Hi, my name is Na Shen. I am a Korean Chinese who can speak both Korean and Mandarin natively. I also have a diverse background in my education and work experiences.
My diverse background includes a Master of Architecture degree from UCLA, a Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from Seoul National University, and experience as both an architect and a landscape architect. I am a multi-disciplinary architect with a profound interest in sustainable design. My approach revolves around integrating architecture and landscape to create spaces that evoke human emotions and memories while championing environmental responsibility. I possess a solid grasp of designing with sustainability in mind by leveraging my LEED GA and LEED AP Building Design+Construction certifications. I am on the path to Architectural Registration. I completed AXP hours on programming & Analysis, Project Planning & Design, and filling up other categories.
During my over 3 years of practical experience at esteemed firms like RIOS, Zaha Hadid Architects, Ateliers Jean Nouvel, AECOM, and Hassell, I actively participated in projects at all phases, ranging from competitions and concept development to construction documentation, across cultural, residential, and urban design projects. In addition to having experience in various project types, I have experience collaborating with international design teams and consultants honed my ability to adapt quickly to different workflows. My proficiency in Revit, BIM360, Rhino, Enscape, Grasshopper, and Adobe Suites enables me to produce high-quality graphic documents that complement the projects. My skills include planning, design coordination, and problem-solving, supported by a passion for regenerative design. I am eager to work on innovative projects, collaborate with senior designers and continuously develop my abilities. Managing my workload efficiently, I am committed to meeting deadlines while delivering exceptional results.
In my final year at UCLA, I honed the storytelling side of my craft by utilizing Unreal Engine and Cinema 4D to make short films. To me, architecture is a narrative that shapes the future of our surroundings. I’m a believer in continual self-improvement. In my mind, AI will play a key role in the creative process of future architects and designers. I have explored the possibilities of using Midjourney and Stable Diffusion in architectural design, and I am currently diving into ChatGPT’s capabilities for writing Python code in Grasshopper.
Thank you!
RIOS, Los Angeles, CA, US, Architectural Designer
Participated in concept design, schematic design, and design development for multi-family residential, commercial, life science, and mixed-use redevelopment projects.
Participated in International Design Competitions in both the United States and China, the study of massing design iterations (final win). Created highly-detailed Enscape in-house renderings, diagrams, plans, and section drawings.
Prepared feasibility plans, permit sets for the city, and business marketing brochures for multi-family residential projects, showcasing plans, sections, elevations, and renderings with comprehensive documentation.
Conducted thorough research and collected necessary architectural data for insightful analysis to inform the design process.
Developed design specifications and architectural layouts, ensuring all client requirements were met effectively.
Proficient in 3D modeling and rendering with Rhino & Enscape, Lumion, and Adobe Suites. Produced construction drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
Explored Artificial Intelligence applications in architectural design, specifically Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, and ChatGPT, with Python code in Grasshopper.
Zaha Hadid Architects, Beijing, CN, Architectural Intern
Participated in the international design competition for a Headquarter building project, contributing significantly to the design, documentation, and client presentations.
Modeling and rendering using Rhino and Adobe Suites. Collaborated effectively with an international team and clients.
Ateliers Jean Nouvel, Paris, FR, Architectural Intern
Engaged in concept design, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation phases for Cultural and Commercial Mixed-Use projects, Headquarters building projects.
Created detailed documentation using Revit; Modeled and rendered with Rhino, AutoCAD, Enscape, Lumion, and Adobe Suites.
Conducted thorough material research and code analysis for local-based projects.
Collaborated seamlessly with international teams, clients, and local consultants to meet all design criteria effectively.
AECOM, San Francisco, CA, US, Architectural Intern
Participated in Design Development and Construction documentation phases for civic and transportation projects.
Skillfully delivered comprehensive architectural details that effectively merged conceptual and artistic ideas with technical precision, resulting in superior technical information.
Prepared documentation using Revit; Modeled and rendered with Rhino, Vray, Enscape, Lumion, and Adobe Suites.
Conducted thorough material research and code analysis for US-based projects.
Utilized both handcrafted and 3D-printed physical models to augment the design process.
PARKKIM, Seoul, KR, Landscape Designer
Participated in concept design, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation of landscape design on commercial shopping malls, urban street design, and office buildings.
Prepared detailed documentation using AutoCAD; Modeling and rendering with Rhino, Vray, Lumion, and Adobe Suites.
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Los Angeles, CA, US, MArch, Architecture
Master of Architecture I
Department of Architecture and Urban Design, School of the Arts and Architecture, University of California, Los Angeles, USA
University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, CN, Bachelors, Environmental Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering-Environmental Science
Department of Environmental Science, School of Earth and Space Science, University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), China
Continuing Student Award, Scholarship
Department of Architecture and Urban Design, University of California, Los Angeles
Continuing Student Award, Scholarship
Department of Architecture and Urban Design, University of California, Los Angeles
James Pettit Fellowship, Scholarship
Department of Architecture and Urban Design, University of California, Los Angeles
Gold Award, 1st Place
International Design Summer School at College of Architecture and Urban Planning, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
Global Scholarship, Scholarship
Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea
Outstanding Student Scholarship, Scholarship
Funded by SK. Cop. of Korea for 4 consecutive years
