Elio GhantousARCHITECTURE & BEYOND
PORTFOLIO / ELIO GHANTOUS

From first idea
to built form.

3.4years

Detailed Design

3.5years

Design

1.5years

On-site Execution

I’m Elio Ghantous, a Project Architect with nearly eight years of professional experience since completing my BA.

My experience spans architectural design, site work, execution and technical documentation, supported by a strong BIM background. Having worked in Beirut and Saudi Arabia, I have contributed across project stages, from pre-concept design to tender documentation & IFC.

Alongside my architectural practice, I’m a business owner. I welcome new challenges and experiences with curiosity and an open mind, always ready to learn, grow and explore new possibilities.

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1 CONTACT Lebanon +961 70 410 319 elioghantous96@gmail.com LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/ elio-ghantous-83426b1b4 EDUCATION Master in Architecture Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, Lebanon 2018 - 2020 BS in Architectural Studies Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, Lebanon 2014 - 2018 CORE STRENGTHS • Architectural Coordination • Project Delivery Coordination • Multidisciplinary Collaboration • Design Development • Site Supervision • Stakeholder Coordination • Technical Documentation • Shop Drawings and BOQs • Revit and BIM ELIO GHANTOUS Project Architect Project Architect combining design coordination, technical documentation and site delivery across Lebanon and the Gulf. Coordinates project teams and translates architectural intent into clear, buildable information. EXPERIENCE JT+Partners Project Architect (3 years 5 months) Dubai / Beirut | May 2023 - Present • Coordinate architectural development and drawing deliverables for The Hub, integrating design-team and subconsultant inputs from concept stage, with responsibility for progressing the project through to tender. • Developed architectural design and documentation for Qiddiya East Village, encompassing five-star and three-star hotels, special asset buildings and serviced apartments. • Contributed to architectural design development and drawing packages for a residential building within Flora, a commercial and residential development. Archico International Design Architect (6 months) Saudi Arabia | Oct 2022 - Apr 2023 • Prepared architectural concept designs for Etissam Hospital in Jeddah. • Developed concept proposals for ANB Bank TeleMoney branches in Riyadh. • Undertook interior design development for lobby, spa and gym facilities at Dr. Sulaiman Hospital. • Conducted site supervision and follow-up, coordinating design information with construction requirements. Archico Consultants Architect (4 months) Jdeideh, Lebanon | Jun 2022 - Oct 2022 • Prepared architectural concept designs for Nasseem Medical Center in Nigeria. • Developed concept and schematic designs for residential buildings in Lagos. • Contributed to design development for Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Pharmacies in Saudi Arabia. • Developed renovation and redesign proposals for an existing villa in Chekka, translating project requirements into architectural drawings.
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2 SOFTWARE Design and BIM Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp Visualization Lumion, Enscape, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign Planning and productivity Primavera, Microsoft Office LANGUAGES Arabic | Native French | Native English | Full professional proficiency EXPERIENCE Farja Contracting Site Architect (1 year 6 months) Sin El Fil, Lebanon | Dec 2020 - Jun 2022 • Coordinated architectural renovation and redesign works for Federal Bank headquarters, with an estimated project value of USD 2 million. • Inspected high-end apartment works at Place Pasteur, Gemmayze, assessing workmanship and conformity with architectural design requirements. • Coordinated with clients, contractors and subcontractors to resolve site interfaces and outstanding technical requirements. PLANR Studio Junior Architect (2 years 9 months) Sin El Fil, Lebanon | Mar 2018 - Dec 2020 • Contributed to architectural concepts and interior design for residential, healthcare and educational projects. • Produced design development drawings, shop drawings and bills of quantities; supported site follow-up and coordination of drawing and construction requirements. • Contributed to the finalist entry for YAC Rwanda Chapel (2019) and to presentation, rendering and photography for Sagesse Sports Complex, published on ArchDaily. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE • Freelance Architect | 2017 - Present: Interior design, execution packages and site follow-up, including architectural documentation for Babel at Dubai Mall. • Architectural Intern | Matta Contracting et Associés | Summer 2017: Contributed to the renovation and extension of an existing house in Ashrafieh. OTHER EXPERIENCE • Owner & Co-founder | Shesallthat Jewelry April 2023 - Present • Owner & Co-founder | Booz Bottle June 2020 - Present Cocktails and bar services. CERTIFICATIONS Autodesk Revit Architectural Advanced Autodesk Authorized Training Center (BIM-ME) | July 2024 Autodesk Revit Architectural Essentials Autodesk Authorized Training Center (BIM-ME) | June 2024 Write Professional Emails in English Georgia Institute of Technology | February 2021 Mind Control University of Toronto | January 2021 AutoCAD 2D Intermediate Autodesk Certificate | 2016