Nala Phan earned her M.Arch degree from Toronto Metropolitan University in 2020 with a thesis focused on leveraging daylight and biomimicry design for human comfort. Rooted in a deep appreciation for nature and care for human well-being, she remains dedicated to researching sustainable design methods, blending her strong technical skills with her creative vision. Before joining DPAI, Nala acquired valuable design experience in the healthcare sector. Possessing an expertise in BIM and has applied BIM for nearly 10 years, she works effectively in integrated teams, coordinating with multi-disciplinary consultants across all project stages, from conceptualization to contract administration. Her diverse portfolio spans from cozy café corners to high-rise mixed-use towers.
Whenever a bit of extra time graces her schedule, you will find Nala sharing Revit knowledge through laid-back online classes. Outside the architectural world, Nala immerses herself in gardening, creating a green haven that supplies her culinary adventures.
