Punit Das
punitdas@usc.edu +1 213 810 6346
Aiming to achieve ecologically responsive architecture through application of cross-disciplinary engineering, computational design and a passion for pragmatic complexity
1284 W. Jefferson Blvd. Los Angeles CA 90007 www.punitdas.com
Education
Work Experience
University of Southern California Los Angeles, California
Master of Architecture
2015 - 2017
Populous New Delhi, India
06 / 2016 - 08 / 2016
Architectural Intern
(NAAB Accredited)
Courses Computational Research: Multi-Agent Systems & Reciprocal Frames Tutoring for Structural Design for Architects course Thesis: Vertical Urbanism - Supertall Buildings
Assisted in concept design of a 200’ x 200‘ traveling arena for a renowned entertainment company in India Integrated design of structure to be transportable across India Collaborated with clients, engineers and general contractors
The Pennsylvania State University University Park, Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Architectural Engineering Minor of Architecture Studies
2008 - 2013 ABET Accredited
Courses Collaborative Architecture Studios Study Abroad: Architecture and Medieval Structures in Italy Structural Design and Analysis Mechanical, Electrical, Lighting and Acoustic design of buildings Construction Management in building industry
Skills & Competencies Rhino3D
Buro Happold Engineering Mumbai, India
2013 - 2014
Graduate Structural Engineer
Contributed in Concept Design, Schematic Design and Construction Documentation Phases for 30 - 75 story buildings Structural integration for high-rises by Foster & Partners, 3XN Architects and HOK Designed and Analyzed for gravity, wind and seismic conditions Global collaboration for setting up local BIM Capability Co-Headed the set-up of Global Young Engineers Forum
Leslie E. Robertson Associates Mumbai, India
05 / 2012 - 08 / 2012
Structural Design Intern
Assisted in design of eight 15 - 35 story residential towers Grasshopper
Building Information Modeling
AutoCAD
Coordinated with project team for design and construction documentation
Freelance Projects Mumbai, India
2015
User Interface Design for Mobile Apps Contributed in graphic design of user interfaces for apps
Adobe Ilustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Residential Construction Coordination Assisted in construction coordination and quality checks on residential housing projects in Mumbai
Languages English
Hindi
BlueBeam
Python Scripting in Rhino
Expertise Architectural Design
Integrated Design
High-Rise Buildings
Structural Engineering
Computational Design
Sketchup Urban Design