RMG_Portfolio_2025 by rgold_

RACHEL M. GOLDSTEIN

B.Arch Year 2

Illinois Institute of Technology

Rachel Goldstein

Second-Year Architecture Student, Illinois Institute of Technology

Second-Year Architecture Student, Illinois Institute of Technology CONTACT

goldstein.rachel23@gmail.com (rgoldstein@hawk.iit.ed u)

EXPERIENCE

Rachel Goldstein

SKILLS & QUALI

CONTACT

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Amy Reichar t Design / Auerbach Architect s

Second-Year Architecture Student, Illinois Institute of Technology

Full-Time Intern

MAY 2024 - AUGUST 2024 / PAID POSITION

EXPERIENCE

● Execute and update technical drawings and construction details for residential and commercial project s as well as exhibition design

Amy Reichar t Design / Auerbach Architect s

Rachel Goldstein

Full-Time Intern MAY 2024 - AUGUST 2024 / PAID POSITION

● Assist in the creation of presentation materials including 3D renderings and asset s for design communication

Rachel Goldstein

● Par ticipate in client meetings and collaborating with project leads on design development

Second-Year Architecture Student, Illinois Institute of Technology

● Maintain material library and digital ﬁling systems

Second-Year Architecture Student, Illinois Institute of Technology

● Execute and update technica drawings and construction details for residential and commercial project s as well as exhibition design

EXPERIENCE

● Assist in the creation of presentation materials including 3D renderings and asset s for design communication

American Institute of Architecture Student s

EXPERIENCE

Amy Reichar t Design / Auerbach Architect s

IIT

Amy Reichar t Design / Auerbach Architect s

● Par ticipate in client meetings and collaborating with project leads on design development

— Second Year Studio Representative

IIT — Second Year Studio Representative

Full-Time Intern

● Maintain material library and digital ﬁling systems

Knowledg with digita

• AutoC

• Sketch

• Rhino

• Indesi

• Illustra

• Google

• Googl

goldstein.rachel23@gmail.com (rgoldstein@hawk.iit.ed u)

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and exper tise with digital tools inc uding:

CONTACT

• Microsoft O ce

• Canva

• AutoCad

l com (rgoldstein@hawk iit ed u)

• Sketchup

goldstein.rachel23@gmail.com (rgoldstein@hawk.iit.ed u)

• Rhino 8

goldstein rachel23@gmail com (rgoldstein@hawk iit ed u)

• Indesign

• Illustrator

SKILLS

• Google Suite

Ar ticulate verbal and written communicator as a leader, team member, and mentor

QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Microsoft O ce

• Canva

Amy Reichar t Design / Auerbach Architect s

Full-Time Intern

Knowledge and exper tise with digital too s inc uding:

SEPTEMBER 2024 - PRESENT / STUDENT ORG

MAY 2024 - AUGUST 2024 / PAID POSITION

Full-Time Intern

Knowledge and exper tise with digital too s inc uding:

• AutoCad

SAIC — Undergrad uate Student Representative

American Institute of Architecture Student s

MAY 2024 - AUGUST 2024 / PAID POSITION

SEPTEMBER 2023 - MAY 2024 / STUDENT ORG

IIT Second Year Studio Representative

● Execute and update technica drawings and construction details for residential and commercial project s as well as exhibition design

SEPTEMBER 2024 - PRESENT / STUDENT ORG

● Execute and update technica drawings and construction details for residential and commercial project s as well as exhibition design

● Act as liaison between undergrad uate architecture studios and AIAS executive board

● Execute and update technica drawings and construction details for residential and commercial project s as well as exhibition design

● Assist in the creation of presentation materials including 3D renderings and asset s for design communication

SAIC Undergrad uate Student Representative

● Assist in the creation of presentation materials including 3D renderings and asset s for design communication

SEPTEMBER 2023 - MAY 2024 / STUDENT ORG

● Assist in the planning, sched uling, and promotion of AIAS programs

● Assist in the creation of presentation materials including 3D renderings and asset s for design communication

● Par ticipate in client meetings and collaborating with project leads on design development

● Maintain material library and digital ﬁling systems

● Par ticipate in client meetings and collaborating with project leads on design development

● Maintain material library and digital ﬁling systems

● Act as liaison between undergrad uate architecture studios and AIAS executive board

● Par ticipate in client meetings and collaborating with project leads on design development

Fast and motivated learner, detail-oriented problem solver

Knowledge and exper tise with digital tools inc uding:

Ar ticulate verbal and written communicator as a eader, team member, and mentor

• Sketchup

• AutoCad

• Sketchup

• Rhino 8

• AutoCad

• Indesign

• Rhino 8

• Sketchup

Experienced in multitasking and large scale project management

• Indesign

• Illustrator

• Rhino 8

Fast and motivated learner, detail-oriented prob em solver

• Illustrator

• Google Suite

• Indesign

• Google Suite

• Microsoft O ce

• Illustrator

• Canva

• Microsoft O ce

• Google Suite

• Canva

• Microsoft O ce

AWARDS

• Canva

Experienced in multitasking and large scale project management

Instructional Resources & Facilities Management, SAIC

American Institute of Architecture Student s

● Maintain material library and digital ﬁling systems

American Institute of Architecture Student s

● Assist in the planning, sched u ing, and promotion of AIAS programs.

IIT — Second Year Studio Representative

Assistant Technician

American Institute of Architecture Student s

Assistant Technician

SEPTEMBER 2024 - PRESENT / STUDENT ORG

IIT Second Year Studio Representative

SEPTEMBER 2023 - MAY 2024 / PAID POSITION

SEPTEMBER 2024 - PRESENT / STUDENT ORG

Instructional Resources & Facilities Management, SAIC

IIT — Second Year Studio Representative

SEPTEMBER 2024 - PRESENT / STUDENT ORG

SAIC — Undergrad uate Student Representative

SEPTEMBER 2023 - MAY 2024 / STUDENT ORG

Assistant Technician

● Fielded calls via helpline and directed communication between IRFM offices and ser vice request s across campus

SAIC Undergrad uate Student Representative

SEPTEMBER 2023 - MAY 2024 / STUDENT ORG

SAIC — Undergrad uate Student Representative

SEPTEMBER 2023 - MAY 2024 / PAID POSITION

SEPTEMBER 2023 - MAY 2024 / STUDENT ORG

● Assisted in the upkeep, management, and organization of campus resources

● Act as liaison between undergrad uate architecture studios and AIAS executive board

● Fielded calls via helpline and directed communication between IRFM offices and ser vice request s across campus

● Act as liaison between undergrad uate architecture studios and AIAS executive board

● Assist in the planning, sched u ing, and promotion of AIAS programs.

● Assisted in the upkeep, management, and organization of campus resources

● Assist in the planning, sched u ing, and promotion of AIAS programs.

IIT Merit Scholarship

Ar ticulate verbal and written communicator as a eader, team member, and mentor

AWARDS

Ar ticulate verbal and written communicator as a eader, team member, and mentor

Awarded upon acceptance based on application and architectural por tfolio

IIT Merit Scholarship

Fast and motivated learner, detail-oriented prob em solver

2023 Contemporary Practices Scholarship

Fast and motivated learner, detail-oriented prob em solver

Awarded upon acceptance based on application and architectura por tfolio

Experienced in multitasking and large scale project management

● Assist in the planning, sched u ing, and promotion of AIAS programs. Instructional Resources & Facilities Management,

Juried review of por tfo io and essay, one of 10 winners from over 200 nominated individ uals in freshman class.

Juried review of por tfolio and essay, one of 10 winners from over 200 nominated individ uals in freshman class.

2023 Contemporary Practices Scholarship

Experienced in multitasking and large scale project management

AWARDS

Experienced in multitasking and large scale project management AWARDS

Juried review of por tfolio and essay, one of 10 winners from over 200 nominated

AWARDS

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individ ua s in freshman class

HOUSE EN MASSE

“House en Masse” is a design proposal for a 450 sq ft single occupant accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood. This project seeks to address the growing need for increased urban density near downtown, offering a flexible, efficient living solution ideal for a semi-remote worker. The design revolves around a modular ‘core’ that is both functional and adaptable, complemented by a responsive ‘shell’ that is tailored to the unique environmental conditions of the site.

The core features a large thermal mass of precast concrete that spans the entire width of the unit. This central mass serves multiple purposes: it houses the essential functions of sleeping, working, cooking, and bathing, and acts as thermal storage. The secondary level, positioned on either side of this mass, accommodates the working and sleeping areas. This layout ensures a distraction-free, well-lit home office and a cozy, private nook for rest. The lower level opens up to a shared backyard, with the kitchen area designed for flexible use—ideal for cooking, dining, and entertaining.

The ‘shell’ of the ADU is designed to optimize energy efficiency based on its North-South orientation. Generous windows on the Southern side capitalize on natural light and passive solar heat, harnessing the thermal mass’s ability to store warmth. On the North side, fewer windows are strategically placed, buffered by closet spaces to minimize heat loss and maintain comfortable temperatures throughout the year.

In summary, House en Masse offers a compact, sustainable living space that combines efficiency with comfort, well suited for the demands of modern urban living.

ENVIRONMENTAL SHELL

HOUSE IN SEYA HOUSE EN MASSE

PROGRAMMATIC CORE

Diagrammatic design concept & formal organization: thermal mass as an organizing programmatic and formal mechanism

Central Mass vs Environmental Shell, concept diagram (left) & concept model (right)

SITE PLAN

SECTION – SITE | LONGITUDINAL

SITE PLAN

SECTION – SITE | LONGITUDINAL

Immediate site (left) and Bridgeport

in context

(right)

left: Daylighting conditions of Winter solstice, Summer solstice, and natural ventilation in “House en Masse,” demonstration of environmental efficiency and specificity of “Shell,” and ideal indirect lighting for remote work right: Bridgeport in context and immediate site conditions

Longitudinal perspective section illustrating day to day activities while living

“En Masse”

Isometric framing diagrams illustrating floor joist-mass relationship, and overall organization of structural members joined ( left) & exploded (right)

0’

0’ 5’ 10’ 20’

Plan cut at 16’ 0’ 5’ 10’

0’ 5’ 10’ 20’ Transverse Section

0’ 5’ 10’ 20’

ELEVATION - SOUTH

ELEVATION - NORTH

Left: Early variants of South-facing facade, exploration of window placement and overall color palette

Right: Final linework elevations, South (left) & North (right) encorporating gridded facade and green roof

Left: A view of early Spring in Bridgeport, Right: Foundation & floor, wall, and green roof construction details

FLOOR ASSEMBLY

WALL ASSEMBLY

FLOOR ASSEMBLY

WALL ASSEMBLY GREEN ROOF ASSEMBLY

FLOOR ASSEMBLY WALL ASSEMBLY

Pausing to Enjoy the Sun

A Quiet Workday “En Masse”

LOOP UNION HALL

This design for a union hall and transparency, which are with the community.

The building’s layout is defined systems that shape its spatial A transverse load-bearing primary zones: a central entry versatile southern office designed for communal exposed system of ceiling emphasizing the building’s providing a sense of cohesion

The northern meeting hall accommodating a wide range auditorium-style seating smaller, collaborative configurations. by an open colonnade and an the space to adapt seamlessly

hall reflects the values of collaboration are central to its mission of engaging

defined by two intersecting structural spatial and functional characteristics. wall system delineates the three entry hall that welcomes visitors, a area, and a northern meeting hall gatherings. Simultaneously, an ceiling joists punctuates these spaces, building’s continuous north-south axis and cohesion and openness throughout.

hall is a cornerstone of the design, range of uses. It supports large-scale for public assemblies as well as configurations. This flexibility is enhanced an adjoining storage closet, allowing seamlessly to diverse programmatic needs.

E ADAMS ST

SITE PLAN SCALE 1/32” = 1’

S WABASH AVE

E JACKSON BLVD

WEST ELEVATION

SCALE 1/16” = 1’

WEST ELEVATION

Scale 1/8" = 1'

LONGITUDINAL SECTION

SCALE 1/16” = 1’

LONGITUDINAL SECTION

Scale 1/8" = 1'

STRUCTURAL ROOF PLAN

STRUCTURAL ROOF

SOUTH ELEVATION

SCALE 1/8” = 1’

SOUTH ELEVATION

Scale: 1/8" = 1'

SECTION B-B

SCALE 1/8” = 1’

SECTION BB

Scale 1/8" = 1'

of meeting hall from adjacent strret

View

Entering the meeting hall

Positioned in the heart of Pilsen, this public park is occupied by a group homeless migrants who use the outcropping as a hub for rest and community.

My design of a small public restroom site comes from the gesture of peeling A nearby mural in a state of disrepair, and repainted, becomes an unassuming metaphor for the community of Pilsen its architecture. Just as this brick wall itself to a new image from the receding many layers, Pilsen, home first to then Eastern European, more recently immigrants, and now subject to gentrification, forms and reforms as the layers communities are rebuilt and revealed. point of fluctuation– where respite is the architecture of the “peel”– was the principle of my design.

PILSEN PUBLIC RESTROOM

this small of 10-15 outcropping restroom on this peeling paint. disrepair, painted unassuming Pilsen and wall cedes receding of its German, Mexican gentrification, layers of its revealed. This found in the guiding

PROJECT INSPIRATION

S Blue Island Ave.

S Loomis St.

Derivation of “peel” formation, collaging moments from inspirational mural onto existing site elements

PLAN CUT @4’ interaction of derived pattern and architectural form

Site Plan

SOUTH ELEVATION SCALE

Iconic architectural and figurative representations inspired by the conceptual drawings of Étienne-Louis Boullée, Claude Ledoux, and Mies Van Der Rohe

VISIONARY DRAWINGS

VISION 1 charcoal on rag paper, 25” x 60”

VISION 2 charcoal on rag paper, 35” x 75”

VISION 3

charcoal on rag paper, 25” x 60”