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Maksym Povar

Roseville,CA

Summary

Innovative and detail-oriented Principal Architectural Designer with over 10 years of experience in luxury residential, multi-family, and commercial architecture. Recognized for award-winning designs and expertise in fire restoration projects. Proficient in advanced BIM technologies, visualization techniques, and artistic hand-drafting. Passionate about blending architectural heritage with modern design solutions. Strong leadership experience in managing high-profile projects and cross-functional teams.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Architectural Designer

MDA Group
01.2024 - Current
  • Oversees luxury residential, multi-family, and large-scale commercial projects
  • Implements visionary architectural strategies and design excellence

Principal Architectural Designer & Principal Design Visionary

Lev Designs
01.2017 - Current
  • Former CEO (2017–2024)
  • Lead designer for high-end luxury residential, multi-family housing, and commercial projects
  • Specialized in fire restoration projects (Napa, Santa Rosa, Paradise)
  • Managed projects across Sacramento, the Bay Area, and Santa Barbara

Project Architect

Private Architectural Studio
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Specialized in high-rise residential and multi-family housing projects
  • Managed project development from concept to construction

Project Architect

LLC Expressproject
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Designed urban, commercial, and multi-family projects
  • Contributed to large-scale developments and city planning

Junior Architect

Private Architectural Workshop
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Assisted in conceptual design and architectural detailing for residential projects

Education

PhD Program - Theory of Architecture & Restoration of Architectural Monuments

National Academy of Fine Arts And Architecture
Kyiv, Ukraine
01.2018

Master’s Degree in Architecture -

National Academy of Fine Arts And Architecture
Kyiv, Ukraine
01.2015

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture -

National Academy of Fine Arts And Architecture
Kyiv, Ukraine
01.2013

Skills

  • Architecture & BIM Tools:
  • ArchiCAD (BIM) – Advanced expertise
  • AutoCAD – Professional-level drafting and detailing
  • Revit – Comprehensive BIM workflows
  • Rhino & Grasshopper – Parametric design
  • SketchUp – Concept modeling
  • Visualization & Rendering:
  • 3ds Max – High-quality 3D modeling
  • Corona Render & V-Ray – Photorealistic rendering
  • Lumion – Real-time architectural visualization
  • Unreal Engine – Immersive presentations
  • Photoshop – Post-production and presentation
  • Project Management & Collaboration:
  • Bluebeam – Document review and markup
  • AI Tools for Architects – Design optimization
  • Microsoft Teams – Team coordination
  • Power BI – Data visualization
  • Office Suite (MS Office, Google Workspace) – Documentation and reporting
  • Artistic & Hand-Drafting Skills:
  • Hand Sketching – Conceptual and urban layouts
  • Watercolor & Oil Painting – Artistic renderings
  • Graphic Hand Drawing – Architectural diagrams
  • Hand Drafting – Technical drawings

Accomplishments

    Recipient of the AIBD Grand ARDA (2020) and ARDA (2021)

Languages

English
Full Professional
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Limited Working

Timeline

Principal Architectural Designer

MDA Group
01.2024 - Current

Principal Architectural Designer & Principal Design Visionary

Lev Designs
01.2017 - Current

Project Architect

Private Architectural Studio
01.2015 - 01.2017

Project Architect

LLC Expressproject
01.2012 - 01.2015

Junior Architect

Private Architectural Workshop
01.2010 - 01.2012

PhD Program - Theory of Architecture & Restoration of Architectural Monuments

National Academy of Fine Arts And Architecture

Master’s Degree in Architecture -

National Academy of Fine Arts And Architecture

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture -

National Academy of Fine Arts And Architecture

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