Cecilia Bartter she/they
Throughout the development of my design career I found myself enamored with the inherent beauty found in light and nature. I poured into garden design, xeriscaping, and material to imbue an idyllic ambiance in each project. I aim to look to nature as the ultimate precedent and weave historical context with ecological practices to form buildings that are healthy for both the occupant and the world. I also have a strong focus on the ability to communicate the dogmatic architectural jargon in a way that is clear and understandable to the general public, the people architects should be designing for.
M.ARCH/M.UD // Kent State University // College of Arch and Env. Design
2024-2026 (Kent and Cleveland, Ohio) diploma expected December 2026
Currently pursuing a dual Masters of Architecture and a Masters of Urban Design. Education and research focuses on anti-anthropocentric design, queer design, architecture and the political economy, and nature.
B.S. Architecture // Kent State University // College of Arch and Env. Design 2020-2024 (Kent, Ohio)
Graduated Cum Laude and with honors. Took a minor in Architectural History. Awarded dean’s list for seven semesters and participated in extracurriculars including marching band and orchestra, as well as school jobs such as being a course assistant and writing for an on-school magazine.
High School Diploma // Gahanna Lincoln High School 2015-2020 (Gahanna, Ohio)
Participated in several extracurriculars including marching band, jazz band, concert band, and theater. Recipient of the President’s Education Award and served on band council. Also attended the Eastland-Fairfield Technical Career Center and recieved a certificate of completion for the Architecture and Construction Management program (attended 2017-2020).
Work Experience
Professor’s Assistant // Kent State University // College of Arch and Env. Design
Aug-Dec 2024 (Kent, Ohio)
Assisted a professor with daily lecture course needs for an Architectural History course and guided students towards smart learning objectives. Properly assessed assignments and informed students on both success and shortcomings. Participated in forms of tutoring and mentoring to help students achieve their full potential, as well as assisted with faculty-led research
Social Media and Outreach // Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative
Sept 2023-June 2024 (Cleveland, Ohio)
Curated detailed and aesthetically pleasing social media posts, along with kept an easily accessible website up to date. Produced timely content in accordance with deadlines. Interacted with community members to provide proper information and help develop projects that benefited the population.
Cashier - Server - Baker // The Patio Restaurant
May-Aug 2021-2024 (Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio)
Summer job for four years. Held multiple positions including heavy customer service with standard wait staff duties and food preparation requiring extreme personal responsibility and incredible time management. Trained new employees and ran social media activities.
Writer // Fusion Magazine
Jan-May 2023 (Kent, Ohio)
Researched current events and conducted interviews to write compelling news articles about queer specific events. Learned skills in citation, copy writing, interviewing, and journalism.
Awards and Achievements
JAE Publication // Journal of Architecture Education 2024
Cum Laude // Kent State University 2024
Dean’s List // Kent State University 2020, 21, 22, 23, 24
Hiveline // CAED X Gallery 2023
Moving Mainstreｅt // CAED X Gallery 2022
Glymverg // CAED X Gallery 2021
President’s Education Award // Dept. of Education 2020
Eagle Scout // Boy Scouts of America 2020
Fabrication Skills //
// 3D printing, Laser Cutting, CNC Milling, Hand Drafting and Sketching, Wood Shop
Adobe Software Suite //
// Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom, Firefly, Premiere Pro
Microsoft Programs //
// Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office, Outlook, Windows
3D Modeling //
// Rhinoceros3D, Grasshopper, Auto Desk Library, Revit, Maya Analysis //
// Cove.tool, ArcGIS, Climate Consultant
Rendering //
// V-Ray, Enscape, Lumion, Adobe Substance
Other Skills //
// Journalism, Writing, Photography, Critique and Discourse, A.I. Utilization, Canva, Social Media Skills
Soft Skills //
Leadership/Affiliation Skills
// Time Management, Leadership, Public Speaking, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Friendliness, Organization, Confidence, Attention to Detail
ALD // Member 2020-24
Boy Scouts of America // Member, Senior Patrol Leader 2012-20
Marching Golden Flashes // Member 2020-21
Marching Golden Lions // Member, Band Council President 2015-20
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Contact
Phone // 1.614.403.1406 Instagram // @extremophile.design Email // ceciliabartter@gmail.com
