Architecture graduate from IIT with a strong background in Design/Build. Skilled in blending creative design with hands-on fabrication, 3D modeling, and construction. Experienced in concept development, exhibition and spatial planning, prototype fabrication, and producing technical drawings, with proficiency in woodworking, 3D printing, and digital design tools.
Education
B.ARCH. from IIT (‘24)
Design/Build specialization
Experience
Jan. 2024 – September 2025
Barbara Kasten – Studio Assistant
- Exhibition planning
- Concept development
- Prototype fabrication
- 3D modeling and rendering
- Produce final construction drawing set
May 2025 – September 2025
Peter Gray of Metal-i-Genics – Studio Assistant
- Design + Fabrication
- 3D modeling and rendering
- Produce final construction drawing set
April 2025
EXPO Chicago – Exhibitor Relations Assistant
- On-Site support
- Administrative tasks
- Logistics coordination
June – Dec. 2024
Large Scale Custom Barn – Timber Framer
- Fabricate timber framing elements
- Detailed wood joinery with hand and power tools
- Assembly and construction of a large scale project
- Heavy machinery operation
April 2023 – May 2024
IIT Event Services – Production Crew
- Audio/Visual technician
- Event setup and oversight
- Troubleshoot and maintain equipment
2016 – 2019
Manager – Mcsalty’s Pizza Cafe
- Staff management
- Product Inventory oversight
- Food quality control
Skills
3D Modeling
3D Printing
Laser Cutting
3-axis CNC Milling
Woodworking+Metalworking
Sketching/Drafting
Photography/Videography
Music production and live sound
Programs
Rhinoceros 3D
AutoCAD
SketchUp
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Indesign
References
Frank Flury – Professor at IIT COA
flury@iit.edu
+1 (312) 259-9930
Chris Giattina – Owner of BLOX and GA Studio
CGiattina@bloxbuilt.com
+1 (205) 515-2900
Barbara Kasten – Chicago Artist
bk@barbarakasten.net
+1 (312) 371-9629
Peter Gray – Chicago Artist
peter@metal-i-genics.com
+1 (312) 925-4905
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