I am an aspiring Architect and Urban Designer looking for an exciting opportunity to apply my talents at a forward-thinking multidisciplinary firm.
I made it my mission to have a strong diversity in academic and professional experiences. By 2017, I graduated from the University at Buffalo with a Masters in both Architecture and Planning, and had various internship experiences in general contracting, urban design, development and architecture firms. These opportunities have played an important role in shaping the designer I am today.
Aside from geeking out over tech, I also love cutting hair! As a hobby that turned into a side business, I get to meet new people and have my clientele looking beautiful and confident.
If you would like to see some of my work, please visit my website at:
www.achandsgn.com
TM Montante Development, Buffalo, NY, US, Architectural Designer Intern
● Developed a conceptual vision for a mixed-use proposal on one of Buffalo’s largest new development projects
● Drafted schematic designs for a 50,000 SF retail-residential new build, a 70,000 SF historic hospital rehabilitation into retail-residential units, and an urban plaza within the site
● Visualizations and flythroughs helped acquire investors and community support
● Employment at Montante Development resulted from winning the Gates Circle Design Competition
UB Regional Institute, Buffalo, NY, US, Urban Designer Intern
● Assisted in developing an Urban Design Masterplan for an 1,800 acre site in Niagara Falls Brownfield Opportunity Area
● Identified four strategic districts and illustrated recommendations through site plans and visualizations
● Drafted presentation material for stakeholder meetings, the City of Niagara Falls, and the Developer's Forum hosted by the Niagara Falls Office of Economic Development
● Work was featured on WIVB Channel 4 News in the Buffalo-Niagara region with support from the community
Adelhardt Construction, New York, NY, US, Assistant Project Manager Intern
● Provided assistance to Project Managers on two Citibank renovation projects in Manhattan
● Developed a strong understanding in the dialogue between architect, engineer, contractor, and client
● Assisted in the development of the scope of work and financial planning for major renovations
University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, US, Masters, Masters of Urban and Regional Planning
Gates Circle Competition, 1st Place
BUGAIK International Architecture Exhibition, Other
Beijing Design Week, Other
WNY APA: Oustanding Student Project, 1st Place
UB Celebration of Student Academic Excellence: Excellence in Research, Award
ACE Scholarship, Scholarship
