Nicole Chen
Architecture & Design
University of Waterloo | Fall 2020 | Volume 6
Hi! I’m Nicole. I am a third-year student at the University of Waterloo School of Architecture. To me, thoughtful design is an essential and necessary component of healthy societies. My passion lies in how we can use design in the built environment to benefit the lives of its users, inspire its onlookers, and improve its urban context; through an environmentally and culturally sensitive lens. I am always looking to gain new experiences to become a better designer, and I would love to continue growing at your firm while contributing to its success.
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Curriculum Vitae
Reference Letters
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Cedar Library
Laminae Theatre
Sherbourne Masterplan
Transitional Housing
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RDBID Wayfinding
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Public Artwork
HCMA Architects
Henning Larsen
n39chen@uwaterloo.ca (306) 351-2685 nicolewchen.com
Curriculum Vitae
Education 2017 - Present
University Of Waterloo School Of Architecture Candidate for Bachelor of Architectural Studies Honours, Co-op
09/2014 - 08/2016
University Of Waterloo School Of Planning Honours Urban Planning, 1st and 2nd year
Leadership + Awards 09.2019 05.2019 - Present 04.2019 - Present 09.2018 09.2017 - Present 09.2017 - Present 09.2017 - 04.2018 01.2016 - 04.2016 09.2015 - 04.2016 09.2015 - 12.2015 05.2015 - Present 09.2014 - 04.2016 09.2014
International Experience Award Commissioned Artist for Regina Downtown BID UWSA Sustainability Collective Waterloo Architecture Orientation - Media Coordinator Published Author and Member of BRIDGE Centre of Architecture & Design Excellent Academic Standing 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B Waterloo Architecture Student Association - Events Coordinator World Wildlife Fund University of Waterloo Chapter Communications Director University of Waterloo Chinese Student Association Marketing Executive Environment Student Society Coffeeshop Volunteer Artist and Co-founder of WCTN Art Collective Honours Uban Planning - Dean’s List 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B President’s Scholarship for entrance average of 90+
Skills Software AutoCAD Grasshopper Enscape VRay Photoshop Sketchup Lumion
Rhinoceros 5+6 Bluebeam Illustrator InDesign Revit Microsoft Office
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Fabrication
Other
Model Making CNC Milling 3D Printing Laser Cutting 3D Scanning Hand Drafting Foam Cutting
Fluent Cantonese Photography Graphic Design Sketching Writing
Work Experience
Sept - Dec 2019 Copenhagen, Denmark
Henning Larsen Architects Architect Intern
Worked intensively on concept design for several projects of varying scales and typologies, including masterplans, landscape design, and mixed-use buildings. Produced competition submission materials, physical models, renderings, diagrams, rhino models, and drawings for both external and internal use.
Jan - April 2019 Vancouver, Canada
HCMA Architects Student Architect Created physical models and diagrammatic studies for the schematic design phase of a large-scale community & aquatics centre in New West, BC. Developed plans and illustrative visualizations for the expansion of the Holland Aquatics Centre in MI.
May - Aug 2018 Regina, Canada
P3architecture Partnership Student Architect
Produced visualizations, presentation drawings, construction sets, and site documentation for various projects, including the renewal of the historic University of Regina campus. Re-designed proposal graphics.
Sept 2016 - April 2017 Regina, Canada
Regina Downtown Business Improvement District Urban Planning Assistant
Tasked with the creation of a comprehensive wayfinding signage system for Downtown Regina. Primary designer of the system’s visual identity, using AutoCAD and Adobe Suite. Produced a series of maps and graphics and coordinated the installation of phase 1 signs.
May - Aug 2017 Regina, Canada
Regina Downtown Business Improvement District Program Coordinator Developed and implemented winter and summer public programming plans for for Regina’s City Square by connecting with various community organizations to provide free events for the public. Designed promotional material, updated website, and ran social media accounts.
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May 30, 2019
RE: Letter of Reference: Nicole Chen I am pleased to write this letter of reference for Nicole Chen, who was employed as an Architecture Student at HCMA from January 2019 to April 2019. During her time here, she worked with me on the following projects: New Westminster Aquatic and Community Centre, BC Nicole aided our team in schematic design through the rigorous creation of physical models, used in both internal design and client meetings, which were useful in decisions regarding massing, proportion, and scale. She spent her last month creating a large presentation site model for public engagement meetings as the project moved into DD, requiring the use of 3D and physical modelling techniques. The detailed model proved to be very informative in sharing our concept with the public. In addition to modelling, Nicole carried out a series of diagrammatic and sectional studies on the design and potential programming of the project’s community centre, which includes a gymnasium and a public plaza. Holland Community Aquatic Centre, MI Nicole worked closely with me through concept development of an expansion and renovation of the Holland Community Aquatic Centre in Michigan under a tight timeline and client constraints. At HCMA, a crucial aspect of aquatic centre design is the visitor’s experiential and logistical progression through space – the lobby, the changeroom, and finally, the pool natatorium. Nicole was able to develop these plans, while also creating illustrative concept perspectives to communicate with the client group. The images were used to communicate to the public in advance of general voting on a $26.3 M bond for the project, which I am pleased to say was approved. Nicole adapted quickly to her given tasks, producing work of a high standard. Her eagerness to learn and grow has made her a pleasure to work with. I have expressed to her that she is welcome to return for future work terms.
Sincerely, HCMA Architecture + Design
604.732.6620 hcma.ca
400 – 675 West Hastings Street Vancouver BC V6B 1N2 Canada
HCMA Architecture + Design
Architect AIBC, MRAIC
MELISSA HIGGS
Architect AIBC, MRAIC
MICHAEL HENDERSON
Architect AIBC, MRAIC
PAUL FAST
Architect AIBC, SAA, OAA, MRAIC, Dipl-Ing, LEED AP
CARL-JAN RUPP
Architect AIBC, SAA, OAA, MRAIC, LEED AP
STUART ROTHNIE
Architect AIBC, AAA, SAA, OAA, FRAIC, LEED AP
KAREN MARLER
Architect AIBC, AAA, SAA, OAA, FRAIC, LEED AP
DARRYL CONDON
Principals
A CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP
Alexandra Kenyon ARCHITECT AIBC Associate
Architecture. Interior Design. Planning. P3Architecture Partnership 2292 Dewdney Avenue Regina, SK S4R 1H3 t. 306.757.1669 f. 306.352.0004 James Youck Architect SAA, MAA, MRAIC, AIA Patrick Kelly Architect SAA, MAA, MRAIC, AIA Chris Roszell Architect SAA, MRAIC Luigi Mazzotti Senior Technologist Dip. Arch. Tech. Wyatt Eckert Senior Technologist Dip. Arch. Tech.
September 30, 2018 Nicole Chen Designer | Architecture Student University of Waterloo, School of Architecture Cambridge, ON, Canada 306.351.2685 Sent via email: n39chen@edu.uwaterloo.ca
RE: Letter of Reference To whom it may concern, Nicole joined our firm in a summer term position starting May 2018 and worked with us until the end of August 2018 in the role of designer. Nicole was provided a broad range of opportunities which included work in design, preparation of presentation materials, working drawings, contract administration assistance and field work. Nicole is a strong architectural designer with excellent graphic skills. Her attention to detail, confidence, clarity of communication and ability to work independently with little direction allowed her to participate in multiple teams on multiple projects with ease. She enhanced her team participation with cooperation and diligence, adapting easily to an open studio environment. Nicole will be a talented asset to any design firm and we would have no hesitation in welcoming her back to join the P3A team. Do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions. Sincerely,
Wyatt Eckert Principal
www.p3arch.com
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November 10, 2017 Re: Nicole Chen To Whom it May Concern: Nicole was employed as a Planning Assistant/Program Coordinator with the Regina Downtown Business Improvement District from September 2016 through August 2017. During her time with us, she took on multiple roles and proved to be a highly capable, motivated individual with a flexible skillset. Her main task was the creation of the Regina Downtown Wayfinding System. Nicole handled this project with great enthusiasm and eagerness, developing a system of district maps, signage typography conventions, and design renderings using AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. She also selected key sign install locations within the downtown district and met with sign fabricators and other stakeholders to handle the successful realization of the project. In addition, Nicole provided assistance to several other RDBID initiatives. She created a multitude of graphics to present research and information to the general public; oversaw summer event programming and permit submission; handled annual pedestrian count data, maps, and reports; maintained spreadsheets and databases for analytical research purposes; and cheerfully built partnerships with downtown stakeholders, sponsors, volunteers, and fellow staff members in the production of various RDBID events and initiatives. Nicole consistently demonstrated a readiness to learn and to take on major projects. She completed her tasks to a high level of quality and maintained a great dedication to detail, her work often going above and beyond what was assigned. I have no hesitation in recommending her to any future employer. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 306.359.7541. Sincerely,
Judith Veresuk Executive Director
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Cedar Library 1B Architecture Studio April 2018 Location: Toronto, ON Supervised by: Donald McKay
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Constructed from the warm and transparent materials
Nestled between a bustling intersection and a quiet
of wood and glass, the Cedar Library provides a public
residential neighbouhood, the transparent public face
domain with flexible spaces for all users. It proposes
of the library invites onlookers inside, where more
the use of mass timber as a beautiful and sustainable
private coves can be found deeper within the building.
building material in the Junction neighbourhood of
From the street, its interior programs are visible to
Toronto, Ontario; serving to educate the public about
passerbys, forming an open dialogue with the exterior.
sustainable building while prioritizing the needs of
A glass reading room juts out of the library’s back
future generations.
facade, which opens out into a green space. Within, spaces and furniture are flexible and non-prescriptive. Users can pour into the excavated theatre/lounge seating area to enjoy a performance, or to recline and read a book. Moveable furniture encourages social interaction and adpative uses of the library’s varied spaces. Users have the freedom to use the library in whichever way they deem fit.
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curiousity
playfulness
privacy
collaboration
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1. Establish primary circulation + extrude
2. Pull out volumes to engage with site
3. Public towards street, private towards residential
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4. Roof canopy shades & welcomes users
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Interior Study / Lounge
Performance Space / Lounge
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Ground Floor 9. Entrance 10. Front Desk 11. Children’s 12. Bathroom
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First Floor 17. Group Study 18. Private Study 19. Lounge
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Laminae Theatre
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2A Architecture Studio : The Affect of Cinema December 2018 Supervised by: Dereck Revington, David Correa
This project explores the atmospheric affects of cinema and their translation into architecture through light, material, volume, and progression through space. The study of various films particularly In the Mood for Love by Wong KarWai - led me to an interest in the use of translucent materials, expansion of space, and view framing to create the experience of anticipation as users ascend into a performance space.
Composed of three enfolding, double-curved walls, The Laminae Theatre is a ballet performance space. Its double curved walls, or “petals�, are formed by a timber structure, encased in a translucent screen skin. These petals are nestled into one another, creating layers of interior passageways and staircases. Spectators and performers ascend to the stage using adjacent passageways separated by semi-transcluscent screen walls, catching glimpses of shadows and movement. Having reached the performance space, spectators and dancers alike witness an expansion of space and light.
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Frosted Glass / Timber Roof
Back Exterior Petal
Interior Petal
Exterior Petal
Exploded Axonometric
Circulation and programmable space occur in spaces between semi-transluscent petals.
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1. Enter practice studio through back stairway
3. Enter through grand staircase
2. Enter stage through long, curved stairway, gather thoughts before performance. Glimpses of spectators through screen wall.
4. Mingle in lobby space, become aware of movement of dancers on other side of transluscent screen wall 5. Wind through central staircase to reach performance space
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1:100 Basswood Model Laser-cut basswood, trace paper. Once the building was modelled in Rhino, slices were cut through each petal, creating “ribs� that followed the double curvature of each surface. The ribs were then lasercut and assembled to form the structural skeleton of the model.
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Sherbourne Masterplan
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3A Architecture Studio : Urbanism February 2020 Location: Sherbourne Corridor, Toronto, ON Supervised by: Adrian Blackwell In collaboration with: Melody Chen, Riling Chen, Danielle Grabke, Maria Munir
Historically a space for infill development and affordable housing, the Sherbourne corridor hosts integral services to Toronto’s vulnerable and low-income population. Downtown Toronto is lacking severely in affordable housing, despite its projected population increase of 53% over the next six years. The current-day polarizing approach to high rise commodified living puts areas such as the Sherbourne Corridor at risk of redevelopment, pushing out its vulnerable residents and distancing them from their vital community resources.
In response, we propose a series of demographicspecific housing developments, catered to the range of specific needs of the vulnerable population. The proposed network of housing is integrated within the existing resource structure of the Corridor, placing specific demographics of residents closest to the services that benefit them the most. Within each housing complex, several architectural features facilitate social interaction and community integration.
Sustainability Strategy
Social Strategy
Massing Strategy
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1. Maintain street face
2. Create porosity
3. Break up mass
1. Demographic specific living
2. Public towards the street, private towards the lane
3. Integrated common spaces
1. Circular water retention system
2. Evaporative cooling
3. Park Bioswales retain water
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Distribute Density
Increased Pedestrian Connections
Integrated Stormwater Plan
Increased Greenery
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Dundas St.
Shuter St.
Queen St.
Axonometric of proposed masterplan
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Carlton St.
Wellesley St.
West street section along Sherbourne, from St. James to Queen
Shuter St.
Dundas St.
Gerrard St.
Wellesley St.
Carlton St.
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Women’s Transitional Housing
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3A Architecture Studio April 2020 Location: Toronto, ON Supervised by: Adrian Blackwell
For women leaving homelessness, violence, or
294 Sherbourne is a transitional home for women built
emergency crisis shelters, transition homes play
in mass timber, designed to respond to the specific
a critical role in the intermediate phase between
needs of vulnerable women, the lack of affordable
temporary and long-term housing. They offer essential
housing in Toronto, and the climate crisis. The project
services to help women find permanent homes and
integrates the public programs of a health clinic, a
rebuild their lives. Women currently comprise 27.3%
daycare, fitness studios, and skills training into a
of the homeless in Canada (not accounting for the
housing complex, creating a campus for learning, social
hidden homeless who tolerate unsafe living conditions
support, and community. Passive heating/cooling
to ensure access to shelter). This is due to several
strategies work in conjunction with careful sourcing
factors, such as poverty, domestic violence, lack of
and selection of materials to lower operational costs
affordable housing, pay inequity, and likeliness to head
and emissions. Using deliberate architectural features,
single-parent households.
the space seeks to help women rebuild their sense of self-sufficiency and community by fostering a sense of safety, reducing stress, and imbuing hope.
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2. Passive surveillance
3. Prospect-refuge theory
4. Access to nature
5. Natural daylight
6. Positive programmed distractions
7. Vertically integrated social spaces
8. Support services
9. Foster neighbourhood community
Social Support
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Passive Strategies
Passive Strategies
1. Sealed Envelope - Heat Retention All door and window layers closed 2. Winter Garden Solar Gain Solar chimney sealed Thermal mass retains heat
5. Natural Ventilation Corridor window open, screen door exposed, balcony sliding door open 6. Continuous air draw through solar chimney
Active Strategies
Active Strategies
3. Radiant Floor Heating 4. Heat Recovery Ventilator Ventilation through floor plenum
Solar chimney louvres open
7. Radiant Floor Cooling Supplements cooling effects of natural ventilation 8. Heat Recovery Ventilator Ventilation through floor plenum
Public Programs 9. Resource Centre 10. Community Kitchen 11. Social Seating/Informal Stage 12. Feature Wall 13. Yoga and Meditation Studios 14. Dance Studio 15. Workshop 16. Daycare 17. Daycare Courtyard 18. Pickup/Dropoff
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Layers of operable fenestrations allow for occupant-controlled passive ventilation.
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C. Entrance Walkways
North-facing facade captures prevailing winds for passive ventilation
Serve as thresholds from public to private space.
• Rain Screen Facade (non-combustible) • 22 mm horizontal metal lathing (600 mm C/C) • 60 mm Rigid Insulation • 175 mm 5-ply CLT Structural Panel • Metal lathing (400 mm C/C) • 16 mm Type X Gypsum x2
B. Slab Break Alternating gaps in the floor slab before unit entrances separate private entries from the social corridor, while permitting natural light and passive surveillance.
D. Social Corridor Corridor widened to become social front porch.
E. Unit Entrance • Outermost screen door allows for passive ventilation in summer • Innermost solid wood door to be closed in winter to retain heat
F. Sliding Screen Door to Winter Garden Balcony • To be left open for passive ventilation • Sliding shading screen allows for natural lighting control
G. Balcony 3m-wide winter garden balconies provide spaces that can be individualized for relaxation, physical activitiy, child’s play, etc. Concrete topping serves as thermal mass. • 105 mm 3-ply CLT Structural Panel with 40 mm concrete topping • Separated from main floor slab by metal anchors for thermal break
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H. Solar Chimney Airspace
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• South-facing glass facade with 500 mmwide continuous airspace, controlled by louvres • Louvres open during summer so air is drawn continuously through the unit, up through the airspace, and exhausted through an opening at the roof level • Louvres close during winter for winter gardens to retain heat on individual basis • Glass facade attached to balcony slab with point connection anchors
Underfloor air distribution system delivers mechanical ventilation to unit, while cost-effective hydronic radiant floor coils embedded in concrete topping heat or cool the space. • 30 mm radiant floor heating panels • Raised underfoor air distribution with spaces at 1500 mm OC • 40 mm concrete topping • 105 mm 3-ply CLT Structural Panel • 16 mm Type X Gypsum x2
J. Mechanical Ventilation • Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV) system used primarily in winter
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Regina Downtown Wayfinding
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Employer: Regina Downtown Business Improvement District Location: Regina, SK Sept 2016 - April 2017
Working as a Planning Assistant with the Regina
users. After overseeing the installation process with
Downtown Business Improvement District, I was
sign fabricators and the City of Regina, the first series
assigned the task of designing Regina Downtown’s
of signs have already been installed as a crucial part of
first-ever wayfinding system. After conducting a series
Regina Downtown’s Strategic Plan for Growth.
of studies on the district, its movement patterns, and its landmarks; I designed a system of maps
Since the initial research and development process
and graphics aimed not only toward quick and easy
began in November 2016, the system of podiums has
pedestrian navigation, but also toward highlighting
been succssfully implemented in Regina’s downtown
the district’s most important landmarks. The resulting
district.
design uses a distinctive colour palette, a highly legible typography scheme, and clear maps and directions for
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Panel A1
district identifier street name
major landmark walking distance in minutes
Panel A2
Panel B2
downtown event promotion space
vicinity map vicinity map business listing
Panel A3
Panel B3
downtown identity photo
district map
major district landmark listing
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Side B
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HCMA Architects Jan - April 2019 Vancouver, BC, Canada
Specializing in aquatic, community, cultural, and educational centres, HCMA is an awardwinning Canadian firm based in Vancouver, BC. Each of their projects - whether it be a through a building or through collaborations with artists and innovators - works toward catalyzing healthier, more creative, and engaged communities.
During my four months here, I had the opportunity to work through the schematic design phase of a new aquatics and community centre in New Westminster, BC, engaging in iterative physical model-making, design meetings, precedent research, diagramming, and programmatic studies. For my last month, I was tasked with creating a large scale presentation model of the building for public engagement meetings, using both digital and analog modelling methods. I also created illustrative visualizations and plans for an expansion and renovation of the Holland Community Aquatics Centre in MI.
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Sept - Dec 2019 Copenhagen, Denmark
Known internationally for their continuation of the Scandinavian Modernist tradition, Henning Larsen Architects is an award-winning Danish firm based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Paying careful attention to the human scale, the firm uses a strong social approach to design, rooted in sustainability, livability, and social responsibility.
I worked closely on several projects during my time here, including a competition submission for a masterplan in Wolfsburg, Germany, where I produced renderings, 3D models, and key diagrams; a children’s museum in MiSK, Saudi Arabia, where I helped design a series of integrated rooftops and themed gardens; a concept design for a renovation of the historic Palads Teatret in Copenhagen (pictured); a screening system for a masterplan in Vancouver, Canada; and a competition design concept for a mixed use building in Gothenburg, Sweden. Each of these projects helped me gain valuable insight into designing for specific climates, cultures, and users; all through a humanistic, emphathetic, and environmentally-driven lens.
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Public Art
Traffic Box
(g)listening
“我会记得” August 2017 Traffic Control Box Art Wrap Downtown Regina, SK
Nuit Blanche 2018 Project #56 September 2018 Cloud Gardens, Toronto, ON In collaboration with CITYLightsToronto and artist David Rokeby
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Alley Door 2018
Alley Door 2020
“Peonies and Sakura” August 2018 Downtown Regina, SK
“Native Saskatchewan Plants” August 2020 Downtown Regina, SK
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Thank You! Let’s talk soon!
Email n39chen@uwaterloo.ca Phone 306.351.2685 Website nicolewchen.com