My idea of Architecture is largely authored by exploring its relationship with History, Art, Technology and Politics and demystifying the range of affects and effects that it produces.
In addition to obtaining a Bachelor of Architecture from Southern California Institute of Architecture, I bring a year of experience from both local and international firms, with a full range of responsibilities, duties, and project types. I have focused my academic and professional growth on building a solid foundation in architectural design principles, as well as learning industry-standard software and model-making. This has catered to my development as a proactive learner with versatile skills, making me an asset in a collaborative environment.
In unraveling the deeper capacities of Architecture through my education and work- I developed a desire for experiential, experimental and autonomous architecture that is not solely a result of its quotidian obligations of function, comfort and context.
Actively pursuing LEED AP BD+C certification
Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc), Los Angeles, CA, US, Fabrication Shop Assistant
Assisting B Arch and M Arch students in the SCI-Arc Fabrication Wood Shop to make architectural models using various heavy duty wood working tools and machines
Eliad Dorfman Design, Los Angeles, CA, US, Technical Designer (Architecture)
Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc), Los Angeles, CA, US, Peer Mentor
• Provided support and guidance to incoming students and aided with the facilitation of New Student Orientation, held office hours, hosted events, helped mentees with software skills while maintaining good standing
OylerWu Collabrative, Los Angeles, CA, US, Architectural Intern
• Co-designed project concepts, sketches, diagrams, and final working drawings for 2 residential projects, 1 commercial project and 2 architectural competitions
• Led a design team of 4 people from conception to completion to create 3 physical models for an architectural competition from their concept sketches and designing to 3D printing, electroplating, and documenting
• Co-constructed and co-designed a physical architectural model of size 11ftx16ft using styrene and 3D printed parts, achieving client satisfaction and a place in the exhibition for that architectural competition
• Proposed 20+ ideas during weekly team meetings, 9 of which were adopted into current or future projects
• Demonstrated proficiency in Rhino3D and TwinMotion with 2 ongoing architectural competitions, creating 3D models, 2D Drawings, spatial renders with increased design quality and clarity
Hiren Patel Architects, Ahmedabad, IN, Architectural Intern
• Drafted construction documents including plans, building sections, mechanical drawings, and construction details for 9 residential projects using Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD with extreme attention to detail
• Developed a layering system in AutoCAD to drastically increase team collaboration and deliver 3 projects before time through better organization
• Researched various material and construction systems to ensure compliance with building regulations and code while staying under budget and increasing client satisfaction
• Developed and rendered 3D models for 2 residential projects using SketchUp and Lumion to generate various elevation, exterior and interior views for client presentations
Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc), Los Angeles, CA, US, BArch, Bachelor of Architecture
Started in 2B as a Transfer Student from Nirma Institute of Architecture, India
Course Work: Design Studio focused on Commercial, Housing and Interior projects; Applied Studies focused on ADA, building codes and development of Construction Document using Autodesk Revit; Environmental Studies; Structure Studies; Visual Studies focused on Software skills and graphic design; History, Theory and Philosophy
