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Monica Medina

Monica Medina

Chicago, IL, US

 

About 

I am a 2023 Master of Architecture from the University of Notre Dame and I am inspired and passionate about designs that are humane, context-sensitive, and that create important and relevant dialogue within the community. Traditional principles are important to me knowing that they are timeless and still relevant in our modern times.

Beyond my knowledge of design, I’m proficient in CAD software, a 3-D modeling and hand drafting. With my experience, working with a variety of projects and environments has allowed me to develop exceptional communication skills and strong detail orientation. 

I am highly motivated, dedicated and always eager to take on a new challenge. 

Elsewhere:

Employment 

Yellow House Architects, New York, NY, US, Architectural Intern

-Engage with all phases of design drawings for high-end residential projects, organize files and materials, inspect construction sties.
-Generate 3-D models and renders, prepare design mock-ups
and mood boards.

Jun 2022 - Aug 2022
 

Pfeffer Torode Architecture, Nashville, TN, US, Architectural Intern

-Production of architectural drawings in all phases of design (schematic design through construction documents)
-Advance and author client presentations, renderings and maintain project files
-Prepare drawings, schedules, and specifications
-Collaborate & coordinate on completed project photoshoots for publication and marketing material
-Contribution to projects in high-end residential and commercial

Aug 2020 - Aug 2021
 

Education 

University of Cambridge, Cambridge, England , The Centre for the Study of Classical Architecture

Students are introduced to classical history and theory in on-site lectures and learn the techniques and methods of sketching, measured drawing, hand draughtsmanship, and watercoloring in an immersive studio environment. This program provides formation in the history and practice of traditional architecture. Students embark on a studio project to prepare a theoretical design to fit new buildings into Cambridge’s historic urban fabric, encouraging students to think about sustainable growth.

Jun 2023 - Aug 2023
 

University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN, US, MArch, Master of Architecture

Graduate curriculum promotes a holistic approach to design education and the understanding of detail, building, and city. Students develop fundamental hand drawing and drafting skills alongside the teaching of classical and traditional principles.

Aug 2021 - May 2023
 

Judson University, Elgin, IL, US, Bachelors, Architecture- Bachelor of the Arts

4 year program. Bachelor of the Arts in Architecture

Aug 2016 - May 2020
 

Institute of Classical Architecture and Art, New York, NY, US, Certificate in Classical Architecture

The Summer Studio in Classical Architecture introduces students pursuing careers in architecture and its allied fields to skills and resources essential to the practice of classical architectural design today. The curriculum is structured within a classical design studio and culminates in a design project for a new classical building.

Jun 2019 - Jul 2019
 

Awards 

Fagan Research Grant, Scholarship

Academic Scholarship award to indivdual for thesis research travel.

2023
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills