I am Shijin Ding, an architect with a Master of Science in Design from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of Architecture from Auburn University. I specialize in sustainable and innovative design, with professional experience in urban planning and leading construction teams. Proficient in AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite, I am dedicated to creating environmentally friendly and aesthetically pleasing architectural solutions.
Qingdao Municipal Engineering Design Institute, Shandong, China, Summer Intern
● Conducted an on-site inspection of a 5,000-square-foot old urban residential community, compiling a report detailing rainfall patterns, terrain slope, land use types, and soil permeability
● Utilized AutoCAD and Rhino to design a master plan, achieving a 20% rise in per capita green space
● Researched urban flood strategies and created presentations with case overviews and three climate adaptation solutions
● Revamped fitness and social areas based on human flow, doubling space use and enhancing resident well-being
Ophelia’s Home, Newbern, AL, Designer
● Collaborated with three senior architects on a charity project to negotiate a $20K construction project for a low-income family, compiling a summary report from initial clarifications
● Developed a customized design solution using more than 30 hand-drawn sketches and watercolor illustrations
● Created detailed virtual walkthrough designs with Rhino and Lumion, leading to an 89% increase in project approvals
● Led two team members to design and install on-site termite-resistant devices, reducing termite infestation by 95%
● Managed budgets and communicated with 5+ door and window suppliers, overseeing number, size, and pricing details
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, US, Masters, Advanced Architectural Design
GPA: 3.5/4.0 | Relevant Coursework: Architecture Design Innovation, Robotic Fabrication, Architecture and Climate
Auburn University, Auburn, AL, US, BArch, Architecture Design
GPA: 3.6/4.0 | Relevant Coursework: Structures of Buildings I, II & III, History of Modern Architecture
4 Semester Honors Dean's List, Weitzman Scholarships, Scholarship
Awarded to 2 out of 55 applicants
Merit Award Winner of Auburn Research Symposium, 1st Place
Auburn Architecture Department Undergraduate Excellence Award, Honorable Mention
