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OGECHI OSEJI

ARCHITECTURE STUDENT

(508) 851 0319

ooseji45@gmail.com

Raleigh, North Carolina 27606

EDUCATION

Expected graduation: December 2026

Master of Architecture GPA 4.0

North Carolina State University, Ralegh, NC

Awards & Honors

Vines Architecture Inc. Scholarship Endowment

Paul and Holly Tesar Graduate Award

NCMA Masonry Competion - First place Award

Graduated: May 2021

Bachelors of Science, Architecture GPA 3.67

University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS

EXPERIENCE

September 2021 - August 2023

Architectural Assistant

James Ray Polk Architecture, Hattiesburg, Mississippi

• Analyzed blueprints and building codes to ensure compliance with local regulations.

• Participated in site visits to evaluate existing structures prior to the start of new projects.

• Drafted construction documents including floor plans, elevations, sections. details, and schedules.

• Produced scaled drawings from concept sketches using Autodesk software tools.

• Attended weekly team meetings to discuss ongoing projects and suggest improvements where necessary.

• Assisted senior architects with the preparation of presentations for potential clients at job interviews.

• Recruited and trained new employee for existing job positions.

August 2024

Real Matter Architecture Workshop In situ Studios, Raleigh, North Carolina

REAL MATTER is an annual design workshop in Raleigh, NC, hosted by in situ studio and organized around a collaborative urban project, a robust lecture series, and building tours.

• Conducted qualitative and quantitative research of the southwest quadrant of downtown Raleigh.

• Proposed potential solution to current ongoing issues faceing the broader Ralegh area.

• Worked in teams to accomplish research and final project solution.

January 2021 - May 2021

Architectural Intern

Ocean Spring Building Department, Ocean Springs, Mississippi

• Researched building codes, zoning regulations and other relevant legislation to ensure compliance.

“MAPLE

STREET RECLAIMATION“ WELLNESS CENTER

“TANNAT“ GARDENER’S RESIDENCE

AWARDS AND COMPETITIONS

- MAPLE STREET RECLAIMATION1

This project reestablishes the connection between Maple Street and New Bern Avenue in East Raleigh. The design integrates a health center, food pantry, studio space, greenhouse, public weekend market, and garden areas.

Situated in a location with limited desirable views, the project focuses on creating engaging inward-facing vistas, enhancing the experience for users of the health center and studio spaces.

TYPOLOGY Wellness Center

LOCATION

YEAR TEAM

Raleigh, North Carolina

2024

Litzy Rodriguez & Stephen Khamis

Cross section perspective through site showing the projects connection to its site.

SECTION A-A

The lower masses anchor the building to the site, housing key programmatic spaces while shaping internalized views of the gardens and market area. These masses also support upper-level garden spaces, enhancing the site’s

The upper volume , spanning across the lower masses, houses greenhouse spaces and supporting areas while also defining key entry points along the building’s facade.

The overarching skin system unifies the building’s masses and volumes while also defining the main entry to the site and the exterior market space.

The project facilitates the reconnection of two key site-defining axes, Maple Street and Hargett Street , creating a more desirable and accessible transit route through a previously disconnected area.

FRONT

LONG

ENCLOSURE DIAGRAM

STRUCTURE DIAGRAM

This section shows the cross spatial connection within one of the lower masses, the greenhouse and the site. It also shows he connection of the established bus stop and Hargett Street.

SECTION C-C

RIGHT ELEVATION

PHYSICAL MODEL

2

- TANNAT -

This project involves designing a residence for a grape farmer in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. The residence functions as both a growing space for grapes and a structural support system for the planting and cultivation process. Additionally, the design includes dedicated areas for recreation, wine tasting, and hosting small events.

In collaboration with my teammates, we developed a project that offers a fully immersive experience of the winemaking process—from cultivation and processing to final consumption.

TYPOLOGY

LOCATION

YEAR TEAM

Downtown Raleigh, NC 2024

Justin Par & Hannah Sowers

PHYSICAL MODEL

Longitudinal view of physical model depicting greenery growing on structure in black moss texture.

B-B

STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS

Tannat, a French grape which produces a agship wine in Uruguay, is heat and humidity tolerant, retaining good juice ph balance and resisting mold and insects in the Piedmont climate. To grow grapevines on a building frame, you need to create a supportive and functional system that promotes healthy vine growth while ensuring the plant's needs for light, water, and space are met. Here are the key systems to consider:

- Trellis/Support Structure- The building’s façade and adjacent framework incorporates a modular trellis system that allows for the natural growth of climbing plants. The framing is designed to utilize steel cables and members to provide both and horizontal and vertical pathway for the growth of vines. the spacing of the support elements are coordinated to ensure su cient pruning and care forthe vines.