Elena Whittle is a recent graduate of Syracuse University with an interest in the social impact that responsible and sustainable architecture can have on local and global communities. She has worked in New York City and Philadelphia. She recently received recognition for her undergraduate thesis, which explores gentrification, affordable housing, and class dynamics in urban space. In November 2019, she was awarded a grant from Syracuse University towards travel research for this project.
MontesBuild, Inc., Brooklyn, Architectural Designer
Currently facilitate design-build projects from pre-design through construction. Tasks include producing drawing sets, building digital models, sourcing materials, creating presentations, and coordinating with consultants and clients. Projects range from commercial to residential.
Renegade Magazine, Syracuse, Back of Book Editor
Managed writers, edited stories, enforced deadlines and assisted staff members in production of the back half of the magazine. Organized events throughout the year.
STUDIO V Architecture, New York, NY, US, Freelance Research Assistant
Collected image and text-based research on a freelance basis for an upcoming book by Jay Valgora, principal of Studio V Architecture
Ballinger, Philadelphia, PA, US, Architectural Intern
Developed digital models and preliminary design iterations; worked on site-analysis, created analysis drawings, and produced materials for internal meetings for the New Patient Tower Project. Assisted and coordinated with project leaders.
STUDIO V Architecture, Syracuse, Architectural Intern
Created renderings, built models, and conducted site research for several
different projects; helped develop a preliminary design proposal through drawings
and digital models. Produced presentation materials for client meetings.
Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY, US, BArch, Architecture
Bachelor of Architecture, Cum Laude, Chancellor’s Scholar
previously: SU School of Communications, Fall 2014- Spring 2015
Syracuse University in Florence, Florence, IT, Architecture
Abroad semester in Florence, Italy
Syracuse School of Architecture Thesis Awards, Honorable Mention
Received an honorable mention from Syracuse School of Architecture for my undergraduate thesis project, "Redesigning Gentrification: Creating an Architecture for the Displaced."
Chancellor's Scholarship, Scholarship
Merit-based scholarship issued by Syracuse University. The award is given annually until the recipient graduates.
SOURCE Grant Recipient, Grant
Won a $3,100 grant from Syracuse University towards my undergraduate thesis research and travel.
Academic Excellence Award, Award
Awarded to a member of the WellsLink Leadership Program who has achieved academic excellence over the past semester.
