BENJAMIN KUNZ Portfolio
Objective
Education
2925 Arlington Ave. Lincoln, NE 68502 T 402.429.3946 BenjaminJ.Kunz@gmail.com
https://issuu.com/benjaminkunz Seeking a career in the field of Architecture and Real Estate Development.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- Master in Architecture with Real Estate Interest, Top of Class - GPA: 3.939
- B.S.D. in Architecture with Business Minor, Top of Class, High Distinction - GPA: 3.934
Atelier La Juntana-Liencres Cantabria Spain
- Workshop in Making
Chongqing University-Chongqing China
- Urban Planning Exchange
Experience
Founder/Real Estate Developer, Atomic Building Laboratory; Lincoln, NE — 2019-Present
Coordinating a development team for the construction of a range of mixed use projects with a focus on experimental types of affordable housing.
Architectural Intern, Holland Basham Architects; Omaha, NE – 2017, 2019-Present
Part of a team developing graphics, schematic design proposals, construction documents, and conducting construction administration for multifamily, office and data center projects.
Architectural Intern, HDR Architecture; Omaha, NE – 2018
Part of a team developing graphics, schematic design proposals, and CDs for large projects.
Graduate Teaching Assistant, UNL College of Architecture; Lincoln, NE – 2016-2019
Assisting in the teaching functions of Studio, Urbanism, Design History and CNC Milling classes.
Co-Owner/Operator, Vintage Audio DJ and MC Services; Lincoln, NE – 2013-Present
Co-owning and operating the business DJing wedding receptions.
Laborer, Rockenbach Remodeling and Custom Homes; Eagle, NE – 2016
Working on residential construction in masonry, painting/staining, and an emphasis on carpentry.
Facilities Manager, University Lutheran Chapel; Lincoln, NE – 2014-2016
Attending to janitorial, maintenance, and security duties, as well as facilities coordination.
Laborer, Stohl Grading Inc.; Lincoln, NE – 2012-2015
Operating and maintaining hand tools and heavy machinery for grading and planting.
Laborer, Cheever Construction; Lincoln, NE – 2014
Working in teams to read construction documents, deconstruct, construct and remodel.
Honors & Awards
Harry F. Cunningham Thesis Bronze Medal Finalist - 2019
Henry Adams Medal for M.Arch Top Student - 2019
SARA New York Award of Excellence - 2018
SARA National Design Award of Excellence - 2017
AIA Nebraska Architectural Honor Award for Unbuilt Architecture - 2017
SGH/Dri-Design UNL Comprehensive Studio Competition Winner - 2017
HDR Gary Spring Memorial Scholarship - 2016, 2017, 2018
Dr. Thomas & Mij Laging Architectural Drawing Fellowship - 2017
UNL Superior Scholar - 2017
Dean’s List - 2013-2017
Chicago Architecture Biennial Kiosk Competition UNL Nominee - 2015
Leadership
Tau Sigma Delta President - 2017-2018
AIAS Professional Mentorship and Freedom by Design Directors 2017-2018
United States Green Building Council - 2015-2017