Nguyen Duong | Architecture Portfolio 2019 - 2023 | University of Virginia

NGUYEN DUONG

Email: Nguyenduong.dnkn@gmail.com | Phone: (971) 331 - 3798 | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nguyenduong161 | Portfolio

EDUCATION

University of Virginia

Charlottesville, VA | August 2019 - May 2023

Bachelor of Science Architecture

Pre-Professional

GPA: 3.89 | Dean’s List | High Honor

Minor 1: Global Sustainability

Minor 2: Technology and the Environment

Barcelona Study Abroad

Urban Catalyst

Barcelona, Spain | August 2022 - December 2022

At Escola Tècnica Superior d’Arquitectura de Barcelona | Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

At Bailo Rull + ADD Arquitectura

Course: Urban Planning, Public Space Design, Gaudi History, Urban Catalyst Studio

SKILLS

3+ Year Experience

Rhino (3D modeling)

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign Microsoft Office Suite

Enscape

Grasshopper

Physical Modeling

3D Printing

Laser Cutting Sewing

0-1+ Year Experience

Revit

ArcGIS

Vray

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Arduino

Python, C++, Java

Lumion

Data Analysis & Visualization Tableau, Excel, SQL

INTEREST

Fashion Design

Kinetic Architecture

Computational & Parametric Design

Facade Design Design Technology

PORTFOLIO

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Architectural Designer - DAO Architecture

516 SE Morrison St, Ste 800, Portland, OR 97214 | November 2023 - Present

Created detailed 3D models and documentation for an existing building using SketchUp and Revit, facilitating efficient project visualization.

Produced construction details, elevations, and plan drawings using AutoCAD, ensuring precision in project execution.

Assisted in designing a cultural gate for a community housing project using Illustrator, enhancing its visual appeal and cultural significance.

Administered updates to social media and website content, enhancing online presence.

Architectural Design Intern - Scott Edward Architecture

2525 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97214 | June 2022 - July 2022 & December 2022 - January 2023

Designed and built six 3-meter tall, lit-up inflatables for Portland Winter Light Festival, which featured 136 installations, attracted 208,000 attendees, with the economic impact reaching $4,434,000.

Independently led the inflatable project, including planning, designing, problem solving, project management, and Rhino proficiency.

Presented project details to a company audience of 15, enhancing communication and presentation skills.

Contributed to diverse projects, from single-family homes to affordable housing, mixed-use buildings, and winery design.

Prepared architectural drawings, participated in site visits, and developed diagrams, design concepts, 3D models and renderings, utilizing Rhino, Enscape, SketchUp, AutoCAD, and Revit.

Architectural Design Intern - Quinn Evans Architects

100 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201 | January 2022

Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, and contractors, contributing to diverse project phases.

Developed 6 design concepts, prioritizing accessibility and safety.

Utilized Revit for architectural modeling.

Conducted on-site visits to inform design decisions.

Data Analytics Intern - ServiceTitan

Remote | June 2020 - August 2020

Conducted data analysis and visualization by inputting, organizing, and interpreting data sets using statistical tools, including Excel, Tableau, and SQL, resulting in enhanced data analysis skills. Prepared report documents, showcasing proficiency in data-driven decision-making.

EXPERIENCE

College Student Board - College Possible Oregon

Remote | October 2022 - June 2023

Shaping the first-year framework for College Possible Student Board.

Collaboratively planned and executed student events, fostering student engagement. Managed budgets and financial resources effectively.

Established a support system for over 500 College Possible students at high school and college levels. Utilized Excel for data organization and participation tracking, facilitating data-driven decision-making

Student Instructor Assistant - Principles of Tectonics

University of Virginia | January 2023 - June 2023

Collaborated in weekly meetings with the instructor to enhance the course for 80 students, discussing progress and performance.

Monitored student progress through weekly reviews, facilitated discussions, answered questions, and provided comprehensive support, contributing to improved proficiency across the class.

Curated materials and conducted research to enrich class activities and assignments.

Volunteered to host learning sessions on design tools, positively impacting student performance.

Oversaw the grading for assignments and exams of 16 students, ensuring fair and consistent evaluation.

Student Instructor Assistant - 3D Geometrical Model and Visualization

University of Virginia | August 2021 - December 2021

Supported instructor in guiding 70 students to learn 3D modeling and visualization techniques using Rhino, Grasshopper, and Python scripting, encompassing rendering and timeline animation.

Assisted in troubleshooting software and tool issues.

Provided constructive feedback on projects, aiding students in refining their skills.

Conducted workshops and demonstration, enhancing student’s proficiency in 3D modeling.

ACE Mentor Program (Architecture Construction Engineering)

Portland, OR | February 2018 - May 2018 & February 2019 - May 2019

Collaborated with mentors to develop design concepts and strategies for a local site

Contributed to team project by creating architectural drawings and building physical models

Successfully presented project with team in front of large audience

Attained recognition as one of eleven students selected for scholarship, highlighting outstanding achievement

Academic

Project Type Skills Gained

SOLAR RESPONSIVE KINETIC FACADE

Thesis | Material Tectonics

Facade Design

Rhino, Grasshopper, Enscape, Ladybug, Arduino, Coding and Electronics skills, Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, 3D printing, Physical Modeling

This thesis explores an innovative facade design using kinetic modules for lighting regulation. It involves iterative tests on different variables of geometry, materiality and systematics. The goal is precise panel movement, achieved through a curved backing support system, enabling responsive opening and closing based on sunlight changes.

MECHANISM PROTOTYPE

MODULAR DESIGN MATERIAL EXPLORATION & INVESTIGATION

HARD ZONE

ELASTIC ZONE

GEOMETRY

MATERIALITY

KINETIC SYSTEM APPLICATION

DISTRIBUTED STRESS

CONCENTRATED STRESS

MECHANISM TESTING

FORMAL TESTING

RESIN | FLEXIBILITY & STABILITY 3D PRINT TPU | FLEXIBILITY + 3D PRINT PLA | STRUCTURE

PNEUMATIC CUSHION MECHANICAL

POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS

MODEL DIGITALLY (RHINO)

MODEL DIGITALLY (RHINO)

APPLY MECHANISM (GRASSHOPPER)

APPLY MECHANISM (GRASSHOPPER)

DESIGN COMPUTATION

DESIGN DETAILS

DESIGN COMPUTATION

MOST EFFICIENT SOLUTION

LIGHT ANALYSIS (LADYBUG)

LIGHT ANALYSIS (LADYBUG)

APPLY SENSOR ALGORITHM (FIREFLY & ARDUINO)

APPLY SENSOR ALGORITHM (FIREFLY & ARDUINO)

FULL MODULE

PNEUMATIC CUSHION

PHOTORESISTOR

SERVO

ARDUINO

PANEL

TPU + PLA

PNEUMATIC CUSHION

PNEUMATIC CUSHION

POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS

FABRICATION

POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS

CUT MATERIAL TO FORM

MECHANISM TESTING

TESTING

LIGHT ANALYSIS

ANALYZE RESPONSE TO LIGHT & MOVING SPEED

SCALABILITY

SCALE VARIATION

SURFACE VARIATION

APPLY ELECTRONIC MECHANISM

PNEUMATIC CUSHION

REFINE SYSTEM (IF NEEDED)

PNEUMATIC CUSHION PNEUMATIC CUSHION

PNEUMATIC CUSHION

CURVE SUPPORT

GLASS FRAME BOLT & NUT

PNEUMATIC CUSHION

Video Demonstration

Academic Project Type Skills Gained

Buidling Info

CONNECTIVE LIVING FACULTY HOUSING

ARCH 2020 | Housing Matters

Residential

Rhino, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Origami, Physical Modeling

Total number of units: 30

Typical unit area: 500 sq. ft.

Building floor area: 23,134 sq. ft.

Connective Living reimagines temporary housing for visiting faculty. Departing from homogeneity, it leverages institutional catalysts to create an innovative living experience. Inspired by Ron Resch’s tessellation, the modular design promotes radical connectivity. Two sections with intertwined circulation paths offer elevated interactions. Diverse housing types, from full to shared units, cater to faculty needs. Corner spaces host a café, study room, and gym. Interior programs, like cafes and childcare, connect to an exterior public garden. The connected hexagon structure with changing elevations offers a unique promenade, fostering resident interaction. With affiliations to the Science Museum and universities, Connective Living enriches both living style and Richmond’s communal spaces.

3_EXPERIENCE APPROACH

Besides climate impact, it also enhances visitors’ experience through a lifted, continuous path with a walkable roof, creating a loop that incorporates the pier as part of the experience.

VIEWPOINT

Academic Project Type Skills Gained

BARCELONA ENTRANCE ELEVATED WALKPATH

Abroad - Barcelona Studio | Urban Catalyst Bridge, Public Space Design

Rhino, ArcGIS, Grasshopper, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Sketching, Physical Modeling, Google Earth

Barcelona Entrance bridges urban divides at a pivotal city intersection where sea, mountain, city, and highway converge. It counters the disconnection caused by highway and port structures, proposing elevated pathways aligned with the highway’s topography. These paths link city, sea, and mountain for pedestrians while serving as a vehicular gateway. The project unites cars and pedestrians in a harmonious overlap, enhancing safety and function. Without altering the highway, it fosters cohesion, integrating urban spaces and catalyzing revitalization across the site.

BUILDING

HIGH RAMP

LOW RAMP TERRACE

LANDING

Google Earth Video

Academic Project Type

Skills Gained

MEDITATIVE SPACE STUDENT CENTER

ARCH 3020| UVA Site Transformation

- Collective Student Center

Education, Community Building

Rhino, Enscape, Ladybug, Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Technical Drawing, 3D Printing, Laser Cut, Physical Modeling

The Lambeth Field student community center reimagines spatial organization, while honoring existing housing. It prioritizes well-being through meditation and social interaction, with an infinitysymbol roof path that ‘peels back’ to form distinct areas—one for vibrant social engagement and the other for serene meditation. This concept embodies shedding distractions for profound engagement, while thoughtfully integrating the site’s water landscape enhances relaxation and fosters a deep connection with the environment, enriching the student center’s holistic experience.

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