Wei-Huan, Chueh is an innovative designer with a passion for creating impactful and creative architecture that enriches lives. She holds an M.S. in Architecture and Urban Design from UCLA Architecture and Urban Design, where she honed her skills in computer programs, interactive design, and data visualization into virtual reality and argumental reality.
As a Designer I at Michael W. Folonis Architects, she engages in all architectural stages and gains hands-on experience in 3D modeling, BIM, digital fabrication, and zoning code compliance. She thrives on tailoring architectural identities to specific project conditions, addressing constraints such as scale, mass, function, sustainability, urban context, zoning, and construction processes. She also leverages gaming practices and virtual reality to present an innovative approach to space exploration.Michael W. Folonis Architects, Santa Monica, CA, US, Designer I
- Contribute to the development of the 1801 Wilshire project, studying codes, preparing meeting materials, and utilizing ArchiCAD for feasibility schemes.
- Create visually impactful presentation materials and intricate physical models using advanced 3D printing techniques.
- Meet conference deadlines promptly, ensuring the timely delivery of materials.
- Understanding of California Building Code and Santa Monica City Code
Xiao Pottery Studio, Kaohsiung, TW, Co-Founder and Designer
Experience designing, producing, and managing ceramic products with diverse patterns and textures. Possess commercial management knowledge, proficiency in customer service, sales, and marketing, and expertise in showroom and pop-up store design.
Majesty Bell International Company, Royal Bell International Company, Glory Bell International Company, Taipei, TW, Graphic Designer, Branding, Business Designer
Providing branding and design services for car maintenance products. Expertise in creating logos, packaging, and product catalogs, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency across all channels.
H.P. Chueh Architects and Planners + 4Creative, Taipei, TW, Architectural Designer
Served as project manager and lead designer for various projects such as the "Gateway to Taipei Eastern" project in collaboration with KPF, New York, and Hong Kong in 2022 and the "Xinzhuang Collective Housing Development" in the same year. Worked as a senior designer for the Presbyterian Mission Church of Zhongshan in Taipei and won the Taipei MRT Circular Line Competition in 2019 as a junior designer.
Urban Regeneration Office in Urban Planning Dept. of Keelung City Government, Keelung, TW, Urban Planning Designer
Keelung Harbor master plan and development, where collaborated with coworkers, engineers, and financial investigators. Responsible for editing urban strategies and regularly liaised with the chief of government. Worked on national entrance project design and consulting and organized the Keelung City exhibition while editing publications.
H.A.P. Architects and Planners + 4Creative, Taipei, TW, Intern Architect
Participated in the following projects: (Official competition)
• Junior Designer and winner of the Nangang Social Housing competition
• Junior Designer of the reconstruction project for Chenggong Market, Taipei City
G.F.A Architects, Taipei, TW, Intern Architect
Team member of the design team responsible for the Yilan Collective Housing Development
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Los Angeles, CA, US, MArch, Master of Architecture and Urban Design
• Average score with a GPA of 3.8/ 4.0
Tamkung University, New Taipei City, TW, BArch, Architecture
• University students Academic improvements award, 2019
• Average score of 84.5/100 in Architecture Design (Top 1%)
International Architecture Conceptual Design Competition, 2nd Place
2nd Prize in the final stage; project《House in motion. The first meeting was in Yokohama, Japan. The final presentation was in Taipei City, Taiwan—competition advisor: Riken Yamamoto.
International Exhibition of Architecture Graduation Design (IEAGD), Honorable Mention
Finalist Award and honorable mention《House in motion》;Competition advisor: Fou Fujimoto
Taiwan 20 Selected Project, Honorable Mention
Project《House in motion》; Project advisor: Chia Ju Lin, OMA.
Thesis Design Exhibition in Dept. of Architecture, Honorable Mention
Project《House in motion》; Thesis advisor: Visiting Prof. Hideki Hirahara, H2O architects
