Architecture student at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln with a background in Business Administration from Nebraska Wesleyan University. My expertise lies in optimizing organization, enhancing productivity, and fostering efficiency. I excel in task delegation, ensuring that project workflows are clearly defined, collaborative, and result-oriented. My ability to develop structured, actionable plans enables teams to achieve timely and impactful outcomes.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Rhino
Revit
InDesign
Illustrator
Twin Motion
Enscape
Microsoft
AWARDS
Spring 2022
CARLEY RUBENKING
EDUCATION
January 2022May 2025
January 2021May 2021
January 2021May 2021
May 2021July 2021
August 2021December 2021
August 2021December 2021
Bachelor of Science in Design - Architecture University of Nebraska - Lincoln, NE
GPA: 3.78
Principles of Marketing (BUSAD 2000)
Nebraska Wesleyan University - Lincoln, NE
Principles of Accounting I (ACCT 1310)
Nebraska Wesleyan University - Lincoln, NE
Principles of Accounting II (ACCT 1320)
Nebraska Wesleyan University - Lincoln, NE
Principles of Management (BUSAD 2500)
Nebraska Wesleyan University - Lincoln, NE
Macroeconomic Principles Course (ECON 1540)
Nebraska Wesleyan University - Lincoln, NE
EXPERIENCE
December 2024Present Le Quartier Bakery - Lincoln, NE
FOH / Barista
- Delivered quality customer service by answering inquiries and ensuring a welcoming environment, contributing to increased customer satisfaction.
- Prepared and served high-quality coffee and bakery items efficiently, maintaining cleanliness and adhering to food safety standards.
Fall 2022
Spring 2024
Dean’s List
University of NebraskaLincoln, College of Architecture. To qualify for the College of Architecture’s Dean’s List, students must earn a GPA of a 3.75 or higher.
Dean’s List
University of NebraskaLincoln, College of Architecture.
Dean’s List
University of NebraskaLincoln, College of Architecture.
May 2023December 2023
May 2022May 2023
Starbucks - Lincoln, NE
Barista
- Provided high-quality customer service by preparing orders, answering customer questions, and ensuring a positive experience for everyone who visited.
- Obtained quick and efficient work strategies while still providing customers with high quality products.
Patina Joe Boutique & Coffee - Waverly, NE
Barista, Baker, & Retail Clerk
- Provided excellent customer service in both the retail and coffee sections of the boutique.
- Hand crafted quality drinks and pastries.
- Created beneficial social media content to increase business.
OF CONTENTS TABLE
Western Plains Wellness Center | Collaborative Project | Fall 2024
Wellness Facility in Kimball, NE
Denver Experience | Collaborative Project | Spring 2024
Live-Work Catalyst in Denver, CO
Restaurant Residency | Collaborative Project | Spring 2023
Mixed Use Residential & Culinary Building in Lincoln, NE
WESTERN PLAINS WELLNESS CENTER
Collaborative Project with Delaney Martin & Zachary Irene Fall 2024 Kimball, NE
The Western Plains Wellness Center is a facility that embodies the principles of community, health, and a harmonious connection with nature. Nestled within the serene landscape of Gotte Park in Kimball, Nebraska, this wellness center offers a unique opportunity for individuals to experience rejuvenation and growth in a natural setting. The architectural concept seamlessly integrates wellness facilities, recreational spaces, and communal gathering areas, all carefully crafted to support the three foundational pillars of physical, social, and mental well-being.
The building design takes full advantage of its surrounding environment, fostering a strong relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces. Expansive windows, natural materials, and carefully curated landscaping create an immersive experience that encourages visitors to connect with the natural beauty of the park. Inside, the wellness center features state-of-the-art fitness areas, tranquil spaces for yoga and meditation, and inviting rooms for community programs and workshops.
The recreational components, including walking trails, open lawns, and outdoor activity zones, serve as extensions of the facility, encouraging active lifestyles and fostering a sense of belonging. Additionally, the center provides versatile spaces for group gatherings, workshops, and events, aiming to cultivate a vibrant and inclusive community spirit.
GROUND FLOOR + SITE
The city of Kimball was in desperate need of a multi-purpose facility where the community can workout, socialize, and host events. The Western Plains Wellness Center is aimed to do just that, in an elevated manner. This facility also has spaces where children can go and learn while parents are off working out, allowing both the children and parents to grow. Throughout the facility there are also many observing spots, where people can watch over activities happening in other spaces.
Main Elevators
Main Egress Stairs
GYM PERSPECTIVE
EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE
THE DENVER EXPERIENCE
Collaborative Project with Lauren Christopher Spring 2024
Denver, CO
The Denver Experience investigates the concept of Live-Work Catalysts, which are becoming more prevalent in today’s society. These are spaces that seamlessly blend co-living and coworking by reimagining the physical and psychological boundaries of traditional working and living environments. The goal of this project is to promote connection, collaboration, and innovation while also prioritizing opportunities for reflection, relaxation, and restoration. Within this particular Live-Work Catalyst boundaries are envisioned as fluid, adaptable elements that balance community interaction with personal privacy.
SIXTH FLOOR PLAN
The target users for the Denver Experience are young entrepreneurs relocating to Denver, Colorado, seeking to build friendships, foster a sense of community, and launch their businesses. Our goal was to design a co-living/coworking space that facilitates networking, collaboration, and community building while immersing newcomers in Denver’s vibrant culture. The design emphasizes seamless transitions between public and private spaces, with indoor and outdoor connections offering city views and strategically placed programs to encourage engagement and integration.
Co-Working
Private Working
Co-Living
Private Living
Laundry
Janitorial
INTERIOR CO-LIVING INSIDE BRIDGE PERSPECTIVE
EXTERIOR CO-LIVING ON BRIDGE PERSPECTIVE
A. 30’-0” Long IV B Glulam Beams
B. 30’-0“ Long IV C Glulam Beams
C. 1’-0”x1’ -0“ Glulam Columns
D. 8” Deep Shear Concrete Wall
E. 3’-0” Deep Footing
F. Piles
145’-8”
190’-0”
112’-0”
144’-0”
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RESTAURANT RESIDENCY
Collaborative Project with Ian Hogeland Spring 2023
Lincoln, NE
The Restaurant Residency is a collaborative project that merges culinary and residential experiences within a single-mixed use building. The design accommodates a rotating cohort of three chefs from around the world, providing a space where they can not only cook for guests but also live and learn together. The building fosters an environment of creative exchange and shared growth, blurring the boundaries between professional and personal spaces.
At the ground level, a separate entrance leads to the chefs’ private residential area, creating a sense of distinction and privacy. Visitors enter through the main entrance, greeted by an indoor garden that promotes a farm-to-table philosophy. A wooden ramp guides guests past the open kitchen, offering glimpses of the behind-the-scenes culinary process. The dining area provides views of the city, with both indoor seating and an outdoor terrace for an enhanced dining experience that seamlessly connects the urban and natural environments.
