I am Bikram Rupakheti. An Architectural Product and Façade Design Consultant
based in Greece.

A technical professional with over 24 years of experience as R&D manager, technical project coordinator, technical manager, project manager and designer in various fields, product design, project estimation, manufacturing, technical training, project-planning, advice on special projects to customer interns of the architectural aluminium products. I am probably the most passionate designer you will ever get to work with. If you have a great project that needs some amazing skills and expertise, I am your person.

I also collaborate with experienced engineers. As a team we undertake the design and independent checks of multiple projects. Please visit our team’s website www.iv-sdc.com.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Companies I have collaborated with

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Aluminco S.A., Reasearch & Development Manager

I an currently leading the design team for Aluminco S.A. in Greece for the past 5 years. creating new architectural aluminium products.

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Alumil Middle East, Technical Project Coordinator

I have been involved in a wide variety of projects collaborating with the very respectfull company Alumil Middle East (U.A.E.) for over 5 years.

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Alutech Wll., Project & Technical Manager

I was in charge of the project management, finding technical solutions for Alutech Bahrain for over a year, executing a very specific project.

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Arcal Wll., Project Coordinator

I started my career as Façade Designner and Project Manager with Arcal Wll Bahrain, handling and executing aluminium projects for over 7 years.

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Specialist Services, Interior Designer

I have worked on various projects. specialized in portable living houses, recreational vehicles, and offshore rigs. It was a great opportunity for me to acquire knowledge and skills with Specialist Services for over 6 years.

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Bologna Building Materials, Interior Designer

I started my design career with the BBM Italian company as Interior Designer. I was in charge of creating interior design and rendering the project for over a year.

Philosophy & values

I think everyone wants the same thing: a relationship with humanity, peace with metaphysics, and experience with the universe in different dimensions. I try to seize and express all these with my values: innovation, authenticity, creativity, sustainability, eco-friendliness, and hospitality.

Skillset

With skills in various fields of design, management and support, I am the perfect person to collaborate with when it comes to a complete project. Whatever your needs are, I can meet any challenge related to my profession.

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Façade Design and Consulting

Vast experience in providing practical solutions and advises to realize any concept façade design.

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Product Design and Consulting

Having worked on the design field I have developed the skills to understand the users’ needs, solve any upcoming problem and create great products.

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Product Testing

My professional experience gave me the unique skills to understand the product performance after design, by passing through various tests and obtaining a satisfactory success rate, applying various testing standards, i.e. ASTM, AAMA, EN, BS.

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Technical Supervision

Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating man power, such as inspectors, precision workers, machine operators, assemblers, fabricators, as well as plant and system operators.

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Interior Design

I started my design journey with visualization design during my college days. Render really fascinates me because of the flexibility to express and realize my thoughts.

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3D Visualization

3D visualization increases the value of the product by understanding the way it works. Having the knowledge to simulate future through digital way always adds a great value.

MY SERVICES

Façade Consultancy

As a Façade Consultant I specialize in design, engineering, and assessment of building façades. Myrole is crucial in ensuring that the façade of a building is not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional, energy-efficient, and structurally sound.

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Design and Material Selection

I work with architects and engineers to select appropriate materials and design the façade to meet aesthetic goals while also considering factors like climate, local building codes, and environmental impact.

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Performance Evaluation

This involves assessing how the façade will perform over time in terms of thermal insulation, durability, weather resistance, and acoustics.

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Structural Analysis

Along with my team we ensure the façade is structurally sound and able to withstand environmental forces such as wind, seismic activity, and other actions.

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Energy Efficiency

As a façade consultant I aim to optimize the building envelope for energy efficiency, minimizing heat loss/gain and maximizing natural light while reducing glare.

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Compliance and Standards

Ensure that the façade meets all regulatory requirements and industry standards.

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Technical Documentation

Provide detailed specifications and technical drawings to guide the construction process.

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Construction Oversight

Supervise the installation of the façade.

Façade Management

As a Façade Management Consultant I oversee and manage the process related to building façades throughout their lifecycle, from design and construction to maintenance and repair. My primary role is to ensure that the façade is effective, safe, and meets the necessary aesthetic and performance standards.

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Project Coordination

I coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure that the façade design and construction meet the project goals and timelines.

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Quality Assurance

I monitor the façade installation process to ensure that the quality standards are maintained, the materials meet specifications, and the construction adheres to the design plans.

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Lifecycle Assessment

Evaluate the lifespan and performance of façade materials and systems to provide insight on maintenance and potential upgrades over time.

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Risk Management

Identify the risks associated with façade performance, such as weather-related damage. Recommend strategies to mitigate those risks.

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Maintenance Planning

Develop maintenance schedules and strategies to prolong the façade’s life and maintain its appearance and performance.

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Compliance and Regulations

Ensure that all facets of the façade meet local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.

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Cost Management

Oversee budgetary considerations related to façade projects, and manage costs through effective planning and procurement strategies.

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Consultation Services

Provide expert advices on façade design options, materials, and technologies to clients during both the planning and operational phases.

MY PROJECTS

Iconic projects

City Center Towers, Bahrain

Involved with the Aluminium fabricator as freelancer Façade Consultant to provide technical solutions and consulting services for aluminium cladding panels, glazing and façade works. This project was a very challenging one, having distance technical support and meetings. City Centre Towers constitute an impressive twin tower design of forty-three floors designed and supervised by Arab Architects office, in Bahrain. These iconic high-rise towers comprise hotel apartments and penthouses, with modern facilities. The City Center Towers have won “the Best Residential High Rise” award, presented by the Arabian Property Award.

FIVE Jumeirah Village, Dubai

Involved with the Aluminium fabricator as system supplier technical person to provide technical solutions, submittals, inspections, and consulting services for glazing and façade works. Five Jumeirah Village was previously known as Suites in SKAI. The 60-storey five-star tower has 247 hotel rooms and suites, 221 one- and two-bedroom hotel apartments, and 33 four-bedroom hotel apartments, all with private pools designed by the architectural consultant office WS Atkins & Partners.

Downtown Views, Dubai

Involved with the Aluminium fabricator as System supplier technical person to provide technical solutions, submittals, inspections, lab and on-site tests, consulting services for glazing and façade works. Downtown Views is a 55-storey luxury residential tower sitting on a 9-storey podium that is part of the Dubai Mall expansion. A total of 318 residences, ranging from one to four-bedroom apartments and duplexes, designed by the architectural office AECOM.

Qatar Airways office, Oman

Involved with the Aluminium fabricator as System supplier technical person to provide technical solutions, submittals, inspections, consulting services for glazing and façade works. This building is used as Qatar Airways office in Oman, designed by Ibrahim Jaidah Architects and Engineers (IJAE).

Al-Mutahidah Tower, Qatar

Involved with the Aluminium fabricator as System supplier technical person to provide technical solutions, submittals, inspections, consulting services for glazing and façade works. Al-Mutahidah Towers are residential high-rise buildings, located in Pearl Island, Doha, Qatar. The development consists of 480 residential units set over 24 floors with a three-level car parking, designed by ECG.

Thessaloniki airport "Makedonia", Greece

Involved with aluminium system supplier as freelancer Façade Consultant to provide the technical solutions and consulting services for façade works. This project included a very special design performed by Bobotis+Bobotis Architects.

Prishtina City Center towers, Kosovo

Involved with the Aluminium fabricator as system supplier technical person to provide technical solutions, submittals, inspections, lab/field tests, consulting services for glazing and façade works. Prishtina City Center is a 1.2 million square feet mixed-use project and a beacon of inspiration, featuring the tallest and most technologically advanced buildings in the city. With two premium residential towers of 31 and 28 storeys respectively, they surround a new shopping center and meeting point, designed by DB.A Architects, Ettore Tricarico Architetto Architectural office.

Emerald Isle, India

Involved as system supplier technical person to provide technical solutions, submittals, inspections, lab/field tests, consulting services for glazing and façade works.

National Theater of Bahrain

Involved as Project Manager with Aluminium fabrication company. My responsibility was to provide technical solutions and consulting services for aluminium cladding panels, glazing and façade works, to manage the project for Aluminium works. This project was unique and very challenging because of the ecceptional design character and special products that have been used. Along with timeline. National Theater of Bahrain is an impressive piece of art work designed and supervised by Architectural Studio, France.

Viceroy Hotel, Dubai

Involved with the Aluminium fabricator as System supplier technical person to provide technical solutions, submittals, inspections, consulting services for glazing and façade works. This project was a large scale project for the Viceroy Hotel Group. Viceroy Hotel in Dubai Palm Jumeirah offers 477+ spacious luxury guest rooms and suites designed by Yabu Pushelberg and NAO Taniyama and Associates.

7th Heaven Residency, Dubai

Involved with the Aluminium fabricator as System supplier technical person to provide technical solutions, submittals, inspections, lab and on-site tests, consulting services for glazing and façade works. The project incorporates 157 high-end luxury apartments, constituting one of the most eco-friendly and sustainable communities in Dubai, designed by 10 DESIGN.

The Oman Air Crew Reporting Building, Oman

Involved with the Aluminium fabricator as System supplier technical person to provide technical solutions, submittals, inspections, consulting services for glazing and façade works. In this project a light grey aluminum façade was selected, highlighted by soft blue LED lights that animate all the sides of the building, designed by F&M Middle East.

Floating Seahorse villas, Dubai

Involved with the Aluminium fabricator as System supplier technical person to provide technical solutions, submittals, inspections, lab and on-site tests, consulting services for glazing and façade works. The project was very innovative based on a perfect combination of engineering and imagination. The Floating Seahorse villas are the epitome of timeless design and craftsmanship, spread across three levels, including a spectacular underwater floor, designed by Kleindienst Architects.

Dubai Hills Golf villa, Dubai

Involved with the Aluminium fabricator as System supplier technical person to provide technical solutions, submittals, inspections, lab and on-site tests, consulting services for glazing and façade works.

4452 BROADWAY, NEW YORK, N.Y. 10040

Involved with aluminium system supplier as freelancer facde consultant to provide technical solutions and consulting services for façade works. This project is a 16-story, 241-unit mixed-use building at 4452 Broadway designed and supervised by Fischer+Makool Architects.

AXIS Tower, Manchester, UK

Involved with the Aluminium fabricator as system supplier technical person to provide technical solutions, submittals, inspections, lab/field tests, consulting services for glazing and façade works. This iconic tower on the skyline offers 170 apartments of an exceptional view to the city of Manchester.

MY PRODUCT DESIGN

Products

Minimal Sliding Door

A minimal sliding door system designed and developed for Aluminco S.A. This system provides visible aluminium profile depth of 20-25mm. Series name SL55. Further information in SL55 – Aluminco

Hidden sash

A minimal opening system for doors and windows designed and developed for Aluminco S.A. This system is charachterized by its hidden sash. Series name W85HS. Further information in W85HS – Aluminco

Roller design

Hardware design of a minimal sliding window roller, with challenging selection of the components to be compatible with existing systems, with high load capacity of 200kg for limited spaces.

Minimal Curtain Wall System

A minimal curtain wall system designed and developed for Aluminco S.A. This system provides visible aluminium profile depth of 35mm. Series name CW35. Further information in CW35 – Aluminco

Hinged door and window system

A minimal opening systems for doors and windows designed and developed for Aluminco S.A. This system provides retro elegant look. Series name W85St. Further information in W85ST – Aluminco