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Zichuan Mu

Zichuan Mu

New York, NY, US

 
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Employment 

Qingdao Architectural Design Institute Group Co., Ltd, Qingdao, CN, Architectual Assistant - Intern

Qingdao Vanke City Project
 Involved in detail design stage; finished technical drawing sets; schematic design for central Vanke square, including digital modeling and renderings.
China Resources Residential Project at Qingdao West Coast Health Eco Valley
 Created digital analysis drawings; produced elevation design renderings; performed 3D modeling throughout the initial design phase; and created aerial and interior renderings for the entire site in Lumion.

During my 2021 full-time internship in Qingdao, I contributed to two residential projects by deepening sketches, creating 3D models, and rendering designs. One of the projects posed a challenge in designing a house on a steep slope while maintaining an open and airy feel. Collaborating with senior architects and engineers, we developed a solution that incorporated a stepped terrace system to transition from the street level to the living areas while capturing sunlight and breeze. Using 3D modeling and visualization tools, we accurately presented the design and made real-time adjustments based on client feedback. This experience highlighted the importance of careful site analysis, effective communication, and collaboration skills crucial in the field of architecture.

Feb 2021 - Mar 2021
 

Education 

Columbia University, New York, NY, US, MArch, Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design

May 2022 - May 2023
 

Qingdao university of Technology, Qingdao, CN, BArch, Architecture

Sep 2017 - Jun 2022
 

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