Rebecca John
Architectural Designer
Motivated architectural designer with a strong foundation in sustainable design, urban research, and spatial planning. My work translates ideas into spaces that connect with their environment, serve their communities, and express a conscious use of materiality. I’m inspired by projects that unite material craft, environmental awareness, and community connection, where I can grow through mentorship and contribute to thoughtful design.
Education
• Master of Science in Architecture and Urban Design – The University of California, Los Angeles (2024-2025)
• Bachelor of Architecture – The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art (2018-2024)
Core Skills
• Architectural and urban design development
• Spatial planning and site analysis
• Sustainable and climate-responsive design strategies
• Research-driven and community-centered design approach
• Design communication and visual storytelling
• Interdisciplinary approach and coordination
• Team collaboration and project organization
• Client engagement and presentation design
Design & Modeling
• ArcGIS
• Microsoft Office
• Revit
• Rhino/Grasshopper
• Sketchup
Rendering & Visualization
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Blender
• Enscape
• Stable Diffusion
• Twinmotion
• Vray
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Work Experience
Cooper Union Public Programs Events and Lectures
Student Editor/ AV Assistant Aug 2022 – Jun 2024
• Utilized Adobe Premiere to edit and publish lectures on public platforms
• Provided AV support during Cooper Union Public Programs events and lectures, including managing equipment, facilitating events and Zoom call facilitation
• Coordinated scheduling among student assistants
ATL Architects Ltd.
Architecture Intern Jun 2023 – Jul 2023
• Collaborated with project teams and received mentorship from senior architects through design phases
• Assisted in preparing architectural drawings and construction documents for residential and commercial projects
• Conducted site visits, participated in client meetings, and authored detailed site observation reports
Menschel Fellowship Grant Exhibition: The Material Ecology of Mycelium
Researcher and Curator Mar 2022 – Mar 2023
• Conducted a year long research and fabrication on the material ecology of mycelium
• Curated an interactive exhibition experience for public education and enjoyment
• Produced a series of visual representations, including, drawings, maps, photographs, and research diagrams, utilizing Rhino, Illustrator, and Photoshop to depict the temporal journey of Mycelium
Contact Houston, TX beccaajohnn@gmail.com