Hello, I am Suraj!
I am a self-motivated individual with a keen ability to analyze problems and develop innovative design solutions. I possess an inquisitive mind, critical thinking skills, and strong observational and analytical abilities. My work ethic is sincere and diligent, and I quickly grasp new software and technology, seamlessly integrating them into workflows. I take initiative and can work efficiently with minimal oversight, thriving in team collaborations. I positively contribute and strive to support my peers' success.
I am determined to integrate design research into practice and design pedagogy. I care deeply about weaving stories of people, places, and time through architecture in a pragmatic world. I believe in using technology as an essential tool in my craft. My passions lie in architectural history and theory, the humanities, urban design, research, philosophy, structural innovation, and exploring alternative construction materials and technology.
UTSA Center of Cultural Sustainability, San Antonio, TX, US, Research Fellow
Contributed to preservation engineering efforts to facilitate structural engineering analysis of Cliff Palace, a 13th-century alcove site in Mesa Verde National Park
Participated in multidisciplinary research for the same included project administration, client presentation to NPS leadership at Mesa Verde, assisting in compression tests for Stones, SEM analysis of mortars, vulnerability mapping of the structure, and Masonry Quality Index mapping of wall assemblies, along with kick-starting development of treatment proposal for preservation masterplan for Cliff Palace
Developed illustrations through LiDAR manipulation, photogrammetry
Drawing production and field survey for Historic Structure Report on Mission San José, an integral part of UNESCO World Heritage Site in San Antonio
Spearheaded measured drawing efforts for a historic African American Congregation structure in San Antonio, TX using photogrammetry and point cloud scans
UTSA Center of Cultural Sustainability, San Antonio, TX, US, Graduate Research Assistant
Contributed to preservation engineering efforts to facilitate structural engineering analysis of Cliff Palace, a 13th-century alcove site in Mesa Verde National Park
Participated in multidisciplinary research for the same included project administration, client presentation to NPS leadership at Mesa Verde, assisting in compression tests for Stones, SEM analysis of mortars, vulnerability mapping of the structure, and Masonry Quality Index mapping of wall assemblies, along with kick-starting development of treatment proposal for preservation masterplan for Cliff Palace
Developed illustrations through LiDAR manipulation, photogrammetry
Drawing production and field survey for Historic Structure Report on Mission San José, an integral part of UNESCO World Heritage Site in San Antonio
Spearheaded measured drawing efforts for a historic African American Congregation structure in San Antonio, TX using photogrammetry and point cloud scans
ECOUR Studio, Pune, IN, Associate Architect
Led a design team for a facade design and corrective planning for a 130,000 sq. ft. district administration building for better functional and aesthetic performance
Managed 8 projects spanning across recreational, hospitality, residential, and civic designs. Project coordination with clients, vendors, and contractors
Prepared construction drawing sets for 12 projects of varying scales and details to collaborate with other design teams at office
Created a standard practice management workflow and construction drawing standards for the office for better efficiency
Hired, trained, and managed 2 groups of 3 interns for a period of 15 months
Developed cost estimation; co-led execution and site supervision of 3 residential interior projects
Design Workshop Architects, Lonavala, IN, Intern Architect
Led master-planning for a 41-acre residential school with Olympic standard sports facilities inclusive of 21 building blocks [revisions 17-23]. Calculated site grading quantity estimation for earthwork contract using Revit, Site Designer Tool plug-in
Produced construction drawings, quantity estimation, and tender documents for 3 different blocks from the aforementioned project
Carried out technical communication with clients, project managers, and contractors. Assisted in client presentations and bidding process of the project
Led research efforts and assisted principal architect to prepare a guest lecture for a seminar for Zonal NASA convention 2018
Prepared 3D visualization, design development drawings, tender documents, and quantity estimation for multiple residential and hospitality projects
University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, US, MArch, Master of Architecture II
SCHOOL OF PLANNING + ARCHITECTURE, University of Texas at San Antonio
Cumulative GPA: 4.00
Henry Adams Second Year Graduate Award for Design Excellence | UTSA SA+P
Specialization Certificate in High Design Performance and Sustainability
Specialization Certificate in Historic Preservation
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT | GRADE: 30/30 with honors
FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE, Sapienza Università di Roma
Plant Diversity, Flora and Vegetation Support for Urban Regeneration
University of Pune, India, Pune, IN, BArch, Bachelor of Architecture
First Class with Distinction
Henry Adams Second Year Graduate Award for Design Excellence | UTSA SA+P, Award
Award nominated and granted by UTSA SA+P for design excellence in Technical Design Studio and Master's Project Studio.
San Antonio Conservation Society Eleanor Freeborn Bennett Educational Scholarship, Scholarship
The Board of Directors of the San Antonio Conservation Society Foundation has established the Eleanor Freeborn Bennett Educational Fund in memory of Eleanor Freeborn Bennett, who served as president of the Society from 1953 to 1955. The intent of the Fund is to further support the goals of the Foundation, particularly in educating others about the importance of preservation. Eleanor Bennett’s husband, Maj. Gen. John M. Bennett, and their children, Eleanor Marlow, Carolyn Wood, Davis Bennett and John Bennett, have endowed the Fund to perpetuate Eleanor’s ideals.
