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Rizwana Lubis

Rizwana Lubis

Oakland, CA, US

 
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About 

I am a Oakland-based designer graduated with a Bachelors of Architecture from California College of the Arts. With a multicultural perspective rooted in Indonesia, I perceive the urban infill in quantitative strategies by mediation and research honed by client-centric design. Through teaching, volunteering, and crafting, I’ve honed my ability to communicate intricate ideas effectively. Ultimately, I believe architecture is a powerful tool outside of design that transcend linguistic and cultural barriers. Hence, I believe in the investment towards our future builders and developing inclusivity for artists and creators as part of our expanding market.

Employment 

Atelier Cho Thompson, San Francisco, CA, US, Architectural Intern

Coordinated the procurement of product samples through local representatives to enhance client presentations. Reviewed and annotated construction and finishing documents, while also participating in on-site visits to engage with various stakeholders. Utilized Rhino and V-Ray to create 3D visualizations for residential projects, iterating designs for enhanced representation.

Sep 2022 - Mar 2023
 

California College of the Arts, San Francisco, CA, US, Lab Assistant for Urban Works Agency

Engaged in summary writing and transcript phrasing for the Common Ground publication alongside Julia Grinkrug and Christopher Roach. Managed social engagement initiatives using a newsletter platform.

Jan 2022 - Dec 2022
 

blink!LAB architecture, Oakland, CA, US, Urban Research Intern

Involved in identifying supplementary graphic and mapping representations for the “Centering the Margin/In the Banlieues” exhibition, managing exhibition projects with a focus on cost-effectiveness and waste reduction, conducting extensive research into Oakland’s urban narratives through the ArcGIS platforms and archival sources, and organizing community responses to solicit urban feedback and devise innovative methods for representation.

Mar 2022 - Aug 2022
 

California College of the Arts, San Francisco, CA, US, Instructional Assistant for Building Energy Course

Engaged in the development of course content, including creating quizzes and prompts. Assisted faculty members in reviewing student projects and assignments.

Sep 2021 - Dec 2021
 

Education 

California College of the Arts, San Francisco, CA, US, BArch, Architecture

Aug 2019 - May 2023
 

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