Tom Owsianka
Part2 Architectural Assitant
Contact
Education & Qualifications
279 Proton Tower, 8 Blackwall Way, London, E14 9GP tom.owsianka@icloud.com www.penporridge.com 07752 427449
MArch Designing Architecture (RIBA Part 2) ’20 –’22 London School of Architecture, LDN - Thesis Project: Neighbourhood scale architectural intervention improving craft workshop infrastructure and access to craft - Performed in-depth analysis of Hackney Wick’s challenges leading to propositional concept. - Completed collaborative research and design project with multiple practices incl. IDOM, Salter + Collingridge, Equilio
Personal Profile I am ambitious, always willing to learn and develop, and dedicated to everything I do. Being hard working and committed, I am prepared to take on any task and work in challenging environments. My open, friendly manner and good communication skills allow me to work well with a team to achieve success. My fascination with architecture was born from an early and deep interest in history and the idea of buildings as relics. This then developed as I began to see architecture as an exercise of high-stakes problem solving that will leave a net positive and lasting impact.
2:1 BA Hons Architecture (RIBA Part 1), ’14 – ’18 University of Greenwich, LDN - Developed strong work ethic and will to work until the task is done - Grew as a designer with an appreciation for detail - Designed and coordinated End of Year Exhibition Spanish Language Course, UTFSM, Valparaiso, Chile Spear, LDN - Personal & Career Development Course - City & Guilds Level 1 VRQ in Customer Service
Jul ’16 Sep – Oct ’13
Key Soft Skill s - Interpersonal – easily build rapport with people at all levels . - Communication – clear, confident, and professional manner. - Teamwork – relish working in a team environment as well as taking a leadership role .
Key Technical Skill s -
3D Modelling – Revit, ArchiCAD, Vectorworks, Rhino 7, SketchUp 3D Rendering – V-Ray, Indigo, Enscape 2D Draughting – AutoCad, Hand Drawing Adobe Creative Suite – Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop Physical Modelling – 3D Printing, Laser-cutting, Workshop Tools Photography – Digital, Film Development
Interests Photography: I have always been interested in capturing the world and its fine details through photography. I focus on the city, architectural details, materiality. I’m transitioning away from seeing buildings as interesting sculptures but rather looking at the way people interact and move through the build environment which informs my design process. Linocut Printmaking:
All prints are based on my observations, most focus on architecture and the built environment. Carving and printing have been a great pastime, meditative and creative, allowing me to work with my hands.
Sport: I have played a number of team games and enjoyed the camaraderie but I particularly like the self-reliance that playing tennis teaches whilst pitting yourself against an opponent. Cocktail Mixology: Most recently, I have been captivated by cocktail mixology. I find the processes of developing (or ‘designing’) a new recipe then creating/ ‘building’ the drink for a customer (or ‘client’) to be a microcosm of the design and construction process. Creating an experience, a delight, for a customer is exciting in itself no matter the product.
Languages - English (Fluent) - Polish (Fluent) - Spanish (Beginner)
Work Experience FORMX Architects, LDN Feb ’21 – (Freelance) Part 2 Architectural Assistant (RIBA Stage 4): - Completed Tender/ Construction drawings - Coordinated with Structural Engineering Consultant to optimise structural steelwork within design Dennis Sharp Architects, LDN Sep ’20 – Jan ‘21 (Part-Time) Part 1 Architectural Assistant (RIBA Stages 1, 2): - Performed Feasibility Study and took part in Community Outreach - Developed Concept Design through sketching and modelling - Completed Pre-Planning Application drawings and visualisation - Lead design presentations to client and local government End Of Year Exhibition, University of Greenwich, LDN May – Jun ’18 (Full-Time) Designer + Coordinator: - Designed unit exhibition space - Designed and built bespoke drawing holders - Curated student works - Delegated team members Lion and Lamb Bar and Record Shop, LDN Feb – Mar ’16 (Part-Time) Architect Assistant + Labourer: - Managed a small team building ceiling installation feature - Shadowed carpenter - Resolved design related issues Darek Construction, LDN (Full-Time) Assistant on House Extension Project: - Shadowed builder and plumber - Cleared and cleaned site - Received deliveries
Jul – Aug ’15