
Pre-Thesis self evaluation, M.A.A.D 26'
Vaibhav
Panchal
Architecture + Design | MAAD candidate
Design Technologist

Keen Interest in exploring more about new and different aspects of architecture along with subconsciously learning from the past. Always open and optimistic about changes and adaptation.
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Excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills with the ability to work efficiently both individually and within a team environment whilst adhering to strict deadlines for all aspects of the work that is produced.
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Strong knowledge of the cognitive design process, as well as the proper software knowledge required to convey it.

Education
Master's of Advanced Architecture Design
Carnegie Mellon Architecture, 2024-26
The Master of Advanced Architectural Design (MAAD) is a post-graduate, studio based program that engages emerging methods of design and fabrication, through architectural design, to speculate upon future modes of architectural practice, enhanced construction methods, and alternative material manifestations within the built environment.
Bachelors of Architecture
Pillai's College of Architecture, 2016-2021
A five-year full-time on-campus course that includes design and planning, arts and humanities, sciences and technologies, practice, and management components.
(Accredited Licensed Program)

Professional
Generative Modeling (48-783) - TA
Carnegie Mellon Architecture, Aug- Dec 24'
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of generative modeling using computer aided design as practiced in the field of architecture. Core competencies are developed through modeling projects and software intensive labs, while a broader critical framework for conceiving of contemporary and historical parametric practices is encouraged through periodic lectures.
Project Architect
Daisaria Associates Jun 2021 - Oct 2023 (BOM)
The role included key on-site project coordination for construction initiatives. Major responsibilities involved overseeing and managing project deliverables on site with the help of supervised junior staff. Beyond coordination efforts, active participation occurred in project pitches, contributing creative architectural concepts and designs to win new business.
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Additional responsibilities included training team members on visualization techniques to showcase innovative building plans for seamless presentations. For projects requiring complex facades or structures, the role expanded to technical designer, coordinating closely with fabricators and facade consultants to ensure constructability and design intent.
Architectural Design Intern
Daisaria Associates Dec 2019 - Mar 2020 (BOM)
My duties included assisting with construction drawings and participating in architectural design competitions. I gained valuable exposure to many facets of the architecture field while honing my skills in architectural visualizations intended to showcase proposed buildings and spaces. Throughout the internship, I aimed to fully engage with every task assigned to me to learn as much as possible about the architectural profession.

Skills
Computational Thinking
Softwares : Rhino 3D, Grasshopper, Python, Blender
Architectural Robotics
Softwares : Robot Studio, Rhino 3D, Grasshopper
Critical Thinking & Arch-Viz
Readings and Narrative storytelling via Arch Viz
Softwares : Adobe Suite, Render Machines - Vray, D5, Lumion
Biomaterial Research and explorations
Lifecycle analysis, 3D Lidar Scanning, Data Collection, Material Analysis, Material Computation
Technical Drawings & BIM Documentation
Softwares : Revit Architecture, AutoCAD
Team work
Academic and professional environments
License and Certifications
Honors and Awards
Scholarships
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Carnegie Mellon Architecture Merit Scholarship
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MAPS Awardee Fall 2024
Architectural Competitions awards
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Top 50 - Women’s Pavilion 2021, Issued by Volume Zero · Feb 2022
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Jury Commendation - Issued by Transparence 15.0 - Ethos · Feb 2021
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Special Mention - The City Link, Issued by UNI · May 2020
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TRU Project - Architectural Competition - Published in Architectural Digest
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