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Vishaal Dokras

Vishaal Dokras

San Jose, CA, US

 

About 

Urban Design and City Planning is of particular interest to me; shaping our cities’ design and functional aspects is a passion of mine. 

Through my Bachelors of Architecture at Carnegie Mellon University, I acquired not only a solid foundation in core architecture, design and studios, but my training has had a unique focus on sustainability with relation to small and large scale design.  I have been fortunate enough to have the opportunity to use these skills during summer internships working on the new Apple Campus project in Palo Alto, California and projects abroad in Dubai, UAE and Barcelona, Spain.  

Through these experiences, I have developed my proficiency in technical design detailing while innovating to meet the larger project objectives. It is these experiences that have led me to recognize the three R’s of Urban Design— Restoration, Regeneration and Re-optimization—the new requirements for the cities of the future (see Blog). 

Designing is my craft. Innovation is my passion.

If you think we could make something amazing together, feel free to get in touch!

www.vdokras.com

Employment 

DPR Skanska Construction, Cupertino, CA, US, Apple Campus 2 | BIM Intern

Created 3D models and simulations for construction processes used for RFI & design coordination meetings with Foster + Partners. Drew 2D construction drawings, helped with Pull-Planning sessions and built/organized project website.

May 2013 - current
 

KLA Tencor, San Jose, CA, US, Revit + BIM Architectural Contractor

Used 3D modeling, diagraming and BIM to collaborate with computer programmers to create a program for mapping piping and ducts through industrial spaces.

May 2012 - Aug 2012
 

ADS Designs, Dubai, UAE, Architecture Intern

Built digital models of villas designed for the suburbs of Dubai from sketches and drawings with BIM software and Revit/Rhino for display during client and firm reviews.

Jun 2011 - Jul 2011
 

Education 

Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA, BArch, Bachelors of Architecture

Aug 2010 - current
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills