ABOUT US

FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL ARCHITECT

DIRECTOR

AR. SHAFIQUE RAHMAN,

Founder & Principal Architect

B.Arch, M.Des.Sc (Sustainable Design),

The University of Sydney, Australia.

MIAB, RAJUK

Year of Practice: 2009- Present

Specialization: Sustainable Design.

Shafique Rahman was born in Bangladesh in 1987, where he developed a strong interest in architecture at an early age, eventually becoming an educator and a committed practitioner to society and the environment. After completing his Bachelor of Architecture from Khulna University, Bangladesh, in 2012, he pursued further studies and earned a Master’s in Sustainable Design from the University of Sydney, Australia, in 2015.During his professional journey, Shafique worked with Crawford Architects in Sydney. There, he collaborated with international professionals on a range of projects, including housing, refurbishment, and landscape design. In 2015, he returned to Bangladesh and founded Trikon Architects, a practice rooted in the core ideology of environment-responsive architecture. Leading a dedicated team of architects and engineers, he has successfully overseen the completion of more than 50 projects. These range from small-scale residences to large-scale public space architecture, gaining national and international recognition for their innovative contributions.

Shafique Rahman is a Registered Architect and a Member of the Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB) as well as Rajdhani Unnayan Kartripakkha (RAJUK). He served as Member Secretary of the Environment and Urbanization Subcommittee in the 24th Executive Council of IAB and was also a member of the Public Health Group in the Union of International Architects (UIA) from 2021 to 2023.

Shafique Rahman integrates sustainable design with local cultural and environmental contexts across residential, commercial, institutional, and public spaces. His commitment has earned him numerous accolades,

including 2nd place in the ARCASIA International Design Competition (2020). He recently won two prestigious national competitions: : "Envisioning A Safe and Sustainable Life with Architecture for A Water Nomad Community in Bangladesh," organized by IAB, OXFAM, and CNRS, and the highly esteemed"Purbachal International Convention Center (PICC)" competition, organized by IAB and RAJUK in 2024. Since 2016, he has served as Assistant Professor at AUST, publishing research on sustainability, materials, urban regeneration, and shape grammar. His work has been featured in global conferences, continuing to influence architecture through thoughtful practice, research, and teaching rooted in environmental respect.

Executive Director

DIRECTOR

ENG. SHEIKH MASUM MD. SALAHUDDIN,

Executive Director

B.Sc in Civil Engineering, RUET,

M.Sc. in Structural Engineering (Ongoing),

Life Fellow (F-9968), FIEB

Year of Practice: 2001- Present

Eng. Sheikh Masum Md. Salahuddin, born in Bangladesh in 1976, has dedicated his career to the field of civil and structural engineering, shaping key infrastructure with innovative and sustainable solutions. He completed his Bachelor's in Civil Engineering from the Bangladesh Institute of Technology, Rajshahi (2001), and is currently pursuing an M.Sc. in Structural Engineering at Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to professional growth and excellence. With over two decades of experience, he has contributed to significant infrastructure projects in Bangladesh and the UAE, encompassing leadership roles that have shaped urban and transportation development.

As a Life Fellow of The Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB), Eng. Sheikh Masum Md. Salahuddin has played a pivotal role in national and international infrastructure projects. His leadership experience includes serving as Additional Director at Development Design Consultants Limited (DDC) and Director of Operations at SARM Associates Ltd. His contributions extend beyond technical execution to strategic planning, project coordination, and technical leadership, reinforcing his impact on Bangladesh’s engineering landscape.

Engr. Sk. Masum Md. Salahuddin joined Trikon Architects in 2025 as an Executive Director. In this role, he has led the team in strategic decision-making, business acquisition, project leadership, partnership development, Financial Management and Service Excellence. His expertise spans highways, bridges, urban infrastructure, and geotechnical engineering, with contributions to major projects such as metro rail systems, expressways, and large-scale urban initiatives. He plays a key role in feasibility studies, digital surveys, and geotechnical investigations, ensuring projects adhere to modern engineering standards and environmental considerations.

With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, he remains deeply devoted to the progress of infrastructure development. His expertise encompasses a broad range of projects, from bridges and highways to urban development and public infrastructure. He has previously made notable contributions to the Chittagong Elevated Expressway, Third Shitalakhya Bridge, Nalua Baher Char Bridge, Muradpur Flyover, Shah Amanat Airport, the Sylhet-Tamabil 4-Lane Highway, and the modernization of Shahid Captain Monsur Ali Park, Rajshahi. In recent years, he has led major consultancy services for infrastructure projects under RHD, LGED, RAJUK, RDA, CDA, DSCC, RCC, and other government agencies, further strengthening his role in the country’s development.

Beyond his professional endeavours, Sheikh Masum Md. Salahuddin remains committed to the growth of the engineering field. His proficiency in structural and transportation engineering has been instrumental in shaping major infrastructure projects across Bangladesh. Through technical coordination, mentorship, and consultancy, he continues to influence the industry, guiding sustainable and resilient engineering solutions that will benefit communities for generations.