I am Dhruvi and an enthusiastic architecture student. Architecture, to me, is more than just creating spaces—it’s about shaping experiences and forging connections between people, places, and time. This portfolio reflects my curiosity and commitment to pushing design boundaries, exploring the interaction of light, material, and form. Each project represents my drive to craft spaces that are both innovative and deeply connected to their context, blending functionality with a thoughtful, emotional resonance. This is my journey as an architecture student, exploring ideas and redefining spaces.
Education./
2019-2021
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SKUM School, Ahemdabad, INDIA
2022-2024
Advance Diploma in Architectural Technology, George Brown College, Toronto, CANADA
.Crafted Suites with thoughtful design with optimal comfort, accessible features, advanced technology, sustainable features and energy- efficient features.
.Worked closely with group memebers to ensure smooth incorporation of interior design elements throughout the design process.
Junior Design Intern
Bhanwar Rathore Design Studio (BRDS), India
. Created 2D drawings of floor plans, sections using AutoCAD.
.Performed research for lead architect on specifications, materials, building codes.
.Contributed to the preparation of construction documents and specifications.
Design Trainee, Skyblue Associates, India
. Contributed to the construction of physical models for design projects.
.Worked directly with team lead to understand and fulfill specific needs, providing customized design solutions that matched the requirements, and used software such as AutoCAD and basic Revit tools to produce precise design plans.
. Twinmotion
. Dynamo
. Recap Pro
. BIM
. Adobe Indesign
Lanuguages./
. English
. Hindi
. Gujarati
Certifications./
. NATA (National Aptitiude Test In Architecture)
Interests./
. Acting
. Painting
. Fashion
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Portfolio| Dhruvi Rathod
Hiraeth Condos
Typology: Highrise- Residential Building
Location: Mechants Wharf and Queens Quay E
We have meticulously crafted our suites to provide an inspiring and inclusive environment. With thoughtful design, it offers open and free spaces for optimal comfort. The accessible features include wide doorways and user-friendly fixtures. It also integrates advanced technology for added convenience.
Sharp waves are added to create a futuristic vibe, seamlessly blending innovation with the natural surroundings. .02
CONDOMINIUM: IN TORONTO WARD: TORONTO CENTRE - ROSEDALE
LOCATION: ON MERCHANT’S WHARF, TORONTO, ONTARIO. NEXT TO SHERBOURNE PARK
ZONING DESIGNATION: COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
ZONING BY LAW: 438-86 (R1+ R2)
BUILDING CLASSIFICATION: GROUP C (RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCY) GROUP E (COMMERCIAL OCCUPANCIES GROUP F3 (PARKING SPACES)
LANDSCAPE: ALLOWED: N/A PROPOSED: 10.05 sq.m
OVERAL SITE AREA: 5176.3 sq. m MAX. COVERAGE: ALLOWED: 60% PROPOSED: 40%
MAX. BUILDING HEIGHT ALLOWED: 38 m PROPOSED: 35.8 m
SETBACKS: NORTH SETBACK: REQUIRED: N/A PROPOSED: 3.8 m SOUTH SETBACK: REQUIRED: 5 m PROPOSED: 5 m WEST SETBACK: REQUIRED: N/A PROPOSED: 12.42 m EAST SETBACK: REQUIRED: 5 m PROPOSED: 52.16 m
3. INDIGENOUS TREES AND VEGETATION USE OF BIOPHILIC ELEMENTS TO REDUCE CARBON FOTPRINT AND TO HELP THE ENVIRONMENT.
4. PUBLIC GREENHOUSE TO PRESERVE
Portfolio| Dhruvi Rathod
Interior Renders
Portfolio| Dhruvi Rathod
Typology: Residential Units
Markham Legacy Lofts
Location: Woodbine Avenue and Victoria Sqaure E
This residential project is a prime example of how timeless architecture can merge seamlessly with modern design.
This is a two-story detached home combines old-world charm with contemporary accents, offering a fresh yet familiar look.
The entrance, the use of wood and glass adds a touch of sophistication, creating an inviting and welcoming feel. Morever the exterior highlights a captivating mix of red brick and detailed stonework.
The building incorporates eco-friendly elements, such as high-performance windows, effective insulation, and energy-efficient appliances, fostering sustainability while cutting down on energy expenses.
FSC-certified timber were used in the building’s construction. Our design is adaptable and flexible, allowing for changes and adjustments as needs and technologies evolve. To summarize our structure is both functional and inspiring, meeting the needs of its occupants while promoting sustainability, social connectivity, and environmental responsibility.
Our structure has four architectural design details. Curvilinear roof which conveys dynamism and fluidity.
Curtain walls enable unobstructed views of a building’s interior and exterior, creating a visually striking effect that allows visitors to perceive both simultaneously.
A curved roof facade that greatly impacts a building’s visual appeal and functionality.
• An unobstructed vantage point from the second floor which provides visitors a panoramic view of the entire building’s interior.
Aurora Car Dealership
Typology: Commercial Building
Location: Toronto, Ontario
A automotive car dealership commerical designedwith 2-storey office area.
The objective was to incorporate creative elements that promote a connection between the occupants and the natural environment. The building’s innovative and one of the most attractive feature is the curvilinear roof structure which conveys motion and fluidity. The structure has an open layout with high ceilings and lots of natural light.
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Wooden Doors are used for exterior and interior doors.
https://www.oldewoodltd.com/galleries/barn
RECLAIMED WOOD
WOODEN DOORS
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Manufacturer- Oldwood.co
FIBERGLASS WINDOWS
Model Number – BS112, BS101, BS122, BS151, BS108. Reclaimed Wood is used for interior walls.
FIBERGLASS WINDOWS
Manufacturer- Inline Fiberglass
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Model Number- 300, 400, 800 Series
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FIRST FLOOR FRAMING SECOND FLOOR
FIRST FLOOR FRAMING SECOND FLOOR FRAMING
Portfolio| Dhruvi Rathod
Mass timber Construction
Typology: Commercial Building
Location: Not Specific
A key focus of the this project is on developing architectural and structural plans from the ground up.
This three-story commercial building is supported by a glulam post-and-beam framework, with floor panels made of cross-laminated timber spanning between the structural beams. To strengthen the overall stability, E-ply shear walls are carefully placed along the perimeter of the structure and around the stair and elevator cores.
Portfolio| Dhruvi Rathod
Portfolio| Dhruvi Rathod
A warehouse designed with 2-storey office area with accomodation of 45 people.
The objective was to incorporate three distinct wall materials while maximising the use of space. Receiving, storage, and shipping were the three major divisions of the functional warehouse. For the storage area, concrete block walls were used with a rough finish, glass walls for the two-story office area, and metal panel walls for the receiving and shipping sections.
As sustainability is the main feature, the flooring is made from cork. While the interior walls are made from rammed earth and has grasscloth wall covering which is environmentally sustainable material. The interior walls also compose of ceramic tiles. The windows have greenhouse glass panels with 4.033 resistivity. IT even has good solar heat gain of 0.367. The exterior of the centre is made from bark siding as it is heat-sterilized against fungal spores and insect larvae, without pesticides or harmful chemicals.
Hillcrest Community
Typology: Commerical Building
Location: Not Specific
This Project leans more on sustainability as it plays a key role to maintain biological diversity. Material such as bark, wood ,cork, ceramic are used to build a centre which has a sloped roof with solar panels installed to improve ventilation and with a green flat roof that helps to improve insulation values and control rainwater run off. Designed with bark siding to maintain balance with natural surrounding and keeping ventilation healthy.
Software Used: Revit, SketchUp
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Portfolio| Dhruvi Rathod
Floor Plan
Concept Statement:- Sustainability plays a key role to maintain biological diversity. Material such as bark, wood ,cork, ceramic are used to build a which has a sloped roof with solar panels installed to improve ventilation and with a green flat roof that helps to improve insulation values and control rainwater run off. Designed with bark siding to maintain balance with natural surrounding and keeping ventilation healthy. CERAMIC TILES COMPOSTING
SLIDING
BARK SIDING
THE HILLCREST COMMUNITY SCHOOL NATURE CENTRE
Sustainability plays a key role to maintain biological diversity. Material such as bark, wood ,cork, ceramic are used to build a which has a sloped roof with solar panels installed to improve ventilation and with a green flat roof that helps to improve insulation values and control rainwater run off. Designed with bark siding to maintain balance
COMPOSTING
DOOR SITE
and control rainwater run off. Designed with bark siding to maintain with natural surrounding and keeping ventilation healthy.
TRIPLE GLAZED WIDNOWS
QUARTZ FLOORING FLOORING
SLIDING DOOR WITH GREENHOUSE GLASS PANELS
POLY ISO INSULTAION
POLY ISO INSULTAION
Portfolio| Dhruvi Rathod
Point Cloud Project
Typology: Residential Unit
Location: Not Specific
A prominent building project was created by enhancing and processing point cloud. By carefully organizing and refining the information, I produced detailed Revit models, forming a critical basis for the design and construction stages. This project offered valuable insights when scanned data was converted into complete architectural plans.
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Software Used: Revit, Recap Pro
Dyanmo Projects
Here are a selection of my academic projects utilizing Dynamo.By employing dynamic or adaptive techniques through Dynamo, a vast array of design options can be explored, allowing the structure to respond effectively to environmental and contextual factors. Modernist design makes it easy to adjust and refine the facade as design needs change. Using different nodes, it is possible to create detailed and unique facade patterns and elements that would be labor-intensive or difficult to produce manually.
