ILIYA MELA
Imela@umich.edu (734) 5963766 https://issuu.com/iliyamela https://www.linkedin.com/in/iliya-mela-536437110/
EDUCATION
WORK EXPERIENCE
University of Michigan, Present
Coscia Moos Architects, 2024
(Expected graduation date - 5th May 2024) Master of Architecture (MArch)
Shanghai JT University, 2023
Master of Architectural Engineering (Research)
Int’l University of Catalunya, 2022 Master of Bio-Digital Architecture
University of Jos, 2018
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
SKILLS
Intern (02.26.2024-03.01.2024) •
project through design representation, 3D modelling and CAD
University of Michigan, 2023
Graduate Student Instructor- Sustainable Systems(Arch 515) • • • • •
Autodesk Revit Rhinoceros 3D Auto CAD Sketchup Adobe Illustrator Adobe Indesign Adobe Photoshop Lumion Enscape V-Ray Grasshopper Digital Fabrication ArcGIS Pro Furniture making
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HONORS/ SCHOLARSHIPS
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Taubman College, 2022- 2024
[NR-Kuieck Memorial Fellowship] A merit scholarship offered to students who have displayed commendable academic performance and have shown great career promise
Washington Career Trek, 2024
I was selected alongside 9 students for a career trek in Washington, DC
Taubman College, 2023
[Fall ‘23 Student Work Spotlight] My work was selected as one of the best in the Winter 2023 studio and was pubished in college’s website
Taubman College, 2023
[Winter ‘23 Student Work Spotlight] My work was selected as one of the best in the Winter 2023 studio and was pubished in college’s website
I am expeceted to work in a design team to help actualize an ongoing design
Instruct discussion sessions in person and assess exams and assignments. Provide feedback on exams and assignments developed by the lead instructor. Offer feedback on grading rubrics and answer keys created by the lead instructor. Conduct office hours and/or problem-solving sessions. Participate in instructional team meetings alongside the lead instructor and other GSIs. Administer and manage a Canvas site for my discussion/lab/studio section.
Atelier Jean Nouvel (Paris) + Atelier BCN(Barcelona), 2022 Intern • • • •
Engaged in an international design competition (conceptual design + presentation drawing) Assisted with 3D visualization, modeling and component design. Contributed to the production of drawings, specifications, and tasks related to construction administration. Engaged in various stages of architectural projects, including preliminary design development, schematic design, and working drawings.
DBMX Limited, 2019-2021 Architectural Designer I • • • • • •
Established initial design concepts and collaborated with the design team to enhance them. Generated schematic presentations and conceptual renderings for client presentations. Offered design assistance for the finalization and implementation of design concepts. Contributed to the creation of drawings from initial design through construction documents. Collaborated with project architects to ensure precise technical and contractual documentation for diverse projects. Coordinated with the project team to integrate design intent into construction documents and production. Engaged in all project stages, including conceptual design, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and production.
Mega Projects International Limited, 2018-2019 Intern • • •
Reviewed work alongside intermediate or senior-level staff for intent, quality, and precision. Generated renderings or other graphic documents for meetings, presentations, or submittals. Developed graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings.