At Para Studio LLC, Yuanyuan has successfully led over fifty architectural and urban photography projects, utilizing a comprehensive array of digital and film photography, drone aerial shots, and advanced 3D modeling techniques. Yuanyuan's hands-on approach and dedication to blending technology with artistry have elevated the project outcomes and deeply influenced the studio's creative direction.Additionally, Yuanyuan's participation in the "Outside Images: Student Photography Show" at Brodsky Gallery was a remarkable success. All of the submitted works were exhibited, significantly enhancing the studio's visibility. This exposure led to a 30% increase in our social media following and was instrumental in securing five new client contracts, further establishing Para Studio LLC as a leader in integrating architectural expertise with visual storytelling.

In the role as a BIM course instructor specializing in high-rise commercial office design, Yuanyuan significantly enhanced the curriculum by incorporating practical architectural practices, ensuring students gained real-world skills alongside theoretical knowledge. She spearheaded practical sessions utilizing industry-standard software such as Revit, Bluebeam, Enscape, and Rhino, focusing on robust building modeling, comprehensive drawing sets, and effective project coordination. Her emphasis on practical challenges, from design phase intricacies to material selection and construction methods, enriched the learning experience.Furthermore, Yuanyuan developed detailed digital models and comprehensive architectural documentation, which greatly improved the students’ grasp of BIM applications. Her approach led to a remarkable 50% increase in project completion efficiency and a 25% improvement in student grades, culminating in enhanced overall course satisfaction.

At Ballinger, Yuanyuan played a pivotal role in the design and construction of a 157,000 sq. ft. academic building at the University of Maryland. She effectively led the completion of the 50% Construction Documentation phase, coordinating efforts across architectural and interior design teams. Utilizing Revit, Yuanyuan created and refined over 60 architectural drawings, including life safety plans, control plans, reflected ceiling plans, exterior and interior details, and FF&E drawings, enhancing workflow efficiency by 15%.She was instrumental in optimizing facade performance, conducting energy efficiency analyses that reduced the solar heat gain coefficient by up to 40%. Additionally, Yuanyuan developed innovative parametric fritted facade models using Grasshopper, generating over 20 Revit families to support rapid design iterations. She also produced 1:1 scale models and Enscape renderings, which she evaluated collaboratively with construction teams, consultants, and clients, significantly expediting design decisions and project advancements.

Working across architecture and Interior Design teams, Yuanyuan significantly contributed to a series of renovation projects spanning industrial, cultural, and commercial buildings, actively involved from Schematic Design (SD) to Construction Administration (CA) phases. She excelled in creating engaging 3D animations for a cultural exhibition hall, which enhanced online engagement by 25% and increased physical visitor numbers by 30%.In her role, Yuanyuan conducted extensive program research, audience analysis, and spatial concept development for a 62,000 sq. ft. automotive experience center competition, seamlessly integrating technology and brand identity to craft compelling architectural narratives. Furthermore, she optimized building layouts and significantly improved energy efficiency by 30%, collaborating with engineering teams to produce detailed Rhino and AutoCAD drawings for floor plans and facade details. These efforts not only advanced project aesthetics but also sustainability.

During the summer research assistant period, Yuanyuan collaborated with cross-national academics to explore public space planning within communities in Shanghai influenced by its international settlements. Her role involved conducting digital aerial photography, on-site surveys, and community interviews, focusing on comparative case studies of Jinxian Road and Simin Village.She modeled and processed spatial data using ArcGIS and Rhino, creating Counter-mappings that visually represented space utilization. Her work integrated extensive literature reviews, compiling and editing data for scholarly dissemination. Yuanyuan’s efforts culminated in the presentation of findings through report posters, scale models, and printed publications at university-wide events. She also contributed significantly to the research paper titled "Drawing the Invisible: Visualizing Patterns of Occupation in Two Streets in Shanghai," which was published on platforms like ResearchGate, Springer, and XJTLU. Her research provides valuable insights for future urban planning and policy-making.

Yuanyuan coordinated the planning and design of an influential exhibition on community and urban planning, in collaboration with the University of Hong Kong, the Shanghai Study Center, and various governmental bodies, including Hongkou District People's Government, Planning, Natural Resources, Culture, and Tourism. She utilized ArcGIS and UrbanFootprint to perform an in-depth analysis of spatial usage and environmental layouts in Hongkou District.Her technical expertise in Rhino and Grasshopper was pivotal in developing a 4-mile stretch around the Suzhou River, which was presented using a 6.7-meter physical model and holographic projection technology. This innovative approach effectively displayed the urban texture and spatial distribution, enhancing the understanding of urban dynamics.Yuanyuan led the modeling, real-time rendering with Twinmotion, conceptual evolution, and final presentation of the exhibition. The project was showcased at the Shanghai Study Center, the 2019 Shanghai Urban Space Art Season, local news outlets, and university platforms, attracting over a thousand visitors. Her leadership in this project significantly enhanced public awareness of urban renewal and historic preservation.

As an Architectural Intern, Yuanyuan played a crucial role in the successful advancement of five urban planning and architectural projects during the Schematic Design (SD) and Design Development (DD) phases. These projects spanned diverse developments, including campus renovations, a hospital apartment complex, and a 103-acre city tourist garden.She demonstrated her expertise in spatial analysis using ArcGIS, and skillfully created over 20 advanced 3D models utilizing SketchUp and Rhino. Yuanyuan further enhanced project visualizations with Vray real-time renderings and designed over 300 pages of detailed graphic presentations using InDesign.Yuanyuan also applied local planning codes to conceptual designs for the reconstruction of historical villages, meticulously integrating functionality with historical contexts. Her work has been instrumental in ensuring that modern developments respect and complement their cultural and historical settings.