BERK ORAL
berk20@vt.edu q https://www.linkedin.com/in/berkoral
SKILLS
PROFILE
Rhinoceros 3D
Having lived across diverse cultures in Turkey, Bulgaria, and Russia, I view architecture as a medium that connects the past to the present, bridging the gap between memory, culture, and the physical world.
Autodesk Revit Autodesk AutoCAD Adobe Creative Suite Physical and Digital Fabrication Project Coordination
Now, as I approach the end of my academic journey at Virginia Tech, I am driven by the possibility of continual growth and discovery. My 3.98 GPA and top 3% major rank reflect my dedication, while my passion for learning propels me to explore the potential of architecture in ever more meaningful ways.
EXPERIENCE
Construction Inspection
Architectural Intern
05/2024 - 08/2024 San Diego, CA
Meeting Management
RNT Architects
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
With over 100 design awards from the AIA and a monograph published in Italy, RNT embraces its location on the Pacific Rim, combining the diverse cultures of Japan, China, California, and the American West.
Clark Nexsen Architecture Scholarship Participated in the 4th Year Integrative Studio Competition (18/126) Dean's List 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Year Featured on Virginia Tech Daily News Featured on the Virginia Tech School of Architecture Website and Social Media Platforms Honors College Norrine Bailey Spencer Strong Start Honoree High Academic Honor Exemplary Student Award
• Assisted design teams in schematic design (SD) and design development (DD) phases. • Built models and conducted research for various projects. • Contributed design proposals during meetings.
CDR/Payette Open Lab Payette
08/2023 - 12/2023 Boston, MA
Through an integrative design studio, fabrication seminar, and professional practice course, the studio offers the experience of working in an architecture firm and introduces the concept of Research as Practice. The prompt focused on Boston’s North End and the narrative of site and place. • Attended project meetings and construction site visits with contractors, gaining hands-on experience in project coordination. • Engaged in professional practice courses with a focus on Research as Practice. • Studied typologies of urban infills and sliver buildings within the historic fabric of Boston’s North End.
Architectural Intern Yüksel Proje
06/2023 - 07/2023 Ankara, Turkey
Worked with a team of architects in the R&D department of Yüksel Proje, the largest engineering and consultancy firm in Turkey. • Updated and corrected Revit models and AutoCAD drawings. • Collaborated with the R&D and engineering teams on architectural revisions. • Coordinated with project teams to ensure design accuracy.
LANGUAGES Turkish
Native
Russian
Native
English
Native
STRENGTHS Strong Design Foundation Strong academic performance with a focus on innovative design.
Cross-Cultural Design Approach International experience integrating global perspectives with local context.
Comprehensive Technical Skill Set Proficient in digital tools and fabrication, from design development to final model production.
EDUCATION Bachelor of Architecture - B.Arch. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
08/2020 - 05/2025 Blacksburg, VA
GPA 3.98 / 4.0
International Baccalaureate and Ministry of Education Diplomas İDV Özel Bilkent Highschool
09/2016 - 06/2020 Ankara, Turkey