Ar. Farina Shahid
Lecturer (M-PCATP, M-IAP)
Department of Architecture
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Experience
- BPS - 18 (Lecturer) - LAHORE COLLEGE FOR WOMEN UNIVERSITY, LAHORE - July, 2022 - present
- Visiting Lecturer - LAHORE COLLEGE FOR WOMEN UNIVERSITY, LAHORE- Jan, 2020 - July, 2022
- Founder & Digital Designer - FEYN’ARTS STUDIO - Sep, 2020 - present
- Associate Architect - DESIGNS, LAHORE- August, 2019 - 2020
- Remote Freelance Designer - FIVERR- March, 2018 - August, 2019
- Trainee Architect-TECHZONE CONSULTANTS -AUG, 2017 - MARCH, 2018
- Internee - ARCHBLUE CONSULTANTS - June, 2016- July 2016
Education
- MASTERS OF ARCHITECTURE - UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY, LAHORE - 2020-2025 (Top Scorer)
THESIS: Bridging gaps between Human Centricity and Digital Symbiosis of Architectural Design Research in the Pakistani Academia: A case of Institutions in Lahore - BACHELORS OF ARCHITECTURE - LAHORE COLLEGE FOR WOMEN UNIVERSITY, LAHORE - 2013-2018 (SILVER MEDALIST)
THESIS: SAARC (South Asian Association Regional Corporation) Cultural Centre; A Hallmark for South Asian Nations, Islamabad
Honor and Awards
- ON THE VERGE OF short film Conceptualized and produced through Feynarts Studio, leveraging AI-driven workflows - Featured on info 360, 13th August, 2023.
- SVERCHOK COMPARTMENTS - First Runners-up at International Param-Challenge - Furniture Design Category, Spain - Garnered immense critical acclaim from the judges.
- LCWU 100 YEARS CELEBRATION MONUMENT - Won & Executed with the Centennial Monument Committee and Managed the inauguration by the Governor of the Punjab (2021)
Thesis Supervised:
- Dareecha: A glimpse into the past receiving heritage at Hiran Minar - Ishbah Shoaib
- دیس : Airports For Efficiency And Memorable Journeys - Nida Amjad
- The Unpolished Edge: Crafting Visionary Arts In Massive Forms -Aroofa Atiq
- 'A Living Hub': Nature Integrated Mall design in Harmony with the Environment - Khadija Ibrar
- An Insight to the 22nd Century - A Futuristic Approach to the Museum - Minahil Siddiqui
- The Organic Habitat - Application of Bio mimicry as Micro-Housing Solution for young professionals -Mahnoor Nadeem
- Apocalyptic Thinking of Realms: Exploration of a Gaming Hub in Twin Realities - Tooba Mughal
- Khoj- A Search for True-self- Fatima Iqbal
Workshops/ Training Attended
- SYNTHESIZED ENTITIES - [WORKSHOP] Participant, 1st August, 2025, Conducted by: Denisa Durica
- RETHINKING DESIGN 2.0 - Participant & GROUP LEAD, 20TH February, 2025, Organizers: University of Engineering & Technology (UET), Lahore, Institute of Architects Pakistan (IAP) - Lahore Chapter, Cardiff University and Walled City Lahore Authority (WCLA).
- CODE: COMPUTATIONAL DESIGN & EMBEDDED INTELLIGENCE - RETHINKING ARCHITECTURAL INTELLIGENCE UNDER STEM - Participant-, 26TH March, 2025, Organizer: University of Engineering & Technology (UET), Lahore.
- VOICES OF WOMEN IN ARCHITECTURE- International Symposium & Workshop -TECHZONE CONSULTANTS - Featured Researcher at Exhibition & Participant, Organizers: UET Lahore, BNU Lahore, Women in Architecture Pakistan (WAP), Women in Architecture, UK (WIA) & IAP, Lahore Chapter
- PEDAGOGY FOR CHANGE- 03 Day International Workshop - PARTICIPANT, 23rd - 25th November, 2022, Organizers: Architecture Department, University of Engineering & Technology (UET), Lahore, The Unboxed Lab, Beaconhouse National University (BNU) Lahore and Board of Architectural Education (BAE) Lahore
- Outcome Based Education- Teaching Methodologies In Architectural Education- 04 Day Workshop - PARTICIPANT, 17th - 18th November, 2022, Organizers: Department of Architecture & Directorate of Faculty Development and Internationalization, LCWU
- Architecture Design Education In Digital Era – Architecture Schools As Design Research Laboratories - 03 Day International Symposium & Workshop - PARTICIPANT
- 29th March, 2022, Organizers: Department of Architecture & Directorate of Faculty Development and Internationalization, LCWU
Memberships
- Pakistan Council of Architects and Townplanners (PCATP)
- Associate Member - Institute of Architects Pakistan (IAP)
Service Activity
- Jury Reviewer at multiple public and private universities
- Actively played my role in IAP-LC x LCWU Collaboration for the hands-on workshop: Beyond the Hype: Demystifying AI for Architects - by: Ar. Farina Shahid - Feynarts Studio @ AI DRIVEN DESIGN AND INNOVATION IN ARCHITECTURE - A TALK & WORKSHOP UNDER ARCONNECT SERIES - 18TH July, 2025 (A joint collaboration of IAP-LC & LCWU)
- Curator ARCHITECTURE DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER - Vol I, 2025 (January, 2025 to June, 2025)
- Departmental Focal person - Business Incubation Centre (BIC), LCWU
- Manages Social Media handles of the Department
- Organizer & Moderator of Building Information Modelling in Architecture by Ar. Anushay Khalid (BIM Manager, Sweden) 08th May, 2025 from concept and design to construction, operation, and eventual decommissioning.
- Organizer & Moderator of Community-informed Heritage Narratives as a device for Architectural and Urban Regeneration - Dr. Tarek Teba-Chair of ICOMOS UK Digital Technologies National Committee & Associate Professor in Architectural Heritage, UniversitY of Portsmouth, UK - 30th April, 2025
- Attended workshop along with semester VIII students: RETHINKING DESIGN 2.0 - 20th February, 2025, Organizers: University of Engineering & Technology (UET), Lahore, Institute of Architects Pakistan (IAP) - Lahore Chapter, Cardiff University and Walled City Lahore Authority (WCLA).
- Attended Workshop along with semester VIII students: CODE: COMPUTATIONAL DESIGN & EMBEDDED INTELLIGENCE - RETHINKING ARCHITECTURAL INTELLIGENCE UNDER STEM - Participant- 26TH March, 2025, Organizer: University of Engineering & Technology (UET), Lahore.
- Juror in Public and Private Sector Institutions
- Managing Juries and Exams Management for Courses Instructed
- Workshops, Lectures & Collaborations for various platforms
- Leading the Creative Forum Architecture Department, LCWU
- Coordinator of the BAE–IAP & IAP, LCWU
- Departmental liaison for student engagement in workshops / training.
- Post-Jury Assessment Documentation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) in accordance with the thesis projects completed in 2024.
- Conducted Summer Semester Courses for 03 consecutive years 2023, 2024 & 2025.
- Development & Compilation of PCATP Interim Visit & Revalidation reports in 2022, 2023 & 2024.
- Focal Person of Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) for the year 2024.
- Exam Coordination for the academic year 2022-2023.
Publications
- Bridging gaps between Human Centricity and Digital Symbiosis of Architectural Design Research in the Pakistani Academia: A case of Institutions in Lahore - THESIS SEMINAR (M-ARCH) 22ND AUGUST, 2024 *Publication in process. by: Ar. Farina Shahid, Supervisor: Dr. Mamuna Iqbal
- The Organic Challenge: Cultivating Conscious Design for Biodigital Tectonics within AI's Prompt-to-Pixel Process- Journal of Artificial Intelligence in Architecture (International) Vol. 23(2), 2023, pp.101-122, ISSN (P): 2072-0394,ISSN (O): 2663-8886 https://ojs.uajy.ac.id/index.php/JARINA/article/download/8157/3414/27057 Author: Ar. Farina Shahid
- Gender and Built Environment: Exploring Co-Design as a Tool to Empower the Marginalized- Pakistan Journal of Gender Studies (Y CATEGORY) Vol. 23(2), 2023, pp.101-122, ISSN (P): 2072-0394,ISSN (O): 2663-8886 https://www.socialsciencejournals.pjgs-ws.com/index.php/PJGS/article/view/684 Author: by Dr. Mamuna Iqbal, Ar. Farina Shahid & Ar. Naveen Zaman
Area of Expertise:
An architect and researcher, focuses on the intersection of data-driven design, digital technology, and artificial intelligence within the architectural discipline. Her expertise lies in exploring how computational methods and AI-powered tools can transform the design process, enabling architects to make informed decisions based on data insights while maintaining creativity and human-centered thinking.
Her current research emphasizes integrating AI and digital workflows into architectural practice, with particular attention to how these innovations reshape both professional practice and education. At the academic level, her master’s thesis investigates the role of digital design integration in undergraduate architectural education, highlighting the importance of equipping future architects with critical skills in computational design, data analysis, and emerging technologies.
Through her work, she aims to bridge the gap between traditional architectural pedagogy and contemporary technological advancements, fostering a generation of architects who are fluent in both design thinking and digital intelligence. Her research contributes to ongoing debates about the evolving role of architects in a data- and AI-driven era, advocating for a holistic approach where design, technology, and education intersect.
Subject Matter Expert
- Beyond the Hype: Demystifying AI for Architects - AI Driven Design and Innovation in Architecture; A Workshop Collaboration of Lahore College for Women University (LCWU) x Institute of Architects Pakistan (IAP) - 18th July, 2025
- The Genesis of AI across Architectural Curricular Levels - INTERNATIONAL WEBINAR AI-Integrated Architectural Education Forum (AI.AEF) - Organized by Architects Regional Council Asia (ARCASIA), INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS PAKISTAN (IAP) & University of Lahore (UOL) 8th August, 2025 Featured Speaker: Ar. Farina Shahid
- Storytelling in Architecture- Methods of Developing Interactive Presentation Boards- TECHNICAL SESSION - 21ST November, 2022 Focused on the Multi-faceted 'Narration Weaving' Methods in Academic Architecture Studios along with tools to apply at different Design Stages. By: Ar. Farina Shahid