Architectural Designer - BIM & Parametric Modeling

VINAY KUMAR GAJULA

Architectural Designer • Chicago, IL

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Results-driven architectural designer with hands-on experience delivering residential and large-scale corporate projects, including the landmark Infosys Hyderabad campus. Combines a strong command of parametric and BIM workflows — Rhino, Grasshopper, and Revit — with a keen eye for spatial quality and technical precision. Adept at translating complex design intent into compelling visualizations and fully coordinated drawing sets that minimize revision cycles and accelerate project delivery. Actively seeking full-time architectural design roles in the U.S. EDUCATION

Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago, IL

Master of Science, Architecture (M.S.Arch) GPA: 3.15 Expected Dec 2025 Hindustan Institute of Technology Chennai, India

Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) GPA: 3.5 May 2024 TECHNICAL SKILLS

Drafting: AutoCAD

3D Modeling: Revit Rhino Grasshopper SketchUp Blender Rendering: Lumion Enscape V-Ray

Plugins: Ladybug & Honeybee (Grasshopper) ComfyUI Other Tools: Adobe Creative Suite Microsoft Office PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Freelance Architect & Interior Designer Independent Practice — Hyderabad, India Jun 2023 – Dec 2024

Spearheaded conceptual design of a 1,900 sq. ft. custom residence — iterating massing, orientation, and layout options to optimize natural light, acoustic privacy, and family dynamics.

Delivered 15+ coordinated construction drawings and 6 photorealistic renders, reducing client revision cycles by 30% and accelerating project approvals.

Collaborated directly with contractors to resolve detailing and material challenges, maintaining design integrity within budget constraints throughout construction.

Architectural Intern SWBI Architects — Hyderabad, India Dec 2022 – May 2023

Contributed to design development of multiple Software Development Blocks at the Infosys Hyderabad campus — a high-profile corporate project — with a focus on public-space activation, privacy gradation, and intuitive pedestrian circulation.

Shaped executive and chairperson workspace layouts by testing furniture configurations to optimize function, spatial hierarchy, and visual coherence in client-facing environments.

Produced plans, elevations, and presentation packages for the Hyderabad Golf Association main and sports blocks, supporting internal design reviews and stakeholder approvals. HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS

1st Place — Model Making Competition, Hindustan Institute of Technology 2022

Recognized for Innovative Design Solutions in academic studio projects 2023

Commended for Leadership & Collaboration in multidisciplinary design studios 2023