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Qingnan He

Qingnan He

Los Angeles, CA, US

 
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About 

Hi,

My passion lies in the heartfelt
pursuit of human well-being
through space. I aspire to
create spaces that not only
embrace healing but also
exude an innovative aura,
weaving a positive impact into
our experience.
I have a strong passion for
sports, an undeniable
affection for dogs, and enjoy
spending time with friends.
I am also an architecture nerd.
I find joy in art exhibitions and
architecture tours : )

Employment 

Arup, Los Angeles, CA, USA, shadowship

Shadowed professionals from various disciplines including structure, sustainability, mechanical systems, electrical systems, acoustic and lighting, and civil engineering. Learned about collaboration and communication between architects and different engineering disciplines

Mar 2024 - Mar 2024
 

Vector Architects, Beijing, China, Architectural intern

Worked on governmental memorial projects in Hainan, China.
Visualized interior design options through material comparison.
Developed the staff dormitory and office facade design.
Designed and built physical model with foam board and paint.
Developed columbarium ceiling design to regulate skylight levels and enhance the ambiance of sanctity

Jun 2023 - Aug 2023
 

Vector Architects, Beijing, China, Architectural intern

Worked on construction phase of Shenzhen museum project.
Developed construction drawing of Fair-faced concrete formwork
Visualized and refined ground floor curtain wall design
Responsible for cataloging the specifications of doors and windows needed for the building, including different materials, sizes, and opening methods

Apr 2021 - Jun 2021
 

mars studio, Beijing, China, Architectural intern

Conducted thorough precedent research to inform parametric design concepts for a competition.
Developed parametric ceiling design for interior of restaurant.
Generated massing scheme for skyscraper competition.

Mar 2021 - Apr 2021
 

Education 

University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles, CA, US, MArch, Architecture

During my academic journey, supported by a three-year merit scholarship, I honed my skills in both technical aspects and broader planning strategies, always with an emphasis on well-being. My thesis examined how architecture can support public services, particularly for high-risk professions like firefighting. Additionally, I researched improving health outcomes for vulnerable groups, leading to a healthcare project that won second place at the LA AIA Healthcare event. My work on facade details and CLT structures laid a strong foundation for my professional growth, aligning with your firm’s commitment to thoughtful design.

Jul 2021 - May 2024
 

University of Nottingham, Bachelors, Economics

Jun 2015 - Jun 2019
 

Awards 

2021-2024 USC School Of Architecture Merit Scholarship, Scholarship

2024
 

Exhibited architectural design at the LA USC Blueprint Exhibition, Other

2024
 

2023 USC 705b Healthcare studio competition 2nd prize, 2nd Place

2023
 

2019 Excellence Award of University of Nottingham, Award

2019
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills