FATIMA MEJBIL Lead Designer - FAUM Architecture - BIOGRAPHY 2025 Fatima Mejbil is an internationally qualified architect based in Bradford, with over a decade of experience as a Lead Designer in the UK. She completed her Part III qualification at RIBA North West in 2019 and has since dedicated her career to delivering community-led regeneration projects in Bradford and across the UK. Known for her collaborative and ambitious approach, Fatima leads the design team at Faum Architecture to deliver innovative architectural solutions for the community in Bradford and beyond. Having trained across two continents, gaining experience in both the Middle East and the UK, Fatima’s design ethos reflects her deep appreciation for cultural heritage and her commitment to designing spaces and forms that honor tradition while embracing contemporary innovation. Her work draws on diverse influences, celebrating the richness of different cultures while building connections and creating a sense of belonging. Fatima’s designs balance cultural preservation with forward-thinking approaches, offering a fresh take on heritage in a modern context. Fatima is also a passionate advocate for diversity and social impact within the built environment. She served as a mentor for aspiring professionals through Women in Architecture UK (WIA) and regularly contributes as a guest lecturer at the University of Bradfords. She also contributes to regional development initiatives as a member of the Bradford Property & Economic Forum and as an ambassador for outreach programmes that serve underrepresented young professionals in the industry. In her free time, Fatima channels her creativity into urban illustrations, blending traditional drawing while exploring digital techniques and AI. She also enjoys illustrating children›s books, showcasing her passion for storytelling and artistic expression. Fatima’s work exemplifies how architecture can celebrate cultural identities, build meaningful connections, and redefine heritage through a contemporary lens.