Cristian IOJA
Tirgu-Mures
Summary
Fascinated by how things work, I have a lifelong passion for dismantling and reassembling toys and devices, which has extended to sculpting, wood carving, drawing, geometry, and ultimately design and architecture. These experiences have greatly influenced my perspective on the built environment, objects we create, and our interactions with them. With exposure to diverse cultural contexts through my work in architecture and interior design firms, I excel both as a collaborative team member and an independent contributor. Currently seeking to re-establish my career in architecture and design after taking time off to care for my father during his post-op recovery and recent volunteering role.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Provider
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Mures, Alba
09.2024 - Current
- Providing basic care for my father
- Details on request
Volunteer Staff
Bodhisattva Buddhist Centre
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Various building repairs: construction, decoration, woodwork and furniture
- Gardening and grounds maintenance
- Helping in the café - mostly, hot drinks preparation
- Rewiring one of the internet connections of the Centre
- Helping with security and welcoming the guests for two major meditation retreats hosted at the Centre
Home Care Provider
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided care at home while my father was in post-surgery recovery
- This experience overlapped with my previous role for three months
- Details on request
Interior Designer
Steelcase
Cluj Napoca, Romania
01.2019 - 11.2023
- Supported sales managers, proposal teams, and Steelcase dealers in creating workplace design support for strategic accounts and opportunities across EMEA and ME
- Provided product expertise and workplace design solutions, including thought-starters, product settings, space plans, concept designs, animations, and design and product support for RFP/Tender responses
Volunteer
Bodhisattva Meditation Centre
03.2024 - 09.2023
- Rewiring one of the internet connections of the Centre
- Helping with security and welcoming the guests for two major meditation retreats hosted at the Centre
- Various building repairs: construction, decoration, woodwork and furniture
- Gardening and grounds maintenance
- Helping in the café - mostly, hot drinks preparation
Freelance Design Work
10.2017 - 12.2018
- Worked with private clients on residential projects, covering activities such as building surveys, design and drafting, drawings preparation, interior, and furnishing design solutions
Architectural Draughtsman
Hart-Baskerville Architects
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Conducted building surveys, design, drafting, and preparation of drawings for residential projects, including project documentations for Permitted Development, and Planning Applications
Volunteer
Bodhisattva Meditation Centre
05.2015 - 06.2017
- Engaged initially in Cafeteria and Kitchen work, plus gardening and building maintenance
- Managed the World Peace Café: where I oversaw training and coordinating the other volunteers, schedule on a weekly and daily basis
Architect
Energobit Renewable
02.2013 - 03.2015
- Undertook architectural design and drafting for solar and wind farm projects, preparing Planning Applications and Approval Documentations for the County Council
Architect
Atelier FKM
03.2011 - 02.2013
- Conducted architectural design and drafting for residential and industrial projects, including technical project drawings for large-scale industrial projects
Interior designer traineeship
Mayan Design
04.2009 - 09.2009
- Conducted architectural design and drafting for residential projects, as well as 3D modelling, visualization, and image editing
Education
Diploma of Architecture (Masters ) -
Technical University
Cluj-NapocaSkills
active listen, team player good communicator
AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, pCon Pro, Sketch Up
3D Studio Max
Adobe Suite
MS Office
Driving Licence
Client confidentiality
Problem-solving abilities
Compassionate care
Teamwork and collaboration
Personal care
Teamwork
Interpersonal communication
Documentation
Patient assistance
Meal preparation
Recreationalinterests
- Sculpture, arts, and crafts
- Nature walks and hikes
- Meditation
Timeline
Home Care Provider
-
09.2024 - Current
Volunteer Staff
Bodhisattva Buddhist Centre
03.2024 - 09.2024
Volunteer
Bodhisattva Meditation Centre
03.2024 - 09.2023
Home Care Provider
08.2023 - 01.2024
Interior Designer
Steelcase
01.2019 - 11.2023
Freelance Design Work
10.2017 - 12.2018
Architectural Draughtsman
Hart-Baskerville Architects
09.2015 - 09.2017
Volunteer
Bodhisattva Meditation Centre
05.2015 - 06.2017
Architect
Energobit Renewable
02.2013 - 03.2015
Architect
Atelier FKM
03.2011 - 02.2013
Interior designer traineeship
Mayan Design
04.2009 - 09.2009
Diploma of Architecture (Masters ) -
Technical University
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