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Fairfax, VA, US

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

• Expert in cabinetry, countertop, tile, and flooring catalogs, conducting on-site consultations using 2020 Design to create customized kitchen and bath layouts tailored to spatial needs and budgets
• Managed orders via QuickBooks, ensuring accuracy and providing clients with regular updates and quotes
• Coordinated with vendors and contractors for timely delivery and installation, maintaining high client satisfaction
• Recommended products based on material knowledge and budget, boosting sales and fostering long-term client relationships

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

• Led multiple townhouse renovation and bathroom remodeling projects, handling phases from site analysis to design development and permit submission.
• Created 3D models in Revit for kitchen and bathroom layouts, integrating 10+ finishes and materials to produce multiple 5+ design options.
• Utilized SketchUp and Enscape to modify models and produce 20+ renderings.
• Drafted detailed CAD drawings for floor plans and demolition plans, and developed accessible bathroom layouts in SketchUp based on client needs.
• Coordinated with the clients and construction contractors, ensuring design quality and code compliance.

New York City Metropolitan Area

• Engaged in the DD and CD phases of street furniture design for THE LINE Saudi Arabia, brainstorming and iterating design proposals in collaboration with the team.
• Created 1:50 and 1:25 study models, enabling rapid design optimization by principal, improving design refinement by 15%.
• Collaborated on 1:1 scale models to test structural stability and coordinated final prototype production with factories.
• Coordinated with animation teams to develop storyboards and marketing videos, reducing budget by 20%

Shanghai, China

• Contributed to the SD phase of a 1,800,000 sq ft high-rise residential competition project, produced 8 comprehensive site analysis diagrams to guide development goals.
• Designed the master plan under the supervision of the PM, using sunlight analysis tools to optimize the layout of 34 residential buildings and community facilities, successfully reducing resource waste by 15%.
• Drafted CAD drawings for 11 building typologies, ensuring accurate area calculations to comply with floor area ratio regulations, reducing revision time by 20%.

Xiamen, Fujian, China

• Contributed to the interior design of a local restaurant, blending traditional Minnan style with modern practicality.
• Created and iterated SketchUp 3D models, incorporating feedback from lead designers. Produced 50+ high-quality renderings using Enscape, effectively communicating design intent to clients and contractors.
• Conducted research on local traditional residences, compiling a material library of 80+ options, which reduced research time for similar projects by 40%.

Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

• Collaborated with a 10-person team on an international urban design competition, contributing to all design phases from concept to final presentation, securing 2nd prize against renowned firms including UNStudio.
• Utilized Rhino and Grasshopper to develop terrain models and building masses for 5 site areas.Rendered 30+scenes in Lumion and Photoshop, and created 20+ explanatory diagrams in illustrator including master plans and.
• Compiled a 500-page final submission, organizing project narratives, ensuring graphic coherence, and proofreading bilingual texts in close communication with the design lead.

Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

• Contributed to various phases of multiple hospitality and landscape design projects, including of an residential-studio hybrid in Japan, a visitor center in Shanghai, and a community bookstore.
• Producing 10+ line drawings using CAD and illustrator, and built and photographed a 1:50 scale model for post-construction documentation, increasing website traffic by 15% and attracting potential clients.
• Engaged in the weekly meeting with stakeholders, including clients, project managers and construction team to enhance alignment, resulting in a 25% increase in client satisfaction.

Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

• Participated in various phases of a crowd-funded bookstore design project, from initial client meetings through construction documentation, supporting the creation of an innovative reading experience
• Conducted site surveys and produced accurate CAD drawings of existing conditions, improving the team's understanding of site constraints by 20%
• Developed 3D models using Rhino during the conceptual design phase, iterating designs based on lead designer feedback and reducing revision cycles by 15%
• Created a set of 14 expressive diagrams post-project completion, including 2 exploded axonometric views and 12 sectional perspectives, which were utilized in the firm's marketing materials and increased website traffic.

Master'S Degree, Advanced Architectural Design

Bachelor Of Architecture - Barch, Architectural Design