23I90
architects
FIELD
ARCHITECTURE, URBAN DESIGN, PLANNING
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YEAR OF EXPERIENCE
2010 to till date
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ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) from
Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (BUET)
Master of Architecture (M.Arch)
University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia
(Specialization in Urban Design & Planning)
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ABOUT
Architect Ruksana Afroz is a founding member of 23/90 Architects and played a significant role in shaping the early direction and growth of the practice until 2020. Her professional journey spans both Bangladesh and Australia, with extensive experience in architectural design, urban planning, and development approval processes.
During her time at 23/90 Architects, she was actively involved in project design development, consultant coordination, and approval documentation, contributing to a range of residential and urban-scale projects. Her work reflected a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and design integration.
Currently based in Sydney, Australia, she has developed strong expertise in Development Application (DA) and Construction Certificate (CC) documentation, working on residential and childcare projects across New South Wales. She possesses in-depth knowledge of Australian planning controls including LEP and DCP, and has experience in coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver compliant and efficient design solutions.
Her broader skillset includes urban analysis, master planning, stakeholder coordination, and project management. She is known for her ability to bridge planning regulations with design intent, ensuring both compliance and design quality.
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TEACHING
Ruksana Afroz has been actively involved in architectural education in Bangladesh. She served as:
• Assistant Professor at Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST)
• Senior Lecturer at Bangladesh University
• Lecturer at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology
Her academic involvement focused on design studios, architectural theory, and mentoring students in practical and research-based approaches to architecture.
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AFFILIATIONS
• Founding Member, 23/90 Architects
• Former Academic Faculty, Bangladesh University, MIST & SUST
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EXPERIENCE
Project Designer
Liskowski Architects, Sydney (2025–Present)
Working on childcare and residential projects across NSW, including DA/CC documentation, consultant coordination, and planning compliance.
Architectural Graduate
Bathla, Sydney (2022–2025)
Prepared development applications for residential projects and ensured compliance with Australian planning regulations (LEP, DCP).
Architectural Graduate
Baini Design, Sydney (2022)
Project Designer
Ideas Architects, Sydney (2020–2022)
principal architect
23/90 Architects, Dhaka (Founding Member, Active till 2020)
Contributed to design development, project coordination, and approval documentation in the formative years of the practice.
Assistant Professor
Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST) (2017–2018)
Senior Lecturer
Bangladesh University (2012–2017)
Lecturer
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (2011–2012)
Project Architect
Shabbir Ahmed Architects (2010)
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SPECIALIZED TRAINING / SKILLS
• Development Application (DA) & Construction Certificate (CC) Documentation (Australia)
• Urban Planning & Regulatory Compliance (LEP, DCP – NSW)
• Architectural Design & Master Planning
• Stakeholder & Consultant Coordination
• Project Management & Documentation
Software Proficiency:
AutoCAD, Revit Architecture, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, 3ds Max, CorelDRAW, Microsoft Office