My name is Olivia Krewer, and I am an architectural designer interested in exploring human-centered design with consideration for context and client needs. I am looking to join a collaborative practice that values rigorous design and inquiry.
1100 Architect, New York, NY, US, Junior Designer
- Master planned and analyzed State Department properties overseas including, studies of the urban context, cultural value, and reconfigurations
- In SD and DD meshed existing separate structures to create new community space and redefine how students learn at Berkley Carrol School
- Created documentation and planned out construction for multi-phase projects
- Studied client needs and different floor plan configurations to creatively problem solve how to best meet different stakeholder concerns on a restrictive site
digifabshop, Albany, NY, US, Project Engineer
- Worked on projects through all phases of the design process to completion
- Modeled and enhanced construction of a Prouve House and Donald Judd furnishings
- Learned visual communication clarity and detailing
Rensselaer School of Architecture, Troy, NY, US, Fabrication Technician
- Innovated through technological and machine-based fabrication
- Undertook studies in materiality and representation
- Expanded the shop’s capabilities by aiding in building the 3D printer and robot suites
HED, Chicago, IL, US, Intern Architectural Designer
- Worked under my superiors to aid in design, construction documentation, and explorative studies
Faculty Award for Service to the Institute, Award
Presented by Dean Evan Douglis of the School of Architecture at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Faculty Award for Excellence in Education, Award
Presented by Dean Evan Douglis of the School of Architecture at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Leadership Award, Scholarship
Award for Excellence in Drawing, 1st Place
Mckee Award for International Studies, Grant