Mani Karami is a BIM-focused architectural designer with a Master of Architecture from the University of Florida and more than eight years of experience across commercial, residential, aviation, and justice projects. He currently works at Dewberry, a nationally recognized architecture and engineering firm, where he specializes in BIM-based design documentation, multidisciplinary coordination, and digital modeling using Revit, Rhino, AutoCAD, and SketchUp. His professional background includes managing BIM workflows and construction documents involving architectural, mechanical, and plumbing systems, and contributing to projects in California, Florida, and Hawaii as a remote BIM designer.
In addition to his professional practice, Mani is teaching as a lecturer at the University of Florida, leading digital architecture and Building Information Modeling (BIM) courses of different class sizes and supervising graduate teaching assistants. His teaching and professional work are grounded in design technology, digital workflows, and collaborative problem-solving.
Mani’s approach blends research-driven design with hands-on digital fabrication and technical coordination. His graduate thesis explored kinetic architecture and algal biofuel systems through performance-driven façade research, reflecting his commitment to bridging conceptual design with technological innovation. He is passionate about solving complex design challenges, advancing integrated digital processes, and contributing to collaborative project environments.