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Part 2 Architectural Assistant
BSc Architecture (Hons) Cardiff University 2019 - 2022
MArch Architecture University of Sheffield 2023 - 2025
Ploy Kriangkriwakin
PLOY
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
I am a Part 2 Architectural Assistant set to graduate from the University of Sheffield in the summer of 2025. I have one year of experience working on design-led residential projects, focusing on technical detailing and bespoke retrofit homes.
I am passionate about sustainable and community-led projects that prioritise user experience. I thrive in collaborative environments and bring a proactive, team-oriented mindset to my work. I am seeking a practice where I can contribute meaningfully while learning from experienced professionals.
Part 2 Architectural Assistant
Master of Architecture (MArch)
BSc (Hons) Architecture
wanaphas@gmail.com
Linkedin: Ploy Kriangkriwakin Tel: 07307901576
11 Hollis Croft SheffieldS1 4NW
EDUCATION
Architecture MArch • Sep 2023 - July 2025
Sheffield School of Architecture, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom
• BDP Live Project Prize
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BSc (Hons) Architecture • Sep 2019 - June 2022
Welsh School of Architecture, Cardiff University, Cardiff, United Kingdom
• Achieved 2:1
• Exhibited a Group Project in WSA Vertical Studio with the ‘Connecting the City and the Human’ Unit 2020
• Participated in BSc Poster Competition 2020
• Participated in WSA Sanctuary Design Competition (Group) 2020
• Student Ambassador, School Representative for Media Team and WSA Exhibition Curator Team 2022
High School • March 2016 - Dec 2019
Rangi Ruru Girl’s School, Christchurch, New Zealand
• GPA 4.0
• Received ‘Pocket Scholarship’ for Excellence in Education
• Awarded 1st of Year 12 ‘Design and Visual Communication’
• School ‘Year Book’ Committee 2017
• School International Council and Librarian Commitee
• Leader of a Young Enterprise Project: Product and Web Design
WORK EXPERIENCES
Uskuri Theobald Architects • Part 1
Architectural Assistant
St Albans, England 2022 - 2023
• 1 year experience in design-led residential firm
• Experienced across RIBA Stages 1 to 4 and 6
• Conducted site survey on AutoCAD
• Developed and edited design packages using AutoCAD and models using SketchUp
• Prepared and delivered project presentation using Photoshop and InDesign
• Composed multiple Design and Access Statement to be submitted for the planning application
• Attended client meetings and addresses their queries and requests with on-site experiences
• Communicated and collaborated design ideas and worked with architects in different teams
• Created 3D visualisations in Lumion with postproduction editing in Photoshop
LUNDI light design Co.,Ltd • Internship
Bangkok, Thailand
Summer 2020
• Contributing graphic representations and AutoCAD for several projects that require special luminaires.
• Shadowed seniors in the site visit and gained technical knowledge regarding lighting design from suppliers and lighting technicians.
SKILLS
2D Design Software & 3D Digital Modelling
• SketchUp
• AutoCAD
• Rhinoceros
• Revit
Adobe Suite & 3D Visualisation
• Photoshop
• Lumion
• InDesign
• Illustrator
• Enscape Physical Modelling
• Laser cut certification
• CNC machine and 3D printing certification
Technical Analysis Programmes
• VELUX Daylight Visualizer
• Autodesk Forma
Management and Practice Skills
Languages
• English
• Thai
• Project cost estimates using RICS benchmarks.
• Composed planning applications and navigated UK planning policies and regulations
Extracurricular Activities
• Hand sketching and digital sketching
• Architecture competition: Reuse the Tower in Lecce, Italy (June - July 2023)
Year: 2023-2024 l Location: Burngreave, Sheffield l Academic Works l Key Programme: Revit and Procreate
UNITY ON RAILS
Revitalising the Disused Railway Line in Sheffield’s Most Deprivated Neighbourhood
‘Unity on Rails’ aims to revitalise the disused viaduct structure by introducing a new building typology designed to support future transportation, community activities, and private counselling.
This initiative addresses the diverse needs of the Burngreave community, particularly people seeking sanctuary who are experiencing mental health challenges due to prolonged delays and complicated procedures in the current immigration process. The new station will bridge the existing socio-economic disparities between the two sides of the railway line and connect the more deprived areas
Innovative transportation solutions, such as trackless trams, will be introduced as a new mode of transport, complemented by a new biking route on the viaduct that stretches from the existing Grey to Green scheme nearby. ‘Sheffield Connect’ station will serve as a first point of arrival for newcomers, helping them to integrate and learn about local culture. This project collaborates with the Andalus Community Centre to address the needs and challenges of asylum seekers in Sheffield. The building layout is designed to guide them through various activities and support services without relying solely on verbal communication.
New Intersection Cultural Diversity First Point of Arrival
New Mode of Transportation Safe Space Guidance
Community Engagement with Andalus Community Centre
1:100 Details Section Joint between Structure
1:100 Section Through Existing Viaduct Structure
adherence to the PAVATEXTIL P suppliers not sustainable materials also soundproofing insulation on the
Front Elevation
Cross Section
Back Elevation
Studio Community Workshop Station Entrance
Year: 2021-2022 l Location: Merthyr Tydfil, Wales l Academic Works l Key Programme: Rhino and AutoCAD
FOODSCAPE REFORMATION
Re-imagining the Farming Future of Merthyr Tydfil
The project focuses on creating a selfsufficient community that further reestablishes their connection with food. Set in the future, it foresees a time when precision agriculture becomes more widespread with increased awareness of the need to be sustainable.
It proposes a multi-function building fitted with aeroponic farms and soil research facilities in hopes that it may restore the land of Merthyr Tydfil. Public spaces including open-air markets, and a restaurant will be accessible in the ground floor to promote farm-to-table dishes. An experimental plant field will provide
an inclusive activity for the community to plant and harvest their plants along with pick-your-own fruit and vegetable aeroponic farms to not only support the local farmers, but to provide the freshest and ripe produce that are possibly better quality than in supermarkets. An anaerobic digestion plant will be also constructed to power the facilities, utilising the city waste as its power source. I hope that this project demonstrates a new perspective on climate emergency against the carbon footprint that imported food generates and provide a holistic solution and food security for communities without arable land.
1. Community Allotment 2. Aeroponic Farm
3. Green Balcony 4. Restaurant 5. Open Kitchen 6. Depot Delivery
Community Allotment
Public Recreation Area
Green Balcony
Open-Air Market
Eating Space
Depot Delivery
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Living Wall Section Details
Stainless Top Trim
Foundation Section Details
20 mm. Thickness Interlocking Sitka
Spruce Floor Tile
12.5 mm. Thickness OSB
50 mm. Thickness foamed Concrete
Screed
90 mm. Thickness PIR Insulation Board, GA4000 by Celotex
Vapour Control Layer
Concrete Floor Slab 200 mm. Thickness
Sand Blinding
Hard Core Mixed
25 mm. Thickness Plaster Finishing Coat
25 mm.
Concrete Beam
Concrete Foundation
Double Timber Stud Wall Section Details
Soil Layer
Drainage and Protection Layer Membrane
Root Barrier Membrane
EPDM, Waterproof Membrane
90 mm. thickness PIR Insulation Board, GA4000 by Celotex
Vapour Control Layer
160 mm. Thickness 5 Ply. CLT Panel
20 mm. Thickness Interlocking Sitka
Spruce floor tile
12.5 mm. OSB
50 mm. Thickness foamed Concrete
Screed
200x100 mm. Western Red Cedar Batten 12.5 mm. Thickness Western Red Cedar Plywood Panel
Breather Membrane
10 mm. OSB
100 mm. thickness PIR Insulation Board, GA4000 by Celotex (In Wood Stud Frame) Air gap
12.5 mm. Thickness Western Red Cedar Plywood Panel with Fire Resistance
Coating
25 mm. Thickness Western Red Cedar
Board with
Weatherproof Coating
50x100 mm Double Timber Top Plate
50x100 mm Double Timber Bottom Plate
Automatic/ Manual Ventilation Control Box
Double Low-E glass filled with Argon gas
Planted Rail
500x800 mm. Glulam Beam
500x500 mm. Glulam Post
The project mainly uses glulam and crosslaminated timber for the facade and load bearing structures. Glulam timber is shown to be durable, provides an aesthetic and welcoming vibe as well as a characteristic value of the building. The timber, a carbonnegative material, would also be originated from Wales to reduce carbon emissions.
Close-up of the Double Timber Stud Wall with Fixings Section Details
Timber-Steel Concealed Connection Joints, Fixed to Post or Beam with Heavy Wood Screw
⌀ 9 mm. x 200 mm. 40 Sets
⌀ 25 mm. Drip Pin (Steel Rod) with Wooden Plug
⌀ 7.5 mm. x 300 mm. SBD-Screw
⌀ 7.5 mm. x 200 mm. SBD-Screw
160 mm. Thickness 5 Ply. CLT Panel
500 x 800 mm. Glulam Beam
160 mm. Thickness 5 Ply. CLT Panel
WORK EXPERIENCE
3D Modeling and Architectural Visualisation
During the year-out experience, I extensively learnt wider aspects of architecture, especially how the choice of an architect’s could impact the user’s wellbeing and flow of the design. The point to take away from the practice is a variety of ways to tackle problem for different projects. The design process includes multiple site visits and design negotiation with the clients followed by liaising with multidisciplinary teams to
achieve the promised outcome suitable for their budget. Apart of presenting design options and 3D visualisation, I was given the task to prepare technical drawings, researched appropriate material construction and be able to cooperate effectively with the team. By participating in many different projects, I have seen how each piece of knowledge from university have helped me throughout my work.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Selected Site Survey and Design Options
WORK EXPERIENCE
Interior Design and Material Studies
One of my responsibilities in interior design has benefited my architecture career greatly as I applied a holistic approach and visualised more coherent space in consideration to smaller details that would affect the client’s way of living. I have noticed an intrinsic connection after working simultaneously in both fields since they could influence one another greatly,
especially when it comes to structural design. I liaised with my supervisor, the architect of the project, and the contractors to alter some design in order to propose a layout that offers a better living experience suitable for the client lifestyle. For example, changing the location of the door in the kitchen to accommodate more storage for the family of five
or considering a bespoke joinery for their utility to make the space more organised. I attended client meetings and was entrusted to create mood boards, joinery plans and chose materials for the design concept. Different material combination expresses distinct characteristics of the clients and creates a personalised space called ‘home’.
Selected
Open Plan Space
EXTRACURRICULARS
Live Project and Architecture Competition
Maison Foo, makers of theatre, art and community projects, develop creative opportunities for people seeking sanctuary in the UK to feel welcomed, find moments of belonging, and be heard and empowered. Their latest project ‘Story Chefs’ builds on the success of projects such as ‘Seat At Our Table’ (2021) and ‘Meet Your Neighbour’ (2022) which celebrate the stories the group has to share
through the sharing of food, as a way of building connections with the wider community. Through this Live Project, we worked with The Creative Sanctury Group to develop a brand identity to take Story Chefs to the next level, developing a ‘pop-up’ kitchen and storytelling performance space for the group to share their food and stories with the public in different settings throughout the UK.
Year: 2024-2025 l Live Project and Competition Work l Key Programme: AutoCAD and Photoshop
EXTRACURRICULARS
Local Material Website and Engagement Event at Derby’s Making Festival
This website was created in collaboration with the studio team to investigate current and future sustainable building materials in Sheffield, specifically those that can be transported via our site’s railway line.
It has since been handed over to ‘Built Environment Students for Climate Action (BESCA)’, a studentled society that aims to bridge the gap between education and the climate emergency as a resource for future students.
Ploy Kriangkriwakin
Part 2 Architectural Assistant
wanaphas@gmail.com
Linkedin: Ploy Kriangkriwakin
Instagram : vanava_design
