ILIYA MELA
Imela@umich.edu (734) 5963766 https://issuu.com/melailiya https://www.linkedin.com/in/iliya-mela-536437110/
EDUCATION
WORK EXPERIENCE
University of Michigan, Present
University of Michigan, 2023
Int’l University of Catalunya, 2021
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University of Jos, 2018
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MArch, Master of Architecture
Master of Bio-Digital Architecture
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
SKILLS Autodesk Revit Rhinoceros 3D Auto CAD Sketchup Adobe Illustrator Adobe Indesign Adobe Photoshop
Graduate Student Instructor
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Atelier Jean Nouvel (Paris) + Atelier BCN(Barcelona), 2022 Intern • • • •
Architectural Designer I •
Enscape
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V-Ray
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Microsoft Office ArcGIS Pro
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HONORS/ SCHOLARSHIPS
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NR-Kuieck Memorial Fellowship A merit scholarship offered to students who have displayed commendable academic performance and have shown great career promise
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Taubman College, 2021- 2024
Taubman College, 2023
W23 Student Work Spotlight My work was selected as one of the best in the winter 2023 studio and was pubished in college’s website
Gombe State, 2014-2018 Gombe State Scholar
Aided in preparations for client presentations. Assisted with 3D visualization, modeling, prototyping, and/or component design. Contributed to the production of drawings, specifications, and tasks related to construction administration. Engaged in various stages of architectural projects, including preliminary design development, schematic design, and working drawings.
DBMX Limited, 2021
Lumion
Grasshopper
Instruct discussion sessions in person and assess exams and assignments. Provide feedback on exams and assignments developed by the lead instructor. Offer feedback on grading rubrics and answer keys created by the lead instructor. Conduct office hours and/or problem-solving sessions. Participate in instructional team meetings alongside the lead instructor and other GSIs. Administer and manage a Canvas site for my discussion/lab/studio section.
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Established initial design concepts and collaborated with the design team to enhance them. Generated schematic presentations and conceptual renderings for client presentations. Offered design assistance for the finalization and implementation of design concepts. Contributed to the creation of drawings from initial design through construction documents. Collaborated with project architects to ensure precise technical and contractual documentation for diverse projects. Coordinated with the project team to integrate design intent into construction documents and production. Engaged in all project stages, including conceptual design, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and production. Developed graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings. Facilitated communication among project teams, clients, vendors, contractors, and consultants. Provided technical guidance and inventive solutions to address intricate technical and design challenges.
Mega Projects International Limited, 2019 Intern • • • • •
Collaborated with consulting engineers and product vendors. Supported in the administration of construction activities. Reviewed work alongside intermediate or senior-level staff for intent, quality, and precision. Generated renderings or other graphic documents for meetings, presentations, or submittals. Engaged ins review and enhancement of office efficiency and production.