Alireza Takook
Development Manager
Alireza is a Development Manager at SHS, guiding non-profit organizations and public agencies through the entire housing development process. A designer by background and a licensed architect in Ontario, Alireza believes in the power of the built environment to drive positive, gradual and peaceful social change.
Alireza is well-versed in full-spectrum project delivery, particularly in identifying and resolving design and approval challenges during the earlier phases of a project to minimize risk. He is skilled in managing developments holistically, utilizing and connecting the expertise of all team members throughout the process. Over the last decade, Alireza has gained extensive experience on a diverse range of challenging and rewarding projects, including educational facilities, heritage government buildings, and high-rise residential towers in the Greater Toronto Area.
Current Work
Alireza currently is working on schematic design and feasibility stage of a sustainable long term care facility made with modular wood elements.
Education
Master of Architecture (University of Waterloo)
Bachelor of Architecture (University of Tehran)