Mason Chizhik Portfolio by masonchizhik

MASON CHIZHIK PORTFOLIO

CLEMSON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

1ST - 3RD YEAR WORK

SOFTWARE

REVIT 2024

RHINO 7

AUTO CAD 2024

MATTERPORT

TWIN MOTION

BLUEBEAM REVU 21

ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE

MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE

DESIGN SKILLS

BIM MODELING RENDERING CONSTRUCTION DETAILING SKETCHING

MODEL BUILDING

3D PRINTING LASER CUTTING WOODWORKING

INTERESTS

SAILING CERTIFIED ROCK CLIMBING BELAY CERTIFIED DESIGN-BUILD

RESIN ART HIKING GOLFING TRAVELING

UNIVERSITY INVOLVEMENT

CLEMSON WOODSHOP LAB

ASSISTANT- EMPLOYEE

CLEMSON DESIGN-BUILD CLUBFOUNDER AND PRESIDENT

CLEMSON MECHANICS CLUBTREASURER

NOMA- CHAPTER REPRESENTATIVE

AIAS- MEMBER

REFERENCES

TOM SAVORY

LECTURER- CLEMSON

SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE tmsavor@clemson.edu

USAMA HASSANEIN

PRINCIPAL

CRGA DESIGN uhassanein@crgadesign.com

MASON CHIZHIK

INTERN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER

CURRENTLY STUDYING ARCHITECTURE WITH ASPIRATIONS TO BECOME A LICENSED ARCHITECT, I HAVE A DEEP PASSION FOR INNOVATIVE DESIGN AND A METICULOUS ATTENTION TO DETAIL. I AM EAGER TO SECURE A CHALLENGING SUMMER INTERNSHIP WITH A RENOWNED ARCHITECTURE FIRM WHERE I CAN FURTHER DEVELOP MY ABILITIES AND PUT INTO PRACTICE THE THEORETICAL INSIGHTS I'VE GAINED IN MY ACADEMIC JOURNEY.

EDUCATION

CLEMSON UNIVERSITY HONORS COLLEGE, CLEMSON, SC SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE- BACHELOR OF ARTS

MAJOR IN ARCHITECTURE & MINOR IN SUSTAINABILITY EXPECTED GRADUATION MAY 2026 GPA: 3.90

PRESIDENT’S LIST – FALL’22, SPRING’23, SPRING’24, FALL’24

RUDOLPH E. LEE AWARD- NOMINATED 2025- DEMONSTRATED ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE, PARTICIPATED IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES, AND EXHIBITED POTENTIAL PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL ABILITY.

WORK EXPERIENCE

CRGA DESIGN, BALTIMORE, MD

SUMMER 2023 & SUMMER 2024

INTERN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER

PREPARED WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION OF OBSERVATIONS AND CONDITIONS.

PROJECTS TO HELP DEFINE STRATEGIC GOALS.

PLANNING AND SKETCHING.

DEVELOP, AND MANAGE THE IMPLEMENTATION OF PROJECTS.

WITH DETAILING.

HARKINS BUILDERS, COLUMBIA, MD

SUMMER 2021 & 2022

STUDENT REVIEWER

REVIEWED BUILDING DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT PLANS USING CAD AND REVIT.

ENGAGED IN AN IMMERSIVE SITE VISIT TO GAIN INSIGHT INTO PROJECT MANAGEMENT DYNAMICS AND REAL-WORLD CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES.

Architecture. Architecture . It is not what it used to be. No ﬁeld today is what it used to be. With the invention of technology It is not what it used to be. No ﬁeld is what it used to be. With the invention of and the need for digital production, humans are losing their hands. No, not physically, but metaphorically. and the need for digital production, humans are losing their hands. No, not physically, but metaphorically.

Hands. Oxford Dictionary defines hands as, “the end part of a person’s arm beyond the wrist, including the Oxford Dictionary defines hands as, “the end part of a person’s arm the wrist, the palm, fingers, and thumb.” They are not wrong, but try thinking of hands like a skillful tool. Just like you can practice to and thumb.” are not wrong, but try of hands like a skillful tool. Just like you can practice to become better at golfing or Photoshop, you can become better with your hands. become bet ter at or you can become better with your hands

Lost art. art. Using your hands has become a void in today’s generation’s toolkit. Hands are what we use to Using your hands has become a void in today ’s generation’s toolkit. Hands are what we use to communicate, interact, hold, touch, write, lift, and play. As architects, they are what we used to use to draw, design, communicate, interact, hold, touch, write, lif t, and play. As architects, they are what we used to use to draw, design, model, and build. Today, it is all digital. Analog drawing is no longer taught nor necessary, 3D designing has transformed model, and build it is all digital is no nor necessary, 3D has transformed into software use and virtual reality, and model building has resorted to laser cutters, ﬁlament printing, into sof tware use and virtual realit y, and model has resorted to laser cutters, ﬁlament printing, and machine fabrication. So, where are your hands? and machine fabrication. So, where are your hands?

Beyond. Our hands are the original tools of creation. They are the extension, the bridge, of our thoughts and

Our hands are the original tools of creation. They are the extension, the bridge, of our thoughts and imagination, capable of translating ideas into physical realities. To truly design, to truly create, you must step beyond - imagination, of ideas into realities. To to create, you must stepbeyond the conﬁnes of paper, beyond the glow of a screen, and into the world of touch. It is in the weight of tactility, the the conﬁnes of paper, the of a screen, and into the world of touch. It is in the of the resistance of material, the imperfect edges of what we shape, that ideas breathe life. It is not the tool, but the touch, that resistance of material, the of what we that ideas breathe life. It is not the tool, but the touch, that makes creation human. Your hands hold the power to make the intangible real—if only you let them. makes creation human Your hands hold the power to make the real—if you let them

URBAN WORKPLACE

W.W.

PARTNER: MABEL DERUSHA Working Well FALL 2024 DURATION: 4 MONTHS

In a world where health is an integral part of each aspect of your life, it is vital to nurture your well-being in a place that prioritzes it. While good health leads to the efficient function of your mind and body, it also leads to growth. This building features an amorphous health component rooted in the base of the building and organically growing upwards, interconnecting ever y floor and improving the mental and physical health of ever y interacting guest. Formatted in a manner to maximize a balance of public or private access, each designated space hosts its own program that caters to its users. At Working Well, the local community will be healthier than ever, and those in the office spaces will be... working well!

How can the workplace promote a healthy lifestyle?

THE 8 DOMAINS OF WELLNESS

INTELLECTUAL

Engaging in continuous learning and creativity to stimulate growth and adaptability.

SPIRITUAL

Connecting with purpose and values to find meaning and inner peace.

EMOTIONAL

The ability to understand and manage emotions, fostering resilience and meaningful connections.

OCCUPATIONAL

Finding satisfaction and purpose in work, balancing professional goals with personal well-being.

READING AREA

LIBRARY

MEDITATION ZONE

QUIET ROOM

CREATIVE SPACE

LEARNING SPACE

FITNESS AREA GAME ROOM

GATHERING ROOM

INDOOR GARDEN

WELLNESS SHOP CAFÉ

PHYSICAL

Maintaining a healthy body through exercise, nutrition, and rest, forming the foundation of overall wellness.

SOCIAL

Building supportive and enriching relationships to cultivate a sense of belonging.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Living in harmony with your surroundings, promoting a safe and sustainable world.

FINANCIAL

Managing resources wisely to reduce stress and build stability for future goals.

HIGH LINE CHELSEA FACTORY

AVENUES SCHOOL LOWINCOME PUBLIC HOUSING

CHELSEA PARK

The neighborhood of Chelsea is known for its diverse community and aritstic history. In the surrounding blocks of the site, there are buildings that attract different kinds of people, ranging from children at the Avenues The World School and Chelsea Park, tourists on the High Line, artists at the Chelsea Factory, and varying income level families at the residential locations. This allowed for our building to become a community hub for everyone to gather, grow, and heal.

LUXURY CONDOS

How can architecture integrate work and health?

“Morenaturallightimprovessleep.Bettersleepimprovesworkersproductivity[, health,]andcognitivetestscores.”

“AstudyfromUniversityofQueenslandinAustraliafoundthataddingplantlifetothe ofﬁceincreasedworkerproductivityby15%.”

“NewresearchfromMITﬁndsthatourhealthandhappinessatworkisnotan afterthought,butratheradrivingforceinourdecisiontotake,stayat,orleaveajob.”

“NovelresearchfromOxfordhasfoundacausallinkbetweenhappyworkersanda 13%increaseinproductivity.”

How can a concept be reflected in a building’s form and function?

New York City’s local waterways are what connects yet separates the ﬁve unique boroughs. Blending this with inspiration from a precedent work, the East River’s boundary lines guided a ground-level tunnel through the site.

Based on borough adjacency, three masses translated into an abstract ﬂoor plan with a “river” running through them. One mass was set to void, being the host of the public plaza.

Expanded and formed to fit the site’s requirements, this constructed ground floor plan holds symbolism of New York City’s five boroughs and integral waterways.

TUNNEL RENDER

ART GALLERY

S.C.A.R.

Salvaging Cayce’s Art Roots

S.C.A.R. acts not only as a landmark in the cit y of Cayce, South Carolina, but as a beacon for the fusion of architectural innovation and artistic prowess. Abstract yet inhabitable spaces intricately integrate angular cuts that harmonize with Cayce’s urban context. S.C.A.R. emerges as a celebrated hub of gppg cultural exchange and artist exploration, uplifting the historic roots of the River Arts District.

DURATION: 2 MONTHS

INTERIOR RENDER

WEST SECTION

SOUTH SECTION

Scale: 1/2” = 1’0

TILED STONE FLOOR FINISH

STRUCTURAL CONCRETE FLOOR

DARKER STONE THRESHOLD

INSULATING CLEAR TEMPERED GLASS SKYLIGHT

FRAMING SYSTEM FOR SKYLIGHT

CONCRETE STRUCTURAL BEAM WITH EXT STONE FINISH

PARAPET CAP

EXT STONE FINISH

WALL DETAIL A001

SHEET METAL WELDED GLASS FRAME BENT PLATE ON CONTINUOUS BENT PLATE

SUPPORT, LAG BOLTED TO CONRETE SUPPORT

1” INSULATING GLASS WITH 3” X 3/16” EGGCRATE LOUVERS OF 16

GAUGE SHEET METAL TO ALLOW LIGHT REFLECTED FROM WATER TO REACH INNER SURFACE OF WALLS

CONCRETE STRUCTURAL BEAM

STEEL STRUCTURAL FRAMING

ANGLED CONCRETE STRUCTURAL BEAM

CONCRETE STRUCTURAL BEAM

WALL DETAIL A001

CONCRETE FOUNDATION

Wall Section

Precast concrete structural wall panel system

EXTERIOR STONE FINISH

PRECAST CONCRETE STRUCTURAL WALL PANEL SYSTEM

Precast concrete structural wall panel system

AIR GAP

WOODEN STUDS W/ 2” BATT INSULATION

GYPSUM WALL BOARD

Scale: 1/2” = 1’0”

A001 WALL SECTION

S.C.A.R.’s interior spaces are focused on organic circulation and feature gorgeous paintings being both top- and bottomlit. This method of lighting ensures direct sunlight does not interfere with the pigments in the paint, prolonging the lifespan of these wonderful works of art. The layout’s openness inspires free movement, white walls redirect the viewer’s focus to the paintings, and the building’s crevices inspire curiosity; intentionally guiding yet freeing the visitor’s experience.

ARTISTS’ RESIDENCE

M.I.T.: CAYCE, SC

M.I.T.: Cayce serves as a distinguished two-stor y two-artist’s abode nestled within the heart of Cayce, South Carolina. M.I.T. blends creative workspaces with personal sanctuar y MODERN INTEGRATION OF TEXTURES

INDIVIDUAL PROJECT SPRING 2024

DURATION: 3 WEEKS

REINSERT

EXTERIOR RENDER

EERO SAARINEN’S MIT CHAPEL - PRECEDENT

1:00PM

4:00PM

OBJECT AS A WALL

R.O.X. PROJECT

ROTATING ORTHOGONAL X’S

Analyzing a foldable headrest’s form and geometries led to understanding its complex movement and purpose beyond its initial appearance

My site plan highlights the walls’ strucutral movement seamlessly interacting with the landscape, owing to the interplay between the fabric and wood. Through human-manipulated geometric rotations, my walls create abstract spaces for people to move through, rearrange, and inhabit. This cour yard now has a place that “rocks”!

INDIVIDUAL PROJECT SPRING 2023

DURATION: 2 MONTHS

LEE HALL

LOWRY HALL

Thanks to the flexible nature of fabric, rearranging the walls reveal new experiences throughout the site that can be passed through, sat under, or climbed. The underground section and adjoining hill add a compelling variation to the landscape and both offer continuous wall-landscape interactions. The wall’s movement does not only offer the creation of new spaces, but the creation of new shadows.