INTRODUCTION

I am a strong believer that design and planning, when combined with research, can support, and empower societies and marginalized communities and have a positive impact on the world to create a better future.

The projects in this portfolio are collection of my academic, research, summer school and professional work from the year 2015 till present. With a Master's degree in Sustainable Urban Design from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign and a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from Dehradun Institute of Technology, I bring a unique blend of technical skills and creative vision to the field of urban design and planning with strong interests in research.

Throughout my studies and work experiences, I have honed my abilities in design and planning, as well as my expertise in client handling, research, designing and onsite surveys. I have also strengthened my technical skills in programs such as Autocad, Rhino, R studio, ArcGIS Pro, and Adobe Creative Suite.

At present, I am in the last semester and will be graduating by may 2023. Thank you for considering my portfolio. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss my qualifications further.

Reimagining E-Commerce Warehouses in Chicago 01

Academic Project Supervisor

Concept Video

MSUD | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Conor O’Shea | ceoshea@illinois.edu

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PROJECT DESCRIPTION & RELEVANCE | The 19th century saw the birth of the industrial revolution in Chicago, as trade and commerce flourished in the country. By the turn of the 20th century, the city had become a hub of trade, connected to the rest of the USA via roads, waterways, and 22 rail lines.

With the passage of time, Chicago successfully tackled its pollution problem through effective management strategies. The city is now renowned for its architectural adaptations that balanced industrial growth with livability by the close of the 20th century. Currently, 19% of Chicago's land is devoted to industrial use, with 3% dedicated to parks and green spaces. Amid the fervor of industrialization, Chicago overlooked the importance of preserving ecological balance, leading to a disproportionate ratio of green spaces to residents in the city.

PROJECT FOCUS | This project aims to reshape the way Chicago views trade and commerce, putting ecological development ahead of economic considerations. It prioritizes the creation of adaptable spaces that can evolve to meet future needs, positioning itself as a forward-thinking initiative for the city's future growth.