Oben Akmaz received his master’s degree in Computational Design from Yaşar University with a thesis on optimizing energy consumption in buildings. He began his professional career in R&D and design-focused architectural practices and has been auditing industrial facilities for production readiness since 2021. He is also a member of the Executive Board of the Izmir Chamber of Architects, contributing to the profession through his experience in design, industry, and technological innovation.