5620 114 Street Edmonton, AB, T6H 3M3 1 (780) 340-3334 ambellstedt@gmail.com
Michael Bellstedt Profile I have recently completed my design thesis in the Masters of Architecture program at the University of Manitoba and am seeking a work opportunity as an Architectural Intern to gain design practice experience, engage and develop my technical skills, and continue my pursuit toward becoming a licensed architect in Alberta.
Education University of Manitoba - Faculty of Architecture Masters of Architecture Degree September 2018 - June 2020 (Complete, official grad. October 2020) University of Manitoba - Faculty of Architecture Bachelor of Environmental Design Degree September 2013 - May 2016 Grant MacEwan University - Faculty of Arts September 2012 - April 2013 Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) Architectural Technology Diploma September 2010 - April 2012
Work University of Manitoba:
Research Assistant to Prof. Eduard Epp June 2019 - Aug 2019, June 2020 - Assisted in the graphic layout composition of university publications entitled Flood Architecture Volume 1 and Archfolio 2020
Manasc Isaac Architects:
Architectural Technologist February 2017 - July 2018 - Assisted in schematic design, and design development reports/ drawings of the Northern Lakes College High Prairie Campus project - Completed full sets of development permit and Issue for Tender/ Construction drawings - Assumed responsibility for the clarity and coordination of teamwork BIM models on numerous mid-large scale projects (Archicad) - Provided conceptual design input on a variety of projects, and modeled them in digital 3D workspace - Completed numerous visualizations for presentations and project proposals
Software Archicad Maya 3D Studio Max Revit AutoCAD Sketchup Rhinoceros Arnold Render Engine Artlantis Render Cinerender Unreal Engine
Adobe Photoshop Adobe Indesign Adobe Illustrator Microsoft Office Suite
Experience - Working closely and rigorously with architects to design a diverse range of completed and conceptual architectural projects - Drafting/coordinating full sets of working drawings (line work or BIM) - Realizing 3D digital models using a diverse array of 3D software - Drawing fully annotated/dimensioned details - Utilizing photorealistic, representational, and mixed media techniques to create visualizations and concept work - Building accurate scale models showcasing design intent using basswood, acrylic, mdf, plywood etc. - Drawing with meticulous detail by hand - Preparing laser cut files in AutoCAD and Rhino
Recognition 2020- Canadian Architect Student Award of Excellence Nominee 2019- Cibinel Design Achievement Award 2019- Desire Institute design project published in Warehouse Volume 28 2018- Randy Gilbart Memorial Scholarship for Excellence in Architectural Design 2016- Dean’s Honor List (U of M) 2015- Elected as Events Coordinator for the Student Architectural Society of the U of M 2014- Edible Signage design project published in Warehouse Volume 23 2012- Dean’s Honor List (Grant MacEwan University) 2011- Canadian Western Bank design competition - semi finalist (NAIT) 2011- Jason Lang Scholarship (NAIT)