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Alexander Konchev

Alexander Konchev

Johannesburg, ZA

 
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About 

I am a candidate architect base in Johannesburg, South Africa. I want to make architecture that uses parametric design to be unique and innovative in aesthetics while also making meaningful impact to its context through the use of sustainable design, both materially and culturally. I believe the seamless blend between the digital and real world can craft spaces that result in a positive impact to the social and physical environment. I have confidence that through an adaptable and experimental approach to design, allowing the design process to inform architecture is the best way to create the most impactful architectural solutions. I really hold to heart that lifelong learning and being open to new ideas and technologies ensures that my design approach is always evolving and adapting to new environments.

Employment 

Mode Designs, Johannesburg, ZA, Candidate Architectural Technologist

Contract administration, Design, Consultant co-ordination, Preparing Drawings, Post production Visualisation/Rendering

Jul 2019 - Mar 2020
 

Paragon Architects, Johannesburg, ZA, Student Architect

Contract administration, Design, Consultant co-ordination, Preparing Drawings, compiling presentations

Mar 2017 - Jan 2018
 

26'10" South Architects, Johannesburg, ZA, Architectural Assistant

Preparing drawings, Writing up PHRAG (Provincial Heritage Resources Authority Gauteng) Reports, Model making.

May 2014 - Dec 2014
 

Education 

The University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, ZA, MArch, Masters in Architecture

In my MArch program, I interrogated how mental health treatment could be improved through the lens of Biophilia and I was commended on the quality of research I produced.

Jan 2020 - Mar 2021
 

The University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, ZA, Bachelor of Architectural Studies with Honours

Jan 2018 - Aug 2019
 

The University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, ZA, BArch, Bachelor of Architectural Studies

Jan 2013 - Mar 2017
 

Awards 

SAISC Steel Design Prize, Award

The 2nd year Bachelor of Architectural Studies student for best design in steel construction.

2015
 

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