Sonia Smolyar

EE&K Architects

01.2006 - 02.2009

Worked in all phases of construction and building processes, including pre-schematic and schematic design, design development and production of construction documents; in architectural and urban design projects
Produced detailed physical and digital 3D models for design development, presentation and execution of architectural and urban design projects
Consistently met deadlines while managing multiple projects simultaneously through effective time management skills.
Designed and drafted project blueprints.
Developed innovative design concepts, contributing to successful architectural projects.
Prepared competition entries for potential projects, analyzing the existing conditions and formulating problems that need to be solved and goals that need to be met, conducting precedent studies and drawing various diagrams describing the thought process behind the proposals
Analyzed new urban developments according to existing land use, massing and zoning
Conducted feasibility studies to determine new developments in association with proposed and existing transit routes for light rails, subways, buses and ferries
Researched Transit Oriented Development
Contributed to sustainable designs by integrating energy-efficient materials and technologies
Worked on preserving architecture and its long term effects on the urban context
Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of emerging trends in architecture and design.

School of Architecture, University of Maryland

08.2005 - 01.2006

Taught the following course: ARCH242 Basic Architectural Drawing; (3 credits) For ARCH majors only
Conducted a laboratory session (2 hours) once a week – explained material, drew with students, offered critique, took field trips, assisted Professor L.Escobal during weekly lecture, met with students individually – total of 10 hours a week
Course description: The study of drawing as a learned skill, with emphasis on observation, documentation, analysis, and synthesis
This introductory course immerses students in the conventions of architectural drawing (orthographic, isometric, axonometric views, and linear perspective) primarily through freehand drawing

EE&K Architects

06.2005 - 08.2005

Developed 3D renderings and presentation materials for client meetings, aiding in the visualization of proposed designs.
Contributed to construction document production, ensuring accuracy and adherence to building codes and regulations.
Conducted site visits to monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
Assisted in the development of design concepts, translating client requirements into functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces.
Supported senior architects in schematic design phase, refining ideas through sketches and digital models.
Refined conceptual designs into detailed plans by adding floor plans, elevations and section drawings.

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