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Michal Grzymala

Michal Grzymala

Warsaw, PL

 

About 

My idea is to undertake every project with open mind, and without preconceived concepts or assumptions.
I am testing different approaches towards design challenges that I face, and develop custom tools to solve them.
I do not have a fixed methodology for arriving at solutions, instead I try to adapt to specificity of each project, and develop new ones accordingly.
In my work I have collaborated with artists, scientists, educators, constructors, building contractors, musicians, carpenters and soldiers (not necessarily in that order). 
I am always interested in extending my expertise and further developing my skills in new disciplines.

My experience
As exhibition designer I have experience in conducting projects from concept sketches to finished objects, supervising every stage of their development, and simplifying the dialogue between content developers, constructors and workshop staff during the process.

Within the Architectural field, I have been developing concepts, construction designs and detailed documentation, as well as supervising construction sites and representing architectural studio before construction contractors.

My background
During my studies I have spent two years abroad (in Turin, Italy and Barcelona, Spain) and had the opportunity to collaborate on projects with students from across the world. 
I have tried to broaden the scope of my study program, taking courses in industrial design, experimental techniques in design, and sustainability.

I believe that my experience enables me to tackle projects of various scales and levels of complexity, and work in teams with people representing different disciplines, approaches and mindsets.

Elsewhere:

Employment 

Copernicus Science Centre, Warsaw, PL, Exhibition Designer

Executing scenography projects and scientific exhibits from concept design to finished objects. Supervising every stage of project development. Collaborating with content developers, constructors, and workshop team.

Mar 2012 - current
 

WXCA Architects, Warsaw, PL, Architectural Assistant

Developing architectural concepts, construction designs and detailed designs. Supervising construction sites. Representing architectural studio before building contractors. Developing custom software tools for solving design challenges.

Feb 2010 - Mar 2012
 

Education 

Warsaw University of Technology, Warsaw, PL, BArch, Architecture & Urban Planning

Architecture for Society of Knowledge - International Program in English offered by Warsaw University of Technology - Faculty of Architecture. Strongly focused on experimental and parametric design.

Oct 2010 - Jun 2012
 

IaaC - The Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia, Barcelona, ES, MArch, Architecture & Urban Planning

Oct 2008 - Jun 2009
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills