Hello! I am Suhani Rajguru. I have a Bachelor of Architecture degree from India, a Master's in Sustainable Design from Philadelphia, and hands-on Architecture experience at STV Inc. and in India.
With a background in architectural design and work experience for over three years, I've had the opportunity to meet and work with people across the design industry and continuously challenge myself to grow as a designer and an individual. This has helped me develop strong technical and communication skills.
STV Incorporated, Douglassville, PA, US, Architectural Designer
•Contributed to various projects, including transportation centers, schools, universities, and research, maintenance, and operations facilities.
•Demonstrated proficiency in producing comprehensive architectural documentation, including building sections, floor plans, interior elevations, and detailed architectural schedules.
•Researched building regulations and permit procedures during the schematic and design development phase.
•Provided consistent colleague assistance and adjusted priorities to achieve the team's objectives.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop architectural solutions that met client requirements.
• Research materials and conduct surveys according to the project's scope, regulations, and budget.
STV Incorporated, Douglassville, PA, US, Architectural Intern
• Supported the design process by assisting in the preparation of presentations and documents using AutoCAD, Revit, Lumion and Bluebeam.
•Involved in team meetings, keeping meeting minutes, participating in charrettes and site visits, and making presentations for project discussions.
• Gained comprehensive exposure to the architectural design workflow throughout all design phases.
ADS Architects, Ahmedabad, IN, Project Architect
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams across all phases of architectural design projects to achieve project goals.
• Developed design presentations, construction documents, and specifications using AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp.
• Conducted research to inform design decisions, considering materials, products, codes, and industry standards.
• Participated in site visits and meetings with clients to gather information and provide updates on project progress.
I Design, Ahmedabad, IN, Junior Architect
• Led the design and management of small-scale projects, ensuring client needs were met through effective team coordination. Used AutoCAD and SketchUp for design development of residential, retail, and mixed-use projects.
• Prepared construction documents, including layouts, elevations, and cross sections. Assisted in dimensional building surveys across architectural drawings with precise specifications and maintained compliance with standards.
• Communicated with clients and the design team to translate their vision into reality.
I Design, Ahmedabad, IN, Architectural Intern
• Supported designing and developing various commercial, residential, and institutional building projects.
• Generated construction drawings, details, and 3D models using AutoCAD.
Thomas Jefferson University - East Falls Campus, Philadelphia, PA, US, Masters, Sustainable Design
- Gained expertise in applying sustainable design principles through coursework and projects, including Passive Strategies, Net Zero buildings, ecological landscapes, structural reuse, sustainable facade materials, and historic preservation.
- Developed proficiency in calculating and modeling building design energy use intensity (EUI).
- Member of the Phi Alpha Chapter of Tau Sigma Delta, a national honor society for architecture and the allied arts.
- CREW Greater Philadelphia 2022 Scholarship.
L. J. School of Architecture, Ahmedabad, IN, BArch, Architecture
