Hanif is an American-trained architect with more than 15 years of experience in architecture, interior design, construction, city & regional planning, real estate, and international development in North America, Europe, and Asia.
American Institute of Architects, New York State License (AIA) - in pursuit. Completion Q4’24
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) - in pursuit. Completion by Q4’24
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED AP) -in pursuit. Completion by Q4’24
Master of City and Regional Planning - Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning & Public Policy, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ - International Development (2024)
Real Estate Development & Re-Development Certificate - Center for Real Estate, Rutgers Business School, Newark, NJ - Real Estate Law and Pro Forma Analysis (2024)
Bachelor of Architecture - 5-year NAAB-Accredited Temple University, Philadelphia, PA - Dean’s List, Rome Architecture Study Abroad, Thesis Award, and Alumni Award (2010)

Airport Extension + Airport Retail

Modernist International Style + Luxury Automotive Corporate Identity Reno + Service Shops

Commercial Offices + Retail Roll-Outs + Luxury Flagships + Farm-to-Table Restaurants

Municipal Park + Religious Community Center + Sustainable Schools + Urban Farm

Assisted Living Healthcare Expansions + Hospice Care & Wellness

Multinational Ground-Up Hospitality & Interiors FF&E

Mixed-Use Masterplan + Opportunity Zone (UEZ) Downtown Re-Development + Pro Forma

Multi-Family + Single-Family Residentials + Housing Towers
We've completed more than 300 projects totaling 3,464,869s q. ft. within diverse market sectors, codes & climates.
Our international team is set up all over the world. Our time difference enables us to create an efficient and non-stop workflow.
We offer efficient and high quality products. Stay Lean.
Models
Concepts
Construction
Building Analysis
Renderings
Massing
Building Information Modeling
Sketches
Program Coding
“Hanif was a diligent worker who was constantly focused on getting the job accomplished on time and on budget. Hanif would seamlessly handle multiple projects at one time from conception to completion.”
— Senior Manager
“During my time working with Hanif, I was overly impressed with his ability to dive deep into details, especially with it being his first in flight project on team. Hanif's ability to overcome ambiguity and make two way decisions quickly is a great asset. I would feel very confident collaborating with Hanif in future projects.”
— Amazon Construction Manager
“Hanif has the ability to focus on the bigger picture when addressing specific issues, by assessing and anticipating the knock on effects of possible solutions. He does a great job explaining the logic behind his decisions, but is also able to pivot when new information is presented.”
— Amazon Design Manager
“The breadth of Hanif's creative and technical expertise across environmental, educational, residential, and commercial architecture was immediately apparent, and allowed him to seamlessly integrate superior structural, logistical, and business feasibility into the design. His knack for plucking synergies out of project challenges and idiosyncrasies, and refined ability to pivot between bird's eye and granular points of view, make Hanif my top recommendation as an architectural consultant on any project.“
— New Brooklyn Farms
“Hanif is thoughtful in the way he contributes to the team. He approaches collaboration with openness, and thoughtful questions to the way things are done. He has joined the team with a curiosity to learn, he continually looks for opportunities to improve himself as well as putting a priority on testing ideas which impact the team in a positive way.”
— Amazon Concept Designer
“If there’s another way to solve a design challenge, Hanif has probably come up with that solution. Hanif has a great ability to dive deep into a design assignment, and often surprised me with his fresh perspective.“
— Amazon Environmental Graphic Designer
“He is a talented individual with an incredible work ethic who is super easy to work with. More importantly, Hanif is an amazing person who truly cares about his fellow co-workers and the success of his projects.”
— Vice President
“Hanif manages and audits consultants extremely well. Anything Hanif reviews/develops can confidently be relied on, due to his in-depth attention to detail. Hanif challenges the status quo and is a skilled creative problem solver. He doesn't say "it can't be done"; he always finds a way to make things work.”
— Amazon Designer
“Hanif is great at finding opportunities and mechanisms to collaborate. Once he has a picture of project stakeholders, he finds ways to ensure that they are taken along on the process of design.”
— Amazon Category Manager
“Hanif’s superpower is his ability to understand the 'why'. He dives deep and digs until he understands the root issue himself, so he can provide his expertise and offer solutions. He doesn’t just move past tasks and I appreciate the effort he puts into the most minimal of items. He is passionate and it shows through his quality of work.”
— Amazon Concept Designer
Hanif Azly, Principal
Experiences
International Satellite Office • Contracts, Marketing Visuals • Due Diligence • As-built Surveys • Design Concepts • Design Development •
Detailing
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FF&E • 3-D Modeling
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Video Renderings
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Site Plan
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Masterplan
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Client-Facing Project Management • Pro Forma Analysis • Construction Documentation • Coordination • Commercial Energy Calculations • Construction Administration.
Qualifications
10 years of diverse technical and managerial success over 230 projects totaling 3,446,727 sq. ft. Forging connections between USA (NCARB AIA, AICP, and LEED BD+C), Canada (CALA), Mexico (FCARM), Australia (AACA), and New Zealand (NZRAB).
Notables
Research - Diener Brick Thesis Award (2010) • Temple University Alumni Thesis Award (2010) • Creative, Arts, Research and Travel Grant (2009)
Regional Competitions - 109th John Stewardson Memorial Fellowship Competition Finalist (2010) • Work Published in the Philadelphia Weekly’s “Good Fences” (2009) • 1st Place Winner at Delaware Valley Green Building Council International Sustainable Design Competition (2008)
National Associations - Philadelphia Carpenter’s Company Scholarship (2009) • ALNNJ Clarence Tabor Memorial Scholarship (2009) • World Studio AIGA Gianninoto Honorable Mention (2008) • Elmer Deaver Roe Scholarship (2008)
Resume:
Co-managed 94 commercial fit-outs, 30 International Style auto designs, 2 office renovations, and 3 landlord work of over 1.7 million sq. ft. in North America totaling $3M in revenue.
Spearheaded a 170-acre mixed-use master plan, designing 599,700 sq. ft. of retail, restaurants, and entertainment in 10 days in response to RFP worth $8.1M.
Capitalized on a high volume efficiency-based business model by managing 24-hour satellite office workflows - increased profits from 20% to 56%.
Professional Awards
Urban Farming Zoning Ordinance CR-17-2019 & CB-14-2019 in Prince George County, MD (2019)
Work Published in The Hyattsville Wire’s “Meet Mount Rainier’s New Urban Farm” (2018)
Tricarico Office Design Competition winner (2013)
Work Exhibited at AIA Center for Architecture (2010)
Education
Master of City & Regional Planning - Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning & Public Policy - International Development, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ (2024)
Real Estate Development & Re-Development Certificate - Center for Real Estate, Rutgers Business School, Rutgers University, Newark, NJ (2024)
Bachelor of Architecture - Temple University, Philadelphia, PA (2010)
Interests
Owner’s Side • Innovative Responses • Joint Ventures • International Consultancy • Real Estate Development • International Trade • Regional Planning • Masterplanning.