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Janet Lu

Janet Lu

New York, NY, US

 
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Employment 

Henning Larsen, Copenhagen, DK, Architectural Assistant

• Led several design concept studies for University of Warwick’s new Business school extension, such as
from interior corridor, atrium lighting and exterior facade;
• Assisted with plan drawings with team architects and BIM manager for internal and external usage.
• Collaborated with engineers and contractors through regular meetings for client delivery.

Jan 2024 - May 2024
 

OMA (The Office for Metropolitan Architecture), New York, NY, US, Architectural Assistant

• Assisted in interior detailing for Dior’s 2022 exhibition in Tokyo, including the Lantern design in a room.
• Crafted a pitch for a flagship store, researching and creating design concepts for client submission.
• Produced facade design options for Centre Pompidou’s new extension in New Jersey, illustrated through
3D visualizations and architectural drawings.
• Created intricate digital models of building components, including various window options.
• Led the production process for several complex physical models

Aug 2022 - Dec 2022
 

James K.M. Cheng Architects Inc., Vancouver, BC, CA, Architectural Assistant

• Conducted site visits and precedent analyses for tall mixed-use buildings at 555 Cordova, producing
massing concept studies compliant with local zoning laws.
• Managed the renovation of a living room for the Cheng Residence, reviewing construction drawings and
consulting suppliers to finalize proposals.

May 2021 - Aug 2021
 

Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, US, Woodshop Student Assistant

• Managed the use of wood and metal shop spaces in the college of AAP, assisting students in need,
troubleshooting and leading the upkeep of the facility

Sep 2019 - Dec 2019
 

Education 

Cornell University, BArch, BArch

Aug 2019 - Dec 2023
 
Aug 2018 - May 2019
 

Awards 

Edwin A. Seipp Memorial Prize, 1st Place

Department of Architecture, Cornell University: The Edwin A. Seipp Memorial Prizes were established in 1948 by Mrs. E.A. Seipp in memory of her husband, an alumnus of the Class of 1905. One or more prizes are awarded to third-year student(s) in a special design competition.

2020
 

Areas of Specialization