Niamh graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) in 2024, having previously completed a degree in Architectural Technology in Cork in 2018. Her academic focus on sense of place and placemaking reflects a strong interest in how architecture shapes and enhances communities. She has gained practical experience across several architectural practices, particularly in the design of one-off houses, and has developed a keen interest in masterplanning and the public realm. During her time in technical departments, Niamh collaborated closely with contractors and businesses, effectively communicating construction details and material specifications. As an architectural intern, she contributed to survey drawings, construction documentation, and planning applications, including work on award-winning developments. These experiences have provided her with a strong foundation in both the creative and technical aspects of architectural practice.
Archives: Teams
Armando Jimenez
Armando is an Architectural Technologist at ALTU.
Armando has amassed significant experience in the field of Construction Technology have worked on developments across the Education, Residential, Social Housing and Retail Sectors.
During his career to date, he has worked as an Architectural Technologist in the United States and Mexico, with over 8 years’ experience working in Ireland.
As part of the ALTU team, Armando’s role sees his active involvement across all project work stages from concept design through to completion.
Martyna Matys
Martyna is a qualified Architectural Technologist, having graduated from TUD she gained project experience on large scale educational and pharmaceutical projects. Highly proficient in 3D modelling and having a good knowledge of BIM, she is experienced in working successfully in a collaborative environment with other consultants. To date Martyna has amassed good technical detailing and specification experience as well as gaining experience in a variety of software such as Dynamo, Navisworks and ArchiCad.
Evan Phelan
Evan is a qualified Architectural Technologist, having studied and graduated from Dundalk Institute of Technology and receiving his BSc. (Hons) in Architectural Technology in 2024. Evan has had previous experience in another architectural firm while in a work experience program from college, working mainly on residential and large-scale apartments. Throughout his time in college and working, Evan has gained valuable experience by collaborating with colleagues as a team and gaining both experience and a great understanding of a variety of softwares such as Archicad, Revit and Autocad.
Gonca Sekerli
Gonca has always been passionate about architecture, seeing it not only as a profession but also as a lifelong journey of learning. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Yaşar University, İzmir, Turkey, in 2021, focusing on design and visualization and gaining experience in creative solutions and high-quality presentations. Driven by curiosity and dedication, she is now in her second year of a Master’s in Building Information Modelling (BIM) at Technological University Dublin, Ireland, enhancing her expertise in digital construction, collaborative project delivery, and sustainable design, with the aim of integrating innovative BIM methodologies into architectural practice.