I’m a designer currently pursuing my Bachelor of Architectural Studies at the University of Waterloo. Through architecture, I’m drawn to exploring the possibilities for sustainable practices at various scales. I’m fascinated by how sustainable design can impact both the environment and human psychology, and I love diving into the technical side of architecture, especially building science and construction details.
Right now, I’m also working towards becoming a LEED Green Associate.
One initiative I’m especially excited about is the Architects Against Housing Alienation campaign. We’ve had the opportunity to advocate for housing and land rights through the Canadian pavilion at the 2023 Venice Biennale, where we brought attention to these issues on an international stage.
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Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, Boston, MA — Building Technology Intern
January 2024 - April 2024
Worked on various projects with multiple supervisors. Worked on Construction Administration with in-field involvement which included site visits, water and pressure tests, and surveys. Additionally, worked on drafting, building analyisis and reports.
Savic Homes, Kitchener, ON — Architectural Assistant
May 2023 - August 2023
Contributed to the team’s CAD work. Assisted with drafting floorplans and assembly details in Revit and AutoCAD. Additionally helped create document set for permit and developer approval.
StudioV Architecture, New York, NY — Architectural Intern
September 2022 - December 2022
Worked in small team based projects. Effectively managed time between various task such as making client meeting and proposal drawings to technical architecural drawings such as RCP and electrical plans for the Construction Document set.
DuVive LLC, Gladwyne, PA — Architectural Assistant
January 2022 - April 2022
Worked on design details, schematic drawings and 3D visualization of a high-end residential project. CAD sofware such as Revit and Rhinoceros 3Worked directly with the principal to create effective design soultions.
ZAS Architects, Toronto, ON — CADD operator
July 2019 - August 2019
AutoCAD
Revit
Inventor
Collaborated with colleagues to create architectural components on CAD software Revit. Took on administrative tasks such as organizing project proposal paperworks. Effectively interacted with clients and suppliers when on reception duty.
Rhinoceros 3D
EDUCATION
University of Waterloo, School of Architecture, Cambridge, ON — B.A.S
September 2020 - August 2025
DESIGN EXPERIENCE
Architects Against Housing Alienation, Venice, VE — La Biennale di Venezia
Sep 2023 - Present
In Partnership with University of Waterloo and University of British Colombia. As a student advocate, researched, designed and proposed ideas to address the housing crisis in Canada.
University of Waterloo, Cambridge, ON — ARCH 285
May 2022 - August 2022
A second year course elective in collaboration with Grand studio. This group initiative was an opportunity to learn hands-on skills in various parts of construction. The intent of this project is to showcase architecture as an accessible means for those who are experiencing homelessness in marginalized communities. Was submitted to the City of Cambridge fall of 2022.
Carleton University, Ottawa, ON — Imagine Architecture LAB 101
July 2018
One week practical in-person workshop on architecture. Learned about sketches, building materials, architectural drawings followed by practice sessions. Students were taught to professionally create a model of their design and showcase it for curation.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
SKILLS
AutoCAD
InDesgin
Revit
Adobe Illustrator
Inventor
Photoshop
3D
Rhinoceros 3D
Photoshop
3D
InDesgin
InDesgin Adobe Illustrator
Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator Photoshop AutoCAD
Active Listener, Quick learner, Resourceful, Collaborative ACHIEVEMENTS
Excellent academic standing (2020- present)
Ontario Scholar (2020)
Sir/Madam,
May 3, 2022
I am writing this letter of reference for Grishaa Ganesh, who interned with me for one coop semester from January through April of 2022.
I was extremely pleased with Grishaa’s design skills, which exceeded what I expected from a second year architectural student. I typically work with experienced luxury designers and architects, and Grishaa ended up working on aspects of a luxury residential project I would normally expect a more seasoned designer to tackle. She was primarily involved in developing interior design details, modeling the plan in Rhino, producing renderings in Enscape, and modifying the schematic design and construction details in Revit.
She worked remotely, communicating with me via phone, email, and Zoom. She demonstrated good discipline in working remotely and had the ability to take a conceptual discussion and realize it with multiple proposed design solutions. I came to rely on her design judgement in helping me choose between competing solutions, a bonus I did not expect when I hired her.
She also had a good attitude and was always pleasant to work with, and I am confident she would work well in a larger team environment. I worked on this project with Grishaa and Abby Schwartz, an experienced residential architect who I frequently collaborate with, and I am confident Abby would recommend her highly as well as Abby repeatedly commented on how impressed she was by her skill as a 2nd year. Since Abby has a great deal of experience with students as an adjunct professor at Moore College of Art & Design I believe her judgement is meaningful.
I have told Grishaa that I would be interested in hiring her for future coop terms but I am offering this reference with the knowledge that she needs to choose the coop opportunity that best aligns with her education and goals. Please feel free to call me if you wish to discuss my experience, but I have no hesitation in offering my recommendation.
Marc Duvivier President
Re: Letter of Recommendation - Grishaa Ganesh
STUDIO V is an award-winning, research-driven architectural and urban design practice based in New York City. Our work is diverse and encompasses a range of complex and mixed-use urban projects including arts, cultural, residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, hospitality, and mixed use.
To Whom It May Concern:
As a student intern from September 2022 to December 2022, Grishaa was a valued member and engaged closely with our team of designers and architects. She exhibited enthusiasm, a rigorous approach to design and creativity. Grishaa also had a range of experience in our Studio, from research, creating diagrams, drawing technical documents (both in AutoCAD and REVIT), developing presentations, taking meeting minutes, and supporting our teams.
I am pleased to offer this letter of recommendation for Grishaa Ganesh. I am happy to recommend Grishaa for the skills and talents she displayed as an Architectural Intern in my architectural practice in New York City, STUDIO V Architecture.
STUDIO V is an award-winning, research-driven architectural and urban design practice based in New York City. Our work is diverse and encompasses a range of complex and mixed-use urban projects including arts, cultural, residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, hospitality, and mixed use.
As a mid-sized but internationally recognized design practice, our Studio is selective of the interns we hire. Grishaa proved herself through her work on a broad range of unusual and diverse projects. These included both large and smaller architectural designs as well as master plans. The projects to which Grishaa contributed included a residential tower (247 North Avenue in New Rochelle), a midrise residential building in the Gowanus neighborhood in NYC (335 Bond Street), and a master plan to reinvent one of the country’s first outdoor malls into a mixed use residential village in Yonkers, NY (Cross County Center).
As a student intern from September 2022 to December 2022, Grishaa was a valued member and engaged closely with our team of designers and architects. She exhibited enthusiasm, a rigorous approach to design and creativity. Grishaa also had a range of experience in our Studio, from research, creating diagrams, drawing technical documents (both in AutoCAD and REVIT), developing presentations, taking meeting minutes, and supporting our teams.
I am glad to have had the opportunity to work with Grishaa, and recommend her to other architectural firms. Please do not hesitate to contact our firm if we can provide you with any further information.
Sincerely,
As a mid-sized but internationally recognized design practice, our Studio is selective of the interns we hire. Grishaa proved herself through her work on a broad range of unusual and diverse projects. These included both large and smaller architectural designs as well as master plans. The projects to which Grishaa contributed included a residential tower (247 North Avenue in New Rochelle), a midrise residential building in the Gowanus neighborhood in NYC (335 Bond Street), and a master plan to reinvent one of the country’s first outdoor malls into a mixed use residential village in Yonkers, NY (Cross County Center).
JAY VALGORA FAIA AICP, LEED AP, WEDG
I am glad to have had the opportunity to work with Grishaa, and recommend her to other architectural firms. Please do not hesitate to contact our firm if we can provide you with any further information.
Sincerely,
