVIT, to create detailed designs and comprehensive drawings. Proficient in architectural drafting of buildings and site plans. If you are looking for a talented design technician with BIM experience, I would be happy to discuss how I can contribute to the success of your next project.

Plaza® Desígnio - Unified Design & Cost Planning Through Plaza, I provide Strategic Pre-construction Planning to ensure project certainty, financial alignment and an optimised construction process by proactively unifying architecture, cost and site reality. Many building projects and companies fail at the intersection of design, resource allocation, price escalation, construction, variations and overhead. My unified services provide grounded, executable strategies that facilitate informed decision-making. This process is backed by over 24 years of practice as a Brazilian-registered Architect/Urban Planner and New Zealand-trained Quantity Surveyor. Tailored for property owners, developers, designers, and main and sub-contractors, my methodology ensures that every building project is financially secured by cost engineering and buildability analysis at the front-end. I operate across a diverse range of sectors, including new construction, remodeling and fit-outs for residential, commercial, institutional and industrial projects, with expertise in complex slope sites. The services are managed via Upwork Fixed-price Contracts/Milestones to ensure budget predictability. Inquiries for professional engagement are welcome. Do you want to build? Start here. I offer: 1) B2C PRE-CONSTRUCTION STRATEGIC PLANNING - Cost Planning - Unified Space & Cost Planning - Pre-purchase Property Potential Assessment - Owner-Builder 1-Hour Pre-Construction Mapping Session (Bookable via Upwork Consultations) - a targeted, high-impact session to evaluate your self-managed project's architectural, cost, and scheduling frameworks before you commit capital. - Site Development Feasibility / Master Plan / Concept Design for: . Residential (Single / Multi-unit Dwellings / Home Remodeling) . Retail, Offices and Hospitality, including Fit-out . Institutional (Healthcare, Educational, Civic, Community, Religious Buildings) . Warehouses / Workshops 2) B2B STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP -For Main Contractors, Subcontractors & Developers - Plaza® speaks Profitability A dashboard only tracks the problem; it doesn't fix it. Plaza doesn't just price jobs; It builds the Financial Framework that ensures your business stays profitable. . Pricing Strategy: Building custom price structure based on your specific labour and plant rates, suppliers, subcontractors, indirect costs and targeted profits that reflects your true cost of doing business . Operational System: Designing and implementing contract-relevant workflows to bridge the gap between design documentation, stakeholder communication, and construction. . Tailored Fee Structure: Flexible engagement models and tiered pricing designed to align with your project’s complexity. -For Designers & Developers - Design-Budget Synthesis I act as your commercial wing to ensure your creative vision is viable from day one. This process maintains design integrity by preventing the need for aggressive value engineering (cost-cutting) at the end. . Conceptual Spatial & Typology Viability Matrices: Comparative modeling to test spatial efficiency against macro-cost boundaries before design begins. . Conceptual Cost Assessment: Real-time pricing at project inception to guide decision-making. . Developed Design Cost Assessment: Integrating architectural / structural specifications with market-cost reality. ABOUT PLAZA® Founded in 2023, Plaza® Desígnio is an Auckland-based architectural workshop, a place where the practice of building construction is observed as art & craft, and services are rendered in a custom-made fashion. I work collaboratively with property owners, designers, and contractors to achieve project goals by unifying design and construction aspects, which are often treated in isolation. This holistic approach to architecture drives effective decision-making and resource savings without compromising aesthetics or well-being. TECHNICAL CAPABILITY . Jurisdiction Capability: - Brazil: Full architectural design, cost and signing authority - New Zealand: Technical Lead for Multi-storey / Commercial developments; Design & Cost Consultant for Residential projects - Australia & Global: Design-lead Cost Estimation, Master Plan, Conceptual Design and Technical Oversight across Residential / Commercial . Industry Standards: - AU/NZ: Bill of Quantities (ANZSMM 2022) - NZS 3604 & NZS 4229 - USA: Cost Estimates / Submittals (CSI MasterFormat) - Brazil: SINAPI/CUB . Systems: - Procore (Certified), Buildxact, Wunderbuild, Xero, MYOB - Advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project - High-accuracy 3D SketchUp® take-offs - AutoCAD 2D, SketchUp LayOut, InDesign

I'm a highly skilled mechanical design engineer with over 10 years of professional experience in CAD modelling, custom fabrication, and project delivery. Specializing in SolidWorks, I transform concepts into precise, build-ready models and technical drawings—whether it’s for CNC manufacturing, product development, or detailed assemblies. My background spans bespoke joinery, structural steel, and complex mechanical systems, giving me the versatility to tackle projects with accuracy, efficiency, and creativity. If you're looking for CAD work that blends practicality with design precision, I’m ready to bring your ideas to life.