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RA - COUNCIL OF ARCHITECTURE, INDIA ISSUU LINK LINKEDIN LINK Crafting connections between people and spaces. Architecture is my passion, creativity and problem solving are my tools. AIA Georgia Honor award winner with 5 years of experience in design and construction. Architectural Designs crafted with precision and finesse. Creating unique architecture for luxury hospitality, retail & commercial projects, Revit and Auto Cad expert. Designing dreams into reality!
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Studio+ Position : Project Coordinator • • • • • • •
Developed project plans for Delamar hotel in Michigan and educational expansion projects in Florida. Facilitated communication among project teams, clients, and stakeholders. Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including architects and contractors. Ensured adherence to project timelines and implemented corrective measures. Maintained organized project documentation, including contracts and progress reports. Worked closely with clients to understand needs and ensure satisfaction. Proactively addressed and resolved issues to achieve project objectives.
Type Six Design & Development, Dallas, Texas, USA Position : Project Coordinator • •
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Master of Architecture January 2019 - Nov 2020 Savannah College of Arts and Design Savannah, GA, USA Bachelor of Architecture July 2013 - May 2018 SCET Surat, Gujarat, India Exchange Research Program January 2017 - March 2017 Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena Cartagena, Spain
January 2021 - June 2023
Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of Hospitality and multifamily projects. Complex architectural and design jobs were handled by utilizing unique architectural design concepts and sophisticated professional skills. Researched building codes and requirements and applied to design planning. To ensure exact and accurate indicators, graphics, and documentation, A particular quality control standards and procedures were followed. Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results to meet the schedule. Integrated architectural and engineering drawings to create cohesive packages. With direct guidance from the principle architect, I successfully put together number of approved client presentations for several projects.
Ventura Architecture Development, Davie, FL Position : Architectural Intern
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June 2023 - Present
August 2020 - December 2020
Worked on the commercial projects, and fast food chain restaurants in a very fast paced environment. Researched the building codes(Florida). Gained New Built + Remodeling Commercial Building drawing experience. Assisted in generating construction drawings, schedules and quantities in Revit. Conducted field surveys and visited site locations to take note and measurements of existing structures. Created renderings for present and past projects in Lumion, and later post production in Photoshop.
ACHIEVEMENTS & AWA R D S AIA Savannah - HONOR AWARD M.Arch Thesis 2020 AIA ATLANTA - YAF M.Arch Thesis Showcase 2020 SCAD Achievement Grad Scholarship 2019-20 Academic Honors Graduate School 2019-20 ANDC Trophy 2016 Louis I. Kahn Trophy 2015-16 Reubens Trophy 2015-16
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Atlanta’s Transit Lounge_Karan Solanki_ Thesis, May 2020 Volvo x SCADpro: The Future Mobility Concept Book, Nov 2019 Riverpark Hotel, Arlington, TX Hotel Indigo, Las Colinas, TX Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall, Fort Worth, TX
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