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Merari Banuelos

Merari Banuelos

Los Angeles, CA, US

 
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About 

As a recent graduate with a Bachelor's of Architecture and a Minor in Ethnic Studies from California Polytechnic State University, I am now based in Los Angeles, ready to embark on my professional journey in architecture and design! My academic achievements include being a Cal Poly Scholar and a six-time Dean's List recipient. I have honed my skills in various architectural software including Rhino 3D, Grasshopper, Revit, and AutoCAD, and fabrication techniques such as 3D printing, laser-cutting, and woodwork. My professional experience includes an architectural internship at Gregg Maedo + Associates, where I assisted in drafting architectural plans and conducting site visits.

Beyond my technical qualifications, I am deeply passionate about diversity and inclusion in architecture. This interest is reflected in my involvement as a CAED Student Council Representative, a Fifth Year Student Committee Studio Representative, and my role as Treasurer for the CAED DEI Committee. I have been actively involved in organizing exhibitions, facilitating discussions on diversity initiatives, and promoting lectures on equity and inclusion within the architectural community. As a bilingual professional fluent in both English and Spanish, I am currently looking to transition into an Entry-Level Architectural Designer role in the Los Angeles area. 

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Employment 

Gregg Maedo + Associates, Orange, CA, US, Architectural Intern

+ Assisted architects in drafting and revising detailed architectural plans using AutoCAD and Revit
+ Joined comprehensive site visits to gather precise data and measurements for ongoing projects
+ Conducted product and code research for various public and institutional projects
+ Documented and measured rooms to accurately reproduce plans using Revit for building renovations

Jan 2023 - Sep 2023
 

Education 

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, BArch, Architecture

The architecture program at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) is a rigorous and highly regarded five-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) degree program. Known for its "learn by doing" philosophy, the program emphasizes hands-on experience and practical application of design principles. Students engage in a variety of projects, from conceptual design to detailed architectural plans, often collaborating with peers from related disciplines. The curriculum integrates design studios with technical courses, blending traditional skills and digital technologies. As part of the program, students have the opportunity to participate in the Los Angeles Metro Program, which immerses them in a multicultural urban setting rich with learning, practicing, and networking opportunities. Consistently ranked among the top undergraduate architecture programs in the nation, Cal Poly SLO's architecture program prepares students for successful careers in architecture and related fields through its comprehensive, hands-on approach to architectural education.

Sep 2019 - Jun 2024
 

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