Aashka Shah | Vol. 4 | University of Waterloo Architecture

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VOL 04 / 2024

I am currently a fourth year student at the University of Waterloo’s School of Architecture, with 18 months of work experience as an design intern.

My work focuses on the atmospheric qualities of a built environment and the human experience. I’m interested in exploring the conditions which can affect a space and how spaces can be curated to enhance the way people live and move. Thoughful design is significant to shaping our social and cultural relationships.

I am always looking for new experiences and challenges. I look forward to furthering my education while contributing to your studio.

Tel.: +1 (647)-202-7319

Email: aashka.shah@uwaterloo.ca

ACADEMIC WORK

Ventura / Marketplace Canopy

Cyclic / Garden and Education Pavillion

Ascent / Youth Shleter

Ease / Library

PROFESSIONAL SAMPLES

Voshell Architecture and Design Inc.

MIZA Architects Inc.

FABRICATION

Porifera / Urban Development Proposal Model

Curriculum Vitae_

education

University of Waterloo

Cambridge, ON, Canada

Bachelor of Architectural Studies Co-Op experience

Design Intern | SOFTlab

New York, NY, USA

2020 - present

January - June 2024

Designed and constructed physical architectural models using laser cutting, 3D printing and hand-crafting techniques

Prepared designs, drawings and cut files for prototypes of developing projects

Student Intern | MIZA Architects

Vancouver, BC, Canada

July - August 2023

Developed construction drawings using Revit which adhered to the AODA and NBC

Modeled and produced digital renderings using Revit, Enscape 3D and Photoshop

Student Intern | MG2

Seattle, WA, USA

September - December 2022

Worked with the interior design team on a variety of luxury hospitality and retail-focused projects

Researched materials, product sourcing and quotes for clients

Developed material boards and FF&E schedules

Coordinated with vendors and in house designers to provide client satisfaction

Student Architect | Voshell Architecture and Design

Fort Saskatchewan, AB, Canada

February - April 2022

Worked in a team setting on various stages of design development of large and small scale projects

3D modeled and digitally rendered projects using Revit and Enscape

Collaborated with clients to achieve design goals

Excellent Academic Standing

Academic Average above 80.0%

President’s Entrance Scholarship

Entrance Average of 90.0% - 94.9%

Modeling/ Drafting

Rhinoceros 3D

Revit

Sketchup

AutoCAD 2021

Grasshopper 3D

Rendering

Enscape 3D

V-Ray Lumion

Analogue

Model Making

Laser Cutting CNC

3D Printing Hand Drafting

Sketching

Woodworking

Other

Prepared drawings for competitions and promotional display awards skills interests

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

2021 - present

2020

Shower Singing

Reading

Dancing

Bicycling

Film Plants

Dogs

October 13, 2023

Subject: Letter of Recommendation for Aashka Shah

To whom it may concern:

It is my pleasure to provide you with my sincere recommendation of Aashka Shah, as she pursues what I am certain will be a successful and impressive Interior Design career. I was fortunate enough to supervise Aashka’s day-to-day work during her time at MG2 in 2022. She was a delight to work with and impressed my colleagues and I with her professionalism. Among Aashka’s many strengths are her thorough research skills, attention to detail, strong work ethic and ability to navigate between a variety of simultaneous tasks. All while engaging directly with MG2 staff at all levels as well as external vendors and clients.

Aashka supported the work of our Design Lab, which is what we call our materials library. One of the essential tasks of any role in our Lab is to support project teams with material research, sourcing and sample requests. She was diligent in her research and worked hard to learn what she didn’t know and to present that information thoughtfully and professionally to the respective teams. Her attention to detail meant we quickly gave her more and more responsibility, knowing that she would do us proud.

Ms. Shah was trusted with more responsibility than our typical intern. This included working with a range of staff from junior designers to members of our C-suite. She quickly became in demand throughout the office, so much so that I was often fending off requests for her support on project teams. In addition to extensive email, phone and in-person communication with staff; Aashka also communicated externally with our vendors.She tracked vendor requests, ordered samples, requested pricing and spec info as well as scheduled meetings and product presentations.

I enthusiastically recommend Aashka for any professional role. She would be a great addition to any team. I am confident that her professionalism and talent for design will be evident as she embarks on her next endeavor.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or if you would like any further information.

Sincerely,

Eleazar Juarez-Diaz, LEED Green Associate

Design Lab Coordinator, Interior Design Associate 206 962 6836

Eleazar.Juarez-Diaz@mg2.com

MG2 Corporation

1101 Second Ave, Ste 100 Seattle, WA 98101

208 962 6500 MG2.com

June 16, 2022

To Whom It May Concern,

June 16, 2022

June 16, 2022

RE: Letter of Recommendation for Aashka Shah

To Whom It May Concern,

To Whom It May Concern,

RE: Letter of Recommendation for Aashka Shah

RE: Letter of Recommendation for Aashka Shah

It is my pleasure to recommend Aashka Shah for consideration of an architectural student placement with your organization. I have known Aashka since February 2022, when she first joined Voshell Architecture and Design, Inc. as an Architectural Student from Waterloo’s Architectural program. During her time with us, we found her to be an outstanding individual who excels in many areas.

It is my pleasure to recommend Aashka Shah for consideration of an architectural student placement with your organization. I have known Aashka since February 2022, when she first joined Voshell Architecture and Design, Inc. as an Architectural Student from Waterloo’s Architectural program During her time with us, we found her to be an outstanding individual who excels in many areas.

It is my pleasure to recommend Aashka Shah for consideration of an architectural student placement with your organization. I have known Aashka since February 2022, when she first joined Voshell Architecture and Design, Inc. as an Architectural Student from Waterloo’s Architectural program During her time with us, we found her to be an outstanding individual who excels in many areas

Aashka proved to be a reliable individual with strong character, providing valuable design and drafting support to our team at Voshell Architecture and Design. She can produce impressive results in the production of architectural renderings and drawings. She is incredibly detail-oriented, keeps up with timelines, takes direction well and asks questions when needed, along with being well organized and extremely motivated. I have seen excellent results on several projects, including our firm’s more complex projects. I am certain that Aashka’s diligence, perseverance, and optimism will enable her to succeed as an architectural student with any firm.

Aashka proved to be a reliable individual with strong character, providing valuable design and drafting support to our team at Voshell Architecture and Design. She can produce impressive results in the production of architectural renderings and drawings. She is incredibly detail-oriented, keeps up with timelines, takes direction well and asks questions when needed, along with being well organized and extremely motivated. I have seen excellent results on several projects, including our firm’s more complex projects. I am certain that Aashka’s diligence, perseverance, and optimism will enable her to succeed as an architectural student with any firm.

Aashka proved to be a reliable individual with strong character, providing valuable design and drafting support to our team at Voshell Architecture and Design She can produce impressive results in the production of architectural renderings and drawings. She is incredibly detail-oriented, keeps up with timelines, takes direction well and asks questions when needed, along with being well organized and extremely motivated. I have seen excellent results on several projects, including our firm’s more complex projects. I am certain that Aashka’s diligence, perseverance, and optimism will enable her to succeed as an architectural student with any firm

I highly recommend that you consider her application and believe that she will be a great asset to your organization. Please feel free to contact me with any further questions via e-mail at todd.voshell@ vosharch.ca or at the office (780-589-4747).

I highly recommend that you consider her application and believe that she will be a great asset to your organization Please feel free to contact me with any further questions via e-mail at todd.voshell@vosharch.ca or at the office (780-589-4747).

I highly recommend that you consider her application and believe that she will be a great asset to your organization Please feel free to contact me with any further questions via e-mail at todd.voshell@vosharch.ca or at the office (780-589-4747).

Sincerely,

Sincerely,

Sincerely,

Todd Voshell, Architect, M.Arch, AAA, AIBC, AIA, MRAIC

Todd Voshell, Architect, M.Arch, AAA, AIBC, AIA, MRAIC Principal

VOSHELL ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN INC.

VOSHELL ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN INC.

VOSHELL ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN INC.

Todd Voshell, Architect, M.Arch, AAA, AIBC, AIA, MRAIC 10308 - 100 Avenue | Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta | T8L 1Z1 T: 780.589.4747

Todd Voshell, Architect, M.Arch, AAA, AIBC, AIA, MRAIC 10308 - 100 Avenue | Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta | T8L 1Z1 T: 780.589.4747

Todd Voshell, Architect, M.Arch, AAA, AIBC, AIA, MRAIC 10308 - 100 Avenue | Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta | T8L 1Z1

T: 780.589.4747

10 October 2023

To Whom It May Concern:

RE: Aashka Shah Co-op Term Summer 2023

I am pleased to provide this letter of reference for Aashka Shah who worked at MIZA for her co-op term from June to August 2023. Aashka quickly jumped into her role and showed a keen understanding of the tasks that were assigned to her. She demonstrated profi ciency with rendering and photoshop, generating compelling visuals as well as developing skills using Revit and producing drawings at a higher than expected level.

MIZA Architects Inc

303 – 2425 Quebec St Vancouver BC V5T 4L6

604 800 6147

To Whom It May Concern:

RE: Aashka Shah Co-op Term Summer 2023

Her strong work ethic was evident in her commitment to meeting deadlines and effi cient task management. Aashka was a collaborative team player who readily offered constructive insights and was always ready to support the project in whatever way necessary. Her dedication to ongoing professional development and her facility with the software tools made her a reliable resource.

info@mizaarchitects.com mizaarchitects.com

Michael Wartman

In conclusion, Aashka Shah is a promising architectural candidate with a commitment to delivering quality work and believe she will be a valuable addition to your organization.

Architect AIBC LEED AP

David Zeibin

Architect AIBC MRAIC LEED AP BD+C CPHD

For further inquiries or additional information, please feel free to contact me at mwartman@mizaarchitects.com or 604-790-1688

Sincerely,

Michael Wartman

Principal, Architect AIBC LEED AP

Certified Passive House Designer

I am pleased to provide this letter of reference for Aashka June to August 2023.

Aashka quickly jumped into her role and showed a keen her. She demonstrated pro  ciency with rendering and developing skills using Revit and producing drawings

Her strong work ethic was evident in he r commitment Aashka was a collaborative team player who readily offered support the project in whatever way necessary. Her dedication facility with the software tools made her a reliable resource.

In conclusion, Aashka Shah is a promising architectural and believe she will be a valuable addition to your organization.

MIZA Architects Inc

303 – 2425 Quebec St Vancouver BC V5T 4L6

For further inquiries or additional information, please or 604-790-1688

604 800 6147

info@mizaarchitects.com mizaarchitects.com

Michael Wartman

Architect AIBC LEED AP

Sincerely,

David Zeibin

Architect AIBC MRAIC LEED APBD+C CPHD

site plan

Situated is designed for small for the submitted In collaboration Software:

VENTURA

collaboration with: Sabrina Lee and Renee Fang Software: Rhino, Enscape, Illustrator, Photoshop

Competition

Entry | Outdoor Marketplace Canopy

Situated near the Distillery District and other notable spaces in Downtown Toronto, this canopy designed to be an extension of the historic space and a place that offers flexible opportunities small businesses to bring new life into the community. It also functions as a gathering space the community to mingle and become immersed in the city’s diverse culture. This project was submitted for the 2021 CISC Architectural Student Design Competition.

southeast elevation southwest elevation

As both a day and night market, more shading is added to the lower western, lower eastern, and higher southern facades to protect its users from sunset and sunrise glare and to limit summer sun. Accordingly, the more northern extrusions are also higher to let in more sunlight throughout the year.

roof plan

floor plan

Natural ventilation was taken into consideration, with larger openings on the north-western and south-eastern facades and smaller openings to allow for cross-ventilation. To further estabalish its connection to the distillery district, a southern opening was established as well.

column connection detail

base plate connection

Software: Rhino, Enscape,

Located on the roof of the and lower parts of the Niagara involved in the food cycle proccess. of the food cycle; growing include an education space

CYCLIC

Landscape Design Studio | Fresh Food Market and Education Pavillion Enscape, Illustrator, Photoshop

the Kenilworth Reservoir in Hamilton, ON, the Cyclic Gardens bridge the gap between the upper Niagara escarpment by providing a supply of fresh food and spaces for the community to get proccess. These gardens are a hub for the surrounding communities to experience every stage growing and harvesting, distribution, usage and consumption, and composting. The Gardens also space for surrounding schools to learn and become involved in the food cycle process.

1 - GROW

- Community garden where community members can volunteer to participate in the planting and harvesting process

- Irrigation is supplied by rainwater collection pool

2- DISTRIBUTE

- Harvested vegetables are sold to the community

3- CONSUME

- Dining space with views to lower escarpment

- Community kitchen where users can work together to make a meal

4- COMPOST

- Compost area for organic scraps from the kitchen and old produce

- Compost is used to nourish the garden

5- LEARN

- Education space for schools to visit and teach students about the food cycle process

- Students can engage in the planting process and learn more about the composting process

floor plan

The design of this space encourages cyclical circulation and allows for visual connections from each stage of the cycle to the next. There are also visual connections from the site towards the lower escaprment.

site section with view to lower escarpment

The 1.5 degree sloped roof aids to collect rainwater into a filteration pool, which is used to hydrate the edible plants and supplies the toilets.

ASCENT

Software: Rhino, Enscape, Illustrator

Residential Design Studio | Youth Shelter

Ascent is a youth shelter located in Cambridge, Ontario. This youth shelter is a refuge for teenagers and youg adults to live peacefully and heal. With ribbon windows on the east facade, residents would have a view out to the forest surrounding them, as well as fill the space with daylight. Throughout the the ramp leading into the house, as well as inside the house, residents experience a forest of thin copper columns, mirroring the forest landscape.

southwest elevation

The circulation of the house begins with an experiential ramp which leads the user from a lush forest scape into a forest of corten steel columns, and wraps around the reclaimed wood clad house. The forest of columns continues into the house.

The public elements of the floor plan are open concept to encourage safety and comfort with other residents. There is a limited usage of doors, and replaced with sliding panels, allowing residents to choose thier desired level of privacy.

There is an emphasized addition of glazing along the eastern facade to provide a visual connection to the forest, further bringing the surrounding healing landscape into the house.

second floor plan

Situated moment building The The of artificial as the Software:

Software: Rhino, Enscape, Illustrator, Photoshop

EASE

Community Institution Design Studio | Library

Situated in busy streets of downtown Toronto, Ease is a library for the community to catch a moment of peace and become emersed in a labyrinth of stories. Along the north facade of the building is a community kitchen and vegetable garden to allow interactions between visitors. cafe provides indoor semi private and outdoor seating, with views to the Joel Weeks Parks. glazing on all facades allows the library to be filled with natural daylight, reducing the usage artificial light. Ease offers moments for vistors to appreciate the city surrounding them as well the tranquil within the library itself.

second floor plan ground floor plan

The floor to ceiling bookshelves allow glimpes into the many layers of the library with cutouts, which also function as seating.

section bb

The primary structure is mass timber paired with large glazing units. Salvaged wood is used throughout the most of the library; walls, bookshelves, furniture, floors, etc. The large glass walls on the south façade allow in sunlight for natural daylighting. In addition, attached to the community kitchen,there is a community garden where users can grow their own vegetables.

north elevation section aa

nisku twin skating rink and arena | leduc, AB

PROFESSIONAL WORK |

VOSHELL ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN

During my time at VOSH, I had the opportunity to assist on 3D modeling, construction drawings and renderings for large and small scale projects, primarily using Revit and Enscape.

I modeled components of the Nisku Twin Rinks and completed exterior and interior renderings for it. Furthur, I assisted in the design and modeling of the firm’s new office. Also featured is constuction details I designed for the awnings of the building and an exterior rendering.

Software: Revit Autocad Enscape Photoshop Sketchup

PROFESSIONAL WORK |

MIZA ARCHITECTS INC

While working with MIZA Architects, I gained valuable experience working on small scale institutional and commercial projects. I assisted with developing designs which follow the AODA and NBC, and I aided with modeling and rendering projects using Revit and Enscape.

Featured is promotional drawings I developed for a pavillion project. The drawings were completed using Rhino, Illustrator and Photoshop.

Software: Revit Rhino Enscape Photoshop Illustrator

silver valley gathering place | maple ridge, BC

Located in Kitchener, ON, Porifera is an urban development proposal that aims to revive the surrounding 500m radius of Borden Station and improve residents’ quality of life through a diverse set of strategies and focuses. The proposal is divided into 5 main design principles: restoration of the floodplain, providing recreational spaces for community engagement, centralizing retail opportunities and local businesses, improving social aid, and affordable housing for the low-income population.

The model of the proposal includes a the 500m radius in which our changes were made, and how those changes reflect onto the surrounding areas. The fabrication was done using laser cutting on museum board and millboard for the topography. The existing and proposed buildings were modeled in Rhino and then 3d printed.

FABRICATION WORK | PORIFERA

In collaboration with: Tara Natalia, Boris Lam, Stephanie Taban Fabrication Techniques: Laser Cutting, 3D Printing

ION design studio | ion station urban development

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