SHRUTI KHANDELWAL

Urban Designer+Architect COA, AIA Intl. Assoc., ULI +1-781-***-**** acb82e@r.postjobfree.com; www.theskdesigner.com

OBJECTIVE

Committed professional with background in urban design and architecture, seeking an opportunity to work in an organization which would creatively challenge me to augment my artistic proficiency at both national and international levels.

EDUCATION

- Masters in Urban Design (2012-2013) from Ball State University, Indianapolis, USA

With courses in Research Methodology, Graphic Illustration, Web Designing and Urban Open Space Design

- Bachelors in Architecture (2007-2012) from Vastu Kala Academy aff. to GGSIPU, New Delhi, India

With courses in Building Construction, Services and Landscape Architecture

- Online Short term Course on Designing Cities from Coursera with certification from University of Pennsylvania (Oct-Dec 2013)

KEY SKILLS

- 2D Graphic Communication, 3D Modeling/ Animation, Drafting, Mapping and Data Analysis, Physical Modeling Materials, and Reports and Graphic Layout

- Software Proficiency- AutoCAD 2D & 3D, Revit Architecture, Sketch – up, Photoshop, Illustrator, V-Ray, Premiere, Flash, Lumion, Arc GIS, MS Excel, Indesign, MS Word, and MS Powerpoint

WORK EXPERIENCE

- Prepare CAD drawings of existing commercial buildings from survey sketches for Existing Conditions Survey Inc (Boston), Oct 2013.

- Prepared working drawings, building and service details, comprehensive landscape development plans, sections and details, and cost estimates under guidance of Mr. Suneet Mohindroo (COA) as an Architecture Intern in Oracles Landscape Design (2010)

- Compiled data on historic preservation of bridges in Indianapolis and prepare web navigation system for public amenities in Indiana as a Research volunteer for Indiana Trails (non-profit) Organization under the guidance of Christina Jones (B.L.A.) (2013)

- Prepare Retail Merchandizing Plan for Indian Ethnic Store, Pinellas Park, FL. (2013)

- Volunteered for ULI Breakfast Series, Indianapolis in May, 2013

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

- Participated in AIA Indiana Infinity Ideas Competition 2013

- Gerald D. Hines Urban Design Competition Finalist (2013)

- Class Representative for the year 2009-10, 2010-2011 and 2011-2012

- Ranked 5th in the university in 2009-2010

- Jury’s Award for proficiency in Architectural Drawing (2007-2008)

- Participated in National Architecture Competition organized by National Association of Students of Architecture (NASA, India)

- Awarded Miss. Fresher by VKA Student Organization, 2007

LICENSE

- Licensed Architect (September 2012-Present)

Reg. No. CA/2012/56999

COA, Council of Architecture, India

MEMBERSHIPS/ AFFILIATIONS

- AIA International Associate (May 2013-Present)

- ULI Student Member (May 2013-Present)

CERTIFICATION OF COMPLETION

- Coursera & University of Pennsylvania- Certificate in online course on Designing Cities (Dec, ‘13)

- AIA Webinar- The Firm of the Future: Big Picture Trends Shaping the Future of Architecture Firms (Dec 3, ‘13)

- AIA Webinar- Visitability in the Unites States (Dec 2, ‘13)

- AIA Webinar- Rude Bruner Award for Urban Excellence: Advancing Conversation about Placemaking and Practice (Nov 25, ‘13)

- AIA Webinar- Computational Design: In Search of Design Excellence (Nov 12, ‘13)

- AIA Webinar- Using Air Improvement to Improve Energy Efficiency (Oct 22, ‘13)

- AIA Webinar- Deltek Clarity A & E Industry Study (Sep 26, ‘13)

- AIA Webinar- Moving Design V: The Art of Play (June 7, ‘13)

LECTURES AND PRESENTATIONS

- Develop Vertical Communities (Thesis) comprising of high-rise mixed-use towers to enhance the Indianapolis’ skyline (Public presentation and published online) Also prepared a project animation under the guidance of Prof. Michel Mounayar (Assoc. Dean)

- Design a vibrant, mixed-use, walk-able, bike-able residential district for Downtown East in Minneapolis. known as Portland Avenue (ULI Gerald D. Hines Finalist Design Entry, 2013) under the mentorship of Prof. Bruce Race (FAIA, FAICP) and Christina Jones (B.L.A.) Prepared brochure/ pamphlet under Prof. Michel Mounayar (Presented thrice in front of public organizations, developers, designers, planners, faculty members and students)

- Propose an innovative architecture design strategy to enhance the Indianapolis Skyline called Your Urban Signature

- Revitalize industrial site by Sustainable design strategy, modern outlook for building project, comprehensive site planning for the existing and new residents in the Circle City Industrial Complex Charrette organized by East 10th Organization (Public presentation in front of community residents, public organization, designers, planners, faculty members, and students)

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