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Victor Ohene

Victor Ohene

New York, NY, US

 

About 

Victor is a Bachelors of Art in Architecture graduate from Columbia University in the City of New York. During his undergraduate studies, his work emphasizes on communicating design through varying modes of representation. Each design considers how the perception and experience of architecture shapes spaces and interactions. 

Victor currently works as an gallery/production intern for the Storefront for Art and Architecture and a course assistant for an introductory studio class. To date, Victor has had work experience with Wolfgang and Hite, Kaleidoscope Design Bureau, and RAAD Studio. 

Coming from Ghana, Victor has tailored his experiences and education to gain a holistic approach to architecture that considers culture, history, the environment and sustainability. 

Elsewhere:

Employment 

Barnard + Columbia Architecture Department, New York, NY, US, Course Assistant

Working as the Teaching Assistant for the Introduction to Architectural Design and
Visual Culture Studio taught by Jerome Haferd. Responsibilities included assisting
with desk critiques, preparing course material, and organizing tutorial workshops
and help-room sessions.

Jan 2020 - current
 

Storefront for Art and Architecture, New York, NY, US, Gallery/ Production Intern

Assist with preparing and installing exhibitions and events. Producing exhibition
drawings, layouts, related display elements, and formatting artwork. Researching
and developing exhibition design strategies.

Sep 2019 - current
 

Wolfgang and Hite, New York, NY, US, Assistant Designer

Contributed in the design development of the Harmony Dispensary Project and
Wish Store Atlanta. Responsibilities included creating 3D models; creating and
editing renderings; making physical models; and procuring material samples.

Jun 2019 - Aug 2019
 

Kaleidoscope Design Bureau, Accra, GH, Interior Design Intern

Assisted in initial concept designs and renderings for a seafood restaurant. Aided
in curating and installing art and fixtures in an apartment complex.

Jul 2018 - Aug 2018
 

raad studio, New York, NY, US, Intern

Assisted in project documentation, surveys and material sample procurement.

Jun 2017 - Aug 2017
 

Education 

Columbia University, New York, NY, US, Bachelors, Architecture

Bachelors of Arts in Architecture with a cluster focused on Sustainable Development and Research.

Aug 2016 - May 2020
 

Awards 

Global Retail Challenge 2019, 3rd Place

Hosted by the Bensadoun School of Retail Management at McGill University, the Global Retail Challenge invites students partake in a retail case competition to tackle the pressing issues impacting retail, sustainability, the circular economy and Grand Challenges facing society.

Blog post on award: https://blogs.ei.columbia.edu/2019/11/19/undergrads-circular-economy-competition/

2020
 

Deans List 2016 -2020, Award

During each academic term, students who have earned a minimum GPA of 3.6 or better in 12 or more points of letter credit in the preceding term are placed on the Dean’s List.

2020
 

Department Honors, Other

2020
 

Marcia Mead Design Award, Award

2020
 

Louis Sudler Prize in the Arts, Honorable Mention

2020
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills