DY SOPHEAK
Silver Spring,USA
Summary
Designing environmentally responsible spaces that balance beauty, performance, and impact, where sustainability drives every decision. Seeking an interior design, architecture, or research assistant role focused on human-centered, research-informed, and ecologically mindful design.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Student Researcher
The Catholic University of America (Part-Time)
Washington, D.C.
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Conducted research, analyzed findings, and applied results toward thesis development while preparing progress reports and proposals.
- Collaborated regularly with advisors and research teams, incorporating feedback to refine and improve the work.
Associate Landscape Architect
Landscape Development Co., Ltd
Moscow, Russia
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Prepared site plans, specifications, and project estimates to support landscape design and construction documentation.
- Developed bid and quote packages, presented estimates to clients, and managed follow-up on sales leads while designing projects using both computer-aided software and hand drafting, and selecting appropriate materials for landscape applications.
Interior Designer
Studio Reroom, Ltd (Part-Time)
Moscow, Russia
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Developed design concepts and produced contract documents aligned with client needs while conducting accurate as-built measurements for floor plans and elevations.
- Created digital presentations with finish selections and managed project budgets while maintaining up-to-date documentation throughout all project phases.
Teaching Assistant
State University of Land Use and Planning (Part-Time)
Moscow, Russia
10.2018 - 05.2022
- Assisted teachers in developing lesson plans incorporating architectural projects, graphics, interior design, and architectural programming while preparing instructional materials for classes.
- Supported small groups and individual students, including those with learning challenges, by reinforcing classroom content and enhancing understanding of course material.
Interior Designer
Studio IP Sukhodolskaya Elina
Moscow, Russia
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Worked with clients to define initial goals and spatial requirements while collaborating with architects, engineers, painters, and builders to ensure functional and aesthetic alignment of interior spaces.
- Prepared sketches and visual presentations to communicate preliminary concepts and used design software to develop and illustrate final plans, along with performing additional project-related duties as assigned.
Architect
Phnom Penh Land Development Co., Ltd
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Produced conceptual plans, renderings, and design documentation while planning project layouts and integrating engineering elements into designs for client review and approval.
- Collaborated with the project manager and director of architecture, and assisted in directing and reviewing the work of team members preparing drawings and specifications across conceptual, schematic, and detailed design phases.
Education
Master of Architecture - Technology and Media in Architecture and Interiors
The Catholic University of America
Washington, D.C12-2026
Researcher Program of Architecture - Doctor of Philosophy – PhD, Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology
Moscow Architectural Institute (State Academy) (MARCHI)
Moscow, Russia06-2022
PhD Program of Architecture - undefined
State University of Land Use and Planning
Moscow, Russia06-2017
Specialty of Architecture - Architecture
Tambov State Technical University
Tambov, Russia06-2014
Skills
- Interior Design: Interior Design Certification from the International Academy of Expertise and Evaluation
- Interior Design: Interior Design Certification from New Skill Academy
- Architectural Program: Able to use many architectural programs such as Archicad, Revit, Autocad, SketchUp, Rhino, 3Ds Max, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite
- Microsoft Office: Able to use Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint
- Languages: English, Russian, Khmer, Thai, Chinese
Personal Biography Summary
An emerging architectural professional with an international background, I am currently pursuing a Master of Architecture at The Catholic University of America, focusing on Technology and Media in Architecture and Interiors. With prior academic training at Moscow Architectural Institute and State University of Land Use and Planning, I bring a strong research-driven and analytical approach to design. My professional experience spans landscape architecture and interior design, Complemented by teaching assistant experience demonstrating a commitment to mentorship. I am able to combine technical expertise, creativity, and research to develop thoughtful architectural solutions.
Professional Accomplishments
International network scientific and Practical conference, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, 2020
● Certificate of participation of scientific conference: 'International network scientific and Practical conference of universities of the Russian-Kyrgyz Consortium of Technical Universities (RCSTU). Integration processes in the scientific, technical, and educational space.
IX International Scientific and Practical Conference, Warsaw, Poland, 2018
● Certificate of participation of scientific conference: 'IX International Scientific and Practical Conference. The science. Society. Business'.
All-Russian Scientific and Practical Conference, Moscow, Russia, 2017
● Certificate of participation of scientific conference: 'All-Russian Scientific and Practical Conference. The scientific, pedagogical, and cultural heritage of the Russian Boundary School.
Moscow Scientific and Practical Conference, Moscow, Russia, 2016
● Certificate of participation of scientific conference: 'Moscow Scientific and Practical Conference (Student Science).
Land management science and education in Russia and abroad Conference, Moscow, Russia, 2015
● Certificate of participation of scientific and practical conference: 'Land management science and education in Russia and abroad' and 'Modern aspects of solving urgent problems of land use'.
Timeline
Graduate Student Researcher
The Catholic University of America (Part-Time)
05.2025 - 12.2025
Associate Landscape Architect
Landscape Development Co., Ltd
09.2021 - 12.2022
Interior Designer
Studio Reroom, Ltd (Part-Time)
01.2021 - 12.2022
Interior Designer
Studio IP Sukhodolskaya Elina
01.2020 - 12.2020
Teaching Assistant
State University of Land Use and Planning (Part-Time)
10.2018 - 05.2022
Architect
Phnom Penh Land Development Co., Ltd
01.2018 - 10.2018
Researcher Program of Architecture - Doctor of Philosophy – PhD, Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology
Moscow Architectural Institute (State Academy) (MARCHI)
PhD Program of Architecture - undefined
State University of Land Use and Planning
Specialty of Architecture - Architecture
Tambov State Technical University
Master of Architecture - Technology and Media in Architecture and Interiors
The Catholic University of America