Chi Zhang
Part II Architectural Assistant
Manchester School of Architecture (MSA) Part 2 Graduate
Phone:
07422344311
Email:
Skills
Rhino3D
Grasshopper
Adobe PhotoShop
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
V-Ray
Enscape
Unreal Engine 5
C#
AutoCAD
Revit
SketchUp
Hand Drawing
Professional Experience
Jun 2023 - Aug 2023
Sep 2021- Jan 2022
Dec 2020 - Feb 2021
Architectural Intern
Benoy, Shanghai, China
Architectural Intern
Benoy, Shanghai, China
+ Utilized Grasshopper for parametric roof modeling, allowing for multiple adjustments based on varying requirements, achieving phased results.
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+ Employed Adobe Photoshop and other software to create floor plans for commercial complexes, gaining familiarity with the layout of complex multi-functional projects.
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+ Progressed from initial hand-drawn sketches to using Rhino3D modeling software and Enscape rendering software to complete modeling for subway entrances and landscape design, gaining insight into the challenges faced in architectural design and construction, and learning how to balance aesthetics with functionality through design.
Architectural Intern
MAD architects, Beijing, China
+ Used Rhino and Adobe Suite to participate in the conceptual phase modeling and creation of analytical diagrams, learning the firm's unique design philosophy, and contributing to the production of multiple rounds of analytical drawings for client communications, resulting in highly efficient and precise digital models.
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+ Participated in the creation of physical models for exhibition projects, frequently exchanging experiences with model companies. Utilized rendering software to analyze the exhibition environment and effects.
Architectural Intern
WEI architects, Beijing, China
+ Hand-drew analyses and used Rhino for modeling to participate in the conceptual phase modeling and creation of analytical diagrams, completing multiple versions of design schemes and contributing to project presentations with clients.
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+ Used CAD and Rhino to create accurate mountain terrain models, reconstructing site vegetation and tree locations based on photographs.
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Education
Sep 2022 - Jun 2024
Sep 2016- Jun 2021
Manchester School of Architecture (MSA)
Master of Architecture - MArch, Architecture RIBA Part2
Zhengzhou University
Bachelor of Architecture - BArch, Architecture