Sharon Cunningham

Developed architectural skills in collaborative and fast-paced design environment, demonstrating strong project management and creative problem-solving abilities. Skilled in client communication and proficient in computer-aided design software. Seeking to transition these abilities into new field, aiming to bring innovative solutions and contribute effectively to team success.

Private Residential Renovation - Design Support
Garden City, NY 

2021–2023

• Assisted in the redesign of a private residence following a fire-related interior gut renovation
• Developed layout studies, furnishing plans, and interior design proposals to support discussions with the project architect and homeowners
• Contributed design ideas including the removal of select interior walls and reconfiguration of circulation, including staircase relocation
• Prepared drawings, models, and visual references used during design coordination with the architect

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Enhancing the East River Power Plant with On-Site Filtration:

Adaptive reuse project that enhances the East River Power Plant by integrating an on-site water filtration system into its existing industrial infrastructure to improve river water quality.

Rewiring the Bronx: 

Urban design group project proposing transformation of the Cross Bronx Expressway into a clean-energy and community corridor.

Presidential Honors List, NYIT

Recognized for academic excellence and maintaining a high GPA.

Fall 2022 - Fall 2025

Cross Bronx Expressway Urban Design Competition, NYIT

Zone 4/5 Winner (Group Project) 2025

Popular Choice Award

Voted by students of Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School

(Group Project) 2025

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