Saad is a highly knowledgeable architect who values timeless architecture that integrates with its surroundings and responds to cultural and societal changes. In 1993, he completed his degree in Architecture with a Distinction from the National College of Arts. He started his career as an intern under renowned architect Nayyer Ali Dada before becoming a partner at Designer East. In 2007, he established SRDW with his friend and classmate Rashid Rasheed. Saad’s diverse skills and dynamic nature enable him to contribute to the architectural profession in Pakistan. He has served as a juror for various architecture schools as well as the Pakistan Council of Architects & Town Planners and has represented the country on national and international platforms during his tenure as President of the Institute of Architects Pakistan. Saad actively collaborates with the Board for Architectural Education and promotes improvement in academia and the professional sector. He also supports charitable organizations and serves as a Trustee for the Layton Rahmatulla Benevolent Trust. In his free time, Saad enjoys traveling on his bike and has also founded TLC Motorcycle Club & Dusty Trails, an off-road motorbike academy in Pakistan.
Memberships
Member PCATP Pakistan Council of Architects & Town Planners (PCATP) A-2503
Member PCATP Accreditation Inspection Team architecture 2013-2018
Corp Member PIID Pakistan Institute of Interior Designers (P.I.I.D)–CM-029-09
Executive Member National Council PIID 2013-2017
Associate Member IAP Institute of Architects Pakistan A-1007-06
President IAP 2021-2023
Vice President IAP National Council 2020-2022
Executive Member Lahore Chapter Executive Committee 2013-15, 2017-19
Chairman IAP Lahore Chapter (IAP LC) 2018-2019
Convener IAPEX 2015 Lahore
Convener IAPEX Tech Sessions 2014 Lahore
Co-Founder Member Pakistan Green Building Council (PGBC)
Partnerships
2007 onwards Partner SR Design Works (SRDW)
2011 Onwards Partner SR Construction (SRC), Azaad Construction
2014 Onwards Partner YRK Consulting, RS Konstruct
2021 Onwards Partner SR Associates (SRA)
2011-2017 Partner Saad Rashid Design Works FZ LLC UAE
1992–2006 Partner Designers East (DE)