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Urmica Yelavarthy

Urmica Yelavarthy

Daly City, CA, US

 
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About 

I have both a Bachelor's and Masters degree in Architecture and have accumulated significant experience as a designer, most recently at M Moser, where I focused on workplace design. I also had the opportunity to work at Fentress Architects where I collaborated with several professionals from various trades in the design and documentation of the Austin Airport expansion project. My experience includes working on various phases of the design and construction process, from conceptualization to construction administration. I'm proficient in industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp,  Bluebeam, Rhino, Enscape, Lumion and Adobe Creative Suite, which I use to create detailed and visually compelling designs. Additionally, I'm committed to professional growth and am preparing to take the Architect Registration Examination (ARE). My passion for sustainable design strategies and my collaborative, detail-oriented approach enable me to contribute effectively to any project team.

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Employment 

M Moser Associates, San Francisco, CA, US, Workplace Designer

• Led a tenant improvement project for a global law firm in Los Angeles, developed the drawing set in Revit from concept to CD’s. Successfully navigated the LADBS permit process, ensuring project compliance with local building codes and regulations.
• Contributed to the design and value engineering of a 22,000 sq ft tenant improvement project for a tech client in Minneapolis using the design-build delivery method. Collaborated effectively with the construction manager and contractor to identify cost-effective alternative interior finishes.
• Worked on the design and furniture package for SAP’s B-1 tenant improvement project, identifying user needs and optimizing space utilization to support the post-pandemic return to office policy.

Jul 2023 - current
 

Fentress Architects Ltd, Denver, Design Professional

• Worked alongside ‘Principal In-Charge of Design’ Curtis Fentress on a $70 million private jet hangar and office space. Actively engaged in client discussions and developed physical models for design charettes.
• Worked on a Barracks project for the Wyoming Army National Guard – served as BIM Lead and drafted the project set SD’s through CD’s on Revit. Proficient with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC’s) and IBC building codes.
• Worked on a major airport projects through all phases; a 5-gate concourse expansion at Austin Bergstrom International Airport & 870,000 SF terminal expansion & renovation at Raleigh Durham International Airport

Jul 2021 - Jul 2023
 

Zerogrey Design Studio, Bangalore, Junior Architect

• Built experience in the design and construction of commercial, residential and landscape architecture.
• Managed consultant coordination to develop project solutions amongst the design team. This included
running coordination meetings, reviewing consultants’ drawings and specifications.

Jan 2019 - Apr 2019
 

Total Environment, Bangalore, Intern Architect

• Produced design and technical documentation for various building details including restroom accessories, floor transitions, brick cladding, staircases and dry wall systems.
• Collaborated with wood and metal fabrication team to understand craftmanship in interior finishes.

Aug 2017 - May 2018
 

Education 

North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, US, MArch, Master's in Architecture

Aug 2019 - May 2021
 

ACHARYA'S NRV SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, Bangalore City, IN, BArch, Bachelor's in Architecture

Jul 2013 - Jul 2018
 

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