
Monila Shrestha
Architect focused on sustainable and conservation-minded design
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Kathmandu, Nepal
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Joined March 2026
Summary
Emerging architectural designer with documented academic studio and thesis work—Monila has produced multiple portfolio publications (thesis on a hemp research center, conservation studio work, landscape/urban park design) demonstrating interest in material-driven design and conservation-focused projects. issuu+2
Active participant in the Nepal architecture community through SONA—listed as a member/editor/contributor in SONA committees and newsletters, indicating involvement in communication, outreach and publication efforts for the professional society. org+1
Professional experience across small firms and internships—worked as an intern and junior architect in 2023 and holds an architect role at ABARI from 2024, combined with collaborative urban design work (Seva Works) reflecting both practice-based and project collaboration experience. linkedin+1
Public-facing portfolio and documentation practice—regularly publishes design work online (Issuu) and uses public channels to document studio projects and thesis materials, making academic and project outputs accessible. issuu
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SONA Newsletter Vol. 15 (contributor)
October 1, 2023Contribution to the Society of Nepalese Architects (SONA) newsletter as a member of the communications/publication committee.
SONA - International Convention proceedings (contributor listing)
January 1, 2022Name appears in the Society of Nepalese Architects convention proceedings.
SONA Newsletter Vol. 16 (editor / contributor listing)
Listed among editors/contributors for SONA publication materials.