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Kush Shah

Kush Shah

New York, NY, US

 
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About 

Innovative and motivated Architect and Computational Designer with 5 years of experience specializing in creating advanced, creative, and functional designs. I excel in developing and executing complex design solutions leveraging advanced technological applications to transform conceptual abstractions into tangible, innovative architectural solutions. Passionate about exploring new design avenues, I thrive in problem-solving and focusing on the finest details.

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Employment 

Arthur Chabon Architect, Irvington, NY, US, Architectural Designer 2

• Engaging into array of projects, spanning from high-end residential to religious institutions, implementing complex regulatory framework of New York city by understanding building codes from designing to execution by utilizing AutoCAD for drafting.
• Conducting surveys, transforming physical environments into three-dimensional representation through point cloud manipulation with Capturing Reality, while utilizing Rhino 3D for Modelling, Enscape for visualization and Revit for construction documents.
• Communicating with clients, consultants and contractors to streamline project workflows, manage timelines overseeing design iterations, documentation and on-site coordination.

Sep 2023 - current
 

andblack design studio, Ahmedabad, IN, Lead Architect

• Spearheaded design, development, and execution of an extensive portfolio of diverse architectural projects, ranging from, Interiors to residential, institutional to commercial and hospitality to urban scales while ensuring seamless integration of form and function across all varied typologies.
• Integrated parametric designs using tools like Grasshopper and Rhino 3D, producing detailed construction drawings using AutoCAD and high-quality Lumion for comprehensive design communication for various projects of different scales.
• Fostered strong relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors, ensuring seamless coordination of design decisions and effective resolution of on-site challenges throughout all project stages.
• Led a team of junior designers and interns, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment overcoming crucial design challenges, ensuring design excellence through creative and strategic planning.

Aug 2019 - Jul 2022
 

Connect Four Design Studio, Mumbai, IN, Architectural Intern

• Conducted extensive research and generated innovative design concepts for high-rise residential apartments, contributing to the development of forward-thinking architectural solutions.
• Collaborated closely with Architects, providing valuable assistance in creation of construction and service drawings, utilizing Revit.

Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
 

Education 

New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), Manhattan, NYC, NY, US, Masters, Masters of Science in Architecture, Computational Technologies

Sep 2022 - May 2023
 

Institute of Architecture and Planning, Nirma University, Ahmedabad, IN, BArch, B.Arch

Aug 2014 - Oct 2019
 

Awards 

RHA Praxis, Award

Stood 5th in a 5-Star Hotel Design Competition

2023
 

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