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Sabrina Maidantchik

Sabrina Maidantchik

Brooklyn, NY, US

 
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About 

A recent graduate of Pratt Institute’s B.Arch program, experienced in commercial, retail, and multidisciplinary architecture for non-profits. Adept in developing construction documents and shop drawings. Skilled in 3D modeling and visualization software used by the industry, able to multi-task and work well in teams. fast learner with expertise in model-making and woodworking. Living abroad in Brazil, USA, Italy, and Portugal, a multi-lingual, multicultural background provides a diverse perspective and approach to architecture. Recognized for academic contributions at both architectural and interdisciplinary levels.

Employment 

Method Design Architecture + Urbanism PLLC, New York, NY, US, Architectural Intern

Multidisciplinary architecture firm in NYC. Internship aiding Project Managers and Partners in the design, and production of documentation for the construction of projects in the US and overseas. Work included sketching, 3D modeling, physical modeling, 2D drafting, and renders.

Aug 2023 - Dec 2023
 

Method Design Architecture + Urbanism PLLC, New York, NY, US, Architectural Intern

Multidisciplinary architecture firm in NYC. Internship aiding Project Managers and Partners in the design, and production of documentation for the construction of projects in the US and overseas. Work included sketching, 3D modeling, physical modeling, 2D drafting, and renders.

May 2022 - Aug 2022
 

Casa Arte Vida, Rio de Janeiro, BR, Geography Teacher

NGO providing academic, health and social aid for underprivileged children in Rio.

Feb 2017 - Aug 2019
 

Osborne Arquitetura, Rio de Janeiro, BR, Visiting Apprentice

Brazilian construction company acting at commercial, residential, and industrial levels. Work included shadowing and assisting an architect during the construction phase of a residential apartment.

Jun 2019 - Jun 2019
 

RAF Arquitetura, Rio de Janeiro, BR, Visiting Apprentice

Rio de Janeiro based architecture office.

Mar 2019 - Mar 2019
 

Rio 2016 Olympic Games, Rio de Janeiro, BR, Golf Volunteer

Responsible for keeping the golf course environment satisfactory for athletes and audience.

Jul 2016 - Aug 2016
 

Education 

Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY, US, BArch, Undergraduate Architecture

5-year B.Arch program at Pratt Institute developing schematic design, digital drafting and modeling, physical model-making, and woodworking. Aided by a Gender and Sexuality Studies minor and a Social Justice Minor. During my time at Pratt I was on the President's List every semester, graduating with honors and a 3.68 GPA. In the Spring of 2023, I took part in the Pratt Rome Study Abroad Program where I focused on further developing knowledge in architectural design, Italian architecture history and theory, Italian language, sketching, and drawing skills.

Aug 2019 - May 2024
 

The British School, Rio de Janeiro, BR, High School, School

At The British School I acquired my Brazilian High School Diploma, the IB Diploma, and took part in the IGCSE exams.

Aug 2004 - Dec 2018
 

Awards 

Degree Project Prize for Excellence in Writing, Honorable Mention

The Degree Project Prize for Excellence in Writing recognizes a graduating Architecture student whose booklet for Degree Project addresses compelling issues in architecture and contemporary discourse through exceptional, creative, and compelling writing, as well as successfully integrating research and architectural and graphic visualization. The Undergraduate Architecture and the Humanities and Media Studies departments at Pratt Institute co-sponsor the prize judged by faculty from both departments.

2024
 

In Process: 28 - Featured Projects, Other

401 and 403 Architectural design studio project featured on page 141 and 154 of Pratt's annual publication featuring the best work produced by their students that academic year.

2023
 

In Process: 27 - Featured Project, Other

301 Architectural design studio project featured on page 117 of Pratt's annual publication featuring the best work produced by their students that academic year.

2022
 

301 Design Studio Archived Project, Award

The two best projects of 301 architectural design studio were archived by the school with the potential to be featured at Pratt's annual publication: In Process.

2021
 

102 Design Studio Archived Project, Award

The two best projects of 102 architectural design studio were archived by the school.

2020
 

International Merit-Based Scholarship, Scholarship

Pratt 40% scholarship awarded based on academic record and portfolio. The scholarship continued for the duration of the B.Arch program at Pratt.

2019
 

101 Design Studio Archived Project, Award

The two best projects of 101 architectural design studio were archived by the school.

2019
 

Areas of Specialization 

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