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My Name is Ari Anderson.
I love to imagine new stories both through words and music, as well as through architecture. I believe that by responding to existing contexts, histories, beliefs, or questions, architecture can set the stage for a richer life and provide a framework to create new contexts, new beliefs, and new questions. In this way, architecture helps to create the stories which occur every day. In this regard I am eager to contribute to the profession of architecture, to the future of our built world, and to the stories which we will not only help to shape, but become active players.
I believe that If something is unknown, it must therefore be interesting. I love finding questions and learning about new ways to understand the world. My favorite album is Foxtrot by Genesis, I play both the electric and string bass, and I love to cook.
DJR Architecture-Inc, Minneapolis, MN, US, Architectural Intern
Working primarily in Revit, I was responsible for producing construction documents, creating marketing graphics, making redline corrections, and drafting preliminary designs for client review. I worked to develop workflows and processes to efficiently make design changes and update rendered graphics. I have held two contract positions at DJR, in fall 2013 and then summer 2014.
C.M.Architecture, Minneapolis, MN, US, Architectural Intern
With a contract position at CMA, I am responsible for coordinating and facilitating the permitting process for many simultaneous projects, as well as the preparation of construction documents and permit applications for dozens of projects across many states. At CMA I produce construction documents quickly and accurately while coordinating with clients and engineers for a fast turnaround on projects.
DJR Architecture-Inc, Minneapolis, MN, US, Architectural Intern
With a contract position at DJR since August 2013, I have had experience producing construction documents, creating marketing graphics, making redline corrections, and drafting working plans and sections for client review.
North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND, US, TA positions – 2nd Year Studio – Introductory Studio – Structures II – Architectural Drawing
2nd Year Studio: involved leading class, staying flexible, advising and keeping students on track. Introductory Studio: Introduced design ideas to those who are passionate but inexperienced with design thinking. Structures II: discussed with students about structural solutions for their studio projects and explain structural concepts to them. Architecture Drawing: Responsibilities included grading, contributing to class discussions, as well as discussing and aiding students’ work.
North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND, US, MArch, Architecture
The five year Master's Program consisted of 8 architecture studio classes, supplementary classes (such as structures, detailing, design technology and building construction), 4 graduate seminars and a Master's Thesis. While at NDSU I gained experience with modeling, drawing, digital modeling, laser cutting, project presentation, theory and architectural speculation, 3D printing, rendering, and participating in international design competitions.
McKenzie Finalist for Master’s Thesis, 2nd Place
I was one of three finalists in our class of 60. The McKenzie endowment is the top prize in our thesis program. The finalists are voted on by the faculty and the winner is chosen by a jury of local architects.
