Arun Kumar Rout joined Architect Hafeez Contractor (AHC) in May 2021 and holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Piloo Mody College of Architecture, Cuttack (2020). He is a Council of Architecture–registered architect and, as a Junior Associate, has contributed to residential and master planning projects within the practice.

At AHC, his work focuses on residential developments and housing projects, with involvement in design development and coordination. His portfolio includes Godrej Woodville, Hinjewadi (Pune), Address 51, Bandra (Mumbai), Ashar Merac, Thane, and Ashford Regal, Mulund (Mumbai), reflecting experience across high-density urban housing.

His design approach emphasizes contextual responsiveness, sustainability, and user experience, with an interest in integrating landscape and biophilic principles into contemporary urban developments.