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ALEX JIANG

ALEX JIANG

Los Angeles, CA, US

 
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About 

I was heavily hands-on with medium to large scale commercial and institution projects, i.e. Creative offices in Los Angeles, UCSD’s Theatre District Living & Learning District in SD and CD phases, and Marshall College from competition all the way to the completion of CD phase. I'm known for my efficiency and creativity when it comes to building parametric design tools, delivering design iterations and comprehensive analytics. Also certified in LEED AP BD+C, I lead energy and cost-saving sustainable design approaches on various projects.

Employment 

Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects (EYRC), Los Angeles, CA, US, Architectural Designer

Took leading role in developing parametric design tools, with a focus on sustainability analytics. Served as a core member of the firm’s Digital Practice Committee, Design Justice Committee and Wellness Task Force. Developed architectural concepts and carried them through schematic design and documentation. Project types include university campus, creative offices, lab space, multifamily and mixed-use developments, the latest project being UCSD Marshall College from competition to the completion of construction documentation.

Jun 2019 - Jan 2024
 

Lee + Mundwiler Architects , Los Angeles, CA, US, Architectural Designer

My role was versatile at the small award-winning practice in Santa Monica. Project types include Single family residence, mixed development, international competitions, R&D and art installation.

May 2013 - Jul 2017
 

Education 

University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles, CA, US, MArch, Master of Architecture

Master of Architecture (M.Arch II)

Aug 2017 - May 2019
 

The New School, New York, NY, US/ SCE , BArch, School of Constructed Environment (SCE) program

BFA in Architecture

Sep 2009 - May 2012
 

Emily Carr University of Art + Design, Vancouver, BC, CA, Bachelors, Fine Arts Program

Completion of the 2-years in Bachelor of Fine Art program

Sep 2007 - May 2009
 

Awards 

Guest Critic at Culver City High School, Other

As part of the Design Justice Committee at EYRC, I had the opportunity to attend the end of year student presentations of their CTE Architectural Design Class to offer critique and industry insight.

2021
 

LEED AP BD+C Certification, Other

The certification deepened my understanding of sustainable design and helped me to apply it to professional practice at EYRC, used in conjunction with environmental analysis and parametric design.

2021
 

Venice Biennale 2016, Other

Lead of R&D, test and development of Lee+Mundwiler’s interactive installation “Chill Pavilion” at Plazzo Mora.

2016
 

Annual Excellence in Design Award, Award

Recipient of the Parsons School of Design Architecture Department’s Annual Excellence in Design Award for the thesis design “House for a Couple”.

2012
 

Kalil Fellows/Fellowship Awards, Award

Field research on sustainability in the ancient underground dwellings in China, in collaboration with Tsinghua University in Beijing.

2012
 

The National Solar Decathlon Competition, Award

Binary project for the team Empower House (the most affordable award) in cooperation with The National Solar Decathlon Competition.

2011
 

Chase Community Development Competition, Award

Partnered with the financial team of Lang Institute of Technology to create strategies to rebuild community of the historical La Selle street, New Orleans

2010
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills