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Carolina Pinedo

Carolina Pinedo

Bogotá, CO

 

About 

Passionate architect with a strong dedication to managing creative projects meticulously and upholding a commitment to excellence. With experience at University of los Andes and Rain Studio, I excel in leadership, coordination, and the successful execution of multidisciplinary projects. My track record encompasses design, research, and management, all oriented towards addressing architectural challenges comprehensively and achieving results.

Employment 

University of los Andes, Bogotá, CO, ACADEMIC PROJECT MANAGER

- PROJECTS:

- Consultancy Project Manager:

- Led the preparation and development of the "Hospital Tatamá - Fundación -Santa Fe" competition, resulting in the selection of a winning preliminary project with substantial development for submission to the urban planning authority.
- Defined spaces for the new campus of Fundación Universitaria Compensar. -Accelerated productivity among educational institutions and business partners.

-Coordinator of Exhibitions:

- Designed spatial layouts and artwork distribution for exhibitions featuring 40 Outstanding Projects from the Design Department (Andando y Volarán 2023).

- Editorial Manager:

- Co-managed the DEARQ journal editorial team, achieving recognition in the prize-winning issues of the Quito Architecture Biennial 2022.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Consultancy Project Manager:

- Supported coordination to achieve objectives and scope alignment with stakeholders.
- Resolved challenges practically and effectively throughout the process.
- Prepared detailed process records and accurate documentation, including minutes and reports.
- Monitored progress, conducted thorough result analyses, and documented lessons learned.
- Managed stakeholder expectations effectively, ensuring their satisfaction.
- Formalized project completion with stakeholder approval.

- Exhibition Coordinator:

- Coordinated with curators, authors, and suppliers for the installation, assembly, and disassembly of artwork.
- Successfully resolved unexpected issues during exhibitions.

- Editorial Manager:

- Managed public relations between the academic journal and other publishers. Orchestrated the launch of new issues and submissions to international competitions.

May 2021 - current
 

Rain Studio, Bogotá, CO, ASSOCIATE ARCHITECT

- RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Designed housing complexes.
- Developed sustainable structures for public tenders.

Apr 2020 - Dec 2020
 

University of los Andes, Bogotá, CO, ACADEMIC RESEARCH ARCHITECT

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Co-authored research article: "Rural Housing: Spatiality, Tradition, and Future in Black Communities of Montes de María, Colombia".
- Coordinated projects and prototypes in housing and cultural institutions. (Developed plans, 3D models, and territorial studies implementing GIS technology)

Feb 2020 - Nov 2020
 

University of los Andes, Bogotá, CO, ACADEMIC ASSISTANT

- RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Compiled planimetric and theoretical information for study areas.
- Provided academic support for groups of 15 to 35 students.
- Monitored six (6) different architecture workshops.

Aug 2018 - Dec 2019
 

David Delgado Architects, Bogotá, CO, INTERN - PROJECT COLLABORATOR

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborated on the development of the "Special Plan for Management and Protection of Architectural Heritage in downtown Bogotá."
- Participated in the public design competition for the sports, recreational, and cultural center "El Tunal."

Apr 2017 - Jul 2017
 

Education 

UNIVERSITY OF LOS ANDES, Bogotá, CO, BArch, ARCHITECTURE

- Graduation project nominated for the IV Colombian Biennial of Architecture Students (2020)

Jan 2015 - Apr 2020
 

UNIVERSITY OF GRANADA (ETSAG), Granada, ES, ARCHITECTURE

Academic Exchange in Architecture
Honors in Architectural Heritage

Feb 2018 - Aug 2018
 

ABRAHAM LINCOLN SCHOOL, Bogotá, CO, High School, High School

- Honors in different subjects + recognition in English skills

Jul 2000 - Jul 2014
 

Awards 

Award in Publications XXIII Pan- American Architecture Biennial, 1st Place

Co- editorial manager of the winning issues

2022
 

Nomination for the IV Colombian Biennial of Architecture Students, Honorable Mention

Nomination in the Colombian Biennial of Architecture Students with my thesis project 'Urban Antithesis'."

2020
 

Selected Projects in ARCA from University of los Andes, Honorable Mention

Highlighted projects in the academic inquiry record of the School of Architecture at the University of the Andes

2019
 

Honors Diploma in architectural heritage, University of Granada, Spain (ETSAG), Scholarship

Honors in architectural heritage for the 3D reconstruction of an ancient Roman Villa in Volubilis, Morocco

2018
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills