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URBAN/ ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER
RYAN CHEMALI
RESUME
02. ACADEMIC PROJECTS
03. OFFICE PROJECTS
01 RESUME
ARCHITECURAL & URBAN DESIGNER
RYAN CHEMALI
571-232-9770
Born in the United States and raised internationally, my journey has shaped both my perspective and my approach to design. I am an Architectural and Urban Designer with 3 years of experience working on affordable housing, commercial projects, and private residences. Growing up across continents, I’ve learned to approach architecture by blending local traditions with modern solutions, creating spaces that are both culturally grounded and forward-thinking.
EXPERIENCE
ARCHITECTURAL & URBAN DESIGNER
Leonardi Aray Architects | Cambridge, MA
I’ve worked engaged from concept to construction, bringing together design, technical details, and collaboration with clients and contractors.
• Managed projects from schematic design to construction administration
Coordinated with contractors and consultants to ensure integrated solutions
Maintained client relationships and provided project updates.
• Produced construction documents and detailed drawings.
• Supported project management with cost estimates, scheduling, documentatio. and site visits
Prepared and submitted RFQs and RFPs, supporting business development and project acquisition
ARCHITECTURE INTERNSHIP
Cube 3 | Boston,MA
Architectural intern contributing to diverse commercial and residential projects while supporting design, coordination, and project delivery across multiple teams.
Contributed to commercial and residential projects across multiple teams, adapting to shifting priorities
Collaborated with teammates through meetings to align expectations and address concerns
Managed deliverables and deadlines across project phases
DESIGN & PROJECT SKILLS
1417 Beacon Street, Apt 3
Brookline, MA 02446
571-232-9770
ryanchemali@gmail.com
studiox_certified
Ryan Chemali issuu.com/chemali
ARCHITECTURE INTERNSHIP
Architechnique | Dakar, Senegal
Contributed to projects from concept through construction, integrating design vision with technical execution.
Contributed to local projects including residential, commercial, institutional, and religious building
EDUCATION
MASTER IN ARCHITECTURE
Wentworth Institute of Technology | Boston, MA
• Gained hands-on experience and leadership skills during my co-op, collaborating closely with colleagues and building lasting client relationships Paused Master’s program midway; leveraging professional experience to pursue Architecture licensure
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE & URBAN PLANNING
Wentworth Institute of Technology | Boston, MA
Bachelor of Science in Architecture and Planning, Cum Laude; Merit Scholarship recipient and Dean’s List honoree
ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE IN ARCHITECTURE
Montgomery College| Rockville, MD
FRENCH BACCALAUREATE IN ECONOMICS
French High School Elite of Beirut | Beirut, LB
COMPETITIONS
Primary Skills | % varies Design Phases | % varies Living Ruins| Kayakoye, Turkey
Schematic Design 85%
Design Development 82%
Construction Documents 87%
DESIGN & TECHNICAL PROJECT SKILLS FINALIST FINALIST
• Adobe Suite 85%
Microsoft Suite 85%
International Building Code and ADA Code Awareness 80%
• Construction Admin. 80%
Relationship Skills | % varies
Client Communication 85%
The Geçit: Open-air museum blending history, nature, and modern design. A sustainable design merging history, culture, and modern visitor experiences
PARTICIPANT PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Team Collaboration 84%
Project Coordination 85%
Eco-Marché Sikasso| Sikasso, Mali
Eco Marché de Sikasso: Blends traditional and modern farming to support local farmers and promote heritage
Temple de la Divinité Africaine| Dakar, Senegal
LANGUAGES HOBBIES MEMBERSHIPS
• Psychology Books
Soccer
Architecture competitions
Exploring New Places
Volunteering
Soccer Coaching part time
3-4 Grade
• Boston Society of Architecture
Consulting Planners of Mass. WIT Alumni
NCARB
Alliance Francaise
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
MAM Mechanical Arts Museum
Manifesto on Technology:
Technology’s role is architecture have been significantly improving throughout time. However, technology should be used in our favor to create a better world by improving our lifestyle, but we rely on it for wrong reasons. Even though i think we should make a better use of technology, I am optimiste with the use of it in the future because of its multipurpose potential to improve our buildings.
Concept:
Cultural Diversity
Concept Statement:
The MIT Campus offers a variety of architecture diverstity around campus. Walking around, I found buildings that caught my attention and got me thinking of combining those different elements into one building. The teaching museum for the mechanical arts blends those architectural elements by creating shadows, open spaces, and a unique experience for students and visitors.
PROGRAM DIAGRAM
LMS
Lowell Maker Studio
Type:
Community makerspaces benefit neighborhoods by fostering creativity, encouraging skill development, and promoting collaboration. They provide shared resources, workshops, and a sense of community pride.
Concept:
Community Makerspace
Concept Statement:
The Lowell Community Makerspace is a visionary architectural project that seeks to bridge the gap between the residential district and the larger city of Lowell, Massachusetts. Situated at a pivotal point, this multi-purpose building not only offers a thriving environment for creative expression and product design but also serves as a welcoming communal space that fosters a deeper connection with nature. The integration of a large open courtyard on the second floor, surrounded by various creative workshops and ample green space, provides an innovative blend of artistic ingenuity and serene natural surroundings.
MLD
The Menschenland
Type:
The Menschenland proposes a building type that acknowledges the historical trauma of the Berlin Wall and Niemandsland. It commemorates life and honors those who lost their lives attempting to cross, while also serving the community’s needs.
Concept:
Library and Flex Building ( Cafe/Speakeasy) and Memorial
Concept Statement:
the Menschenland acknowledges the historical, politcal, and social trauma inflicted by the Berlin Wall and the Niemandlsand by proposing a reinterpretation of the space that commemorates the essence of life through a building program that responds to the needs of the community and honors the death of those who have been tempted to cross
Separation
Double Glass Panel
2x4 Horizontal Timber Stud
Half Timber-Panel
Concrete
BM
Bridging Mattapan
Type:
Providing places to prosper through education, housing, and local business
Concept:
Community Empowerment
Concept Statement:
In the town of Mattapan, my concept focuses on community empowerment through strategic infrastructure development. By building essential structures and spaces, we aim to enhance accessibility, foster economic growth, and create a vibrant environment that empowers residents. Through thoughtful planning and inclusive engagement, we aspire to catalyze positive change, improving the overall well-being and resilience of the Mattapan community.
The Story
In Mattapan, we’re empowering the community through focused building interventions. By strategically enhancing infrastructure, we aim to address needs, foster community pride, and create opportunities for residents to shape their neighborhood’s future.
Benefits of Each Building Intervation
OFFICE PROJECTS
GS Greystar
Type:
Our concept integrates commercial and residential spaces, fostering a vibrant community where people can live, work, and connect seamlessly. Thoughtful design ensures aesthetic harmony and convenience, creating a dynamic urban environment that enhances daily living and economic viability.
Group Members:
Ryan Chemali, Saverio Battaglia, Kaylie Jackson, and Bruno Genessio
Concept:
Through thoughtful design, we aim to contribute to the local community’s vibrancy, enhance economic vitality, and provide residents with a modern, convenient, and interconnected lifestyle. Our vision seeks to establish an architectural landmark that reflects the spirit of Chelsea while fostering a harmonious blend of residential and commercial functions.
Third FLoor
Residents can collectively cultivate a variety of plants, fostering a sense of community and environmental responsibility. This concept not only enhances the building’s aesthetic appeal but also creates a shared space for socializing, and reconnecting with nature within the urban environment.
NB
New Bedford Armory
Type:
Group Members:
LAA was hired by the City of New Bedford to advance the redevelopment of the historic 1.3-acre Armory site into mixed-income housing, focusing on two feasibility scenarios: Scenario B (87 units, 49 parking spaces, 123,110 GSF) and Scenario C (47 units, 54 parking spaces, 88,010 GSF).
Ryan Chemali, Leonardi Aray, Camilla Maruca
Concept:
The New Bedford Armory redevelopment transforms a historic 1.3-acre site into mixed-income housing, preserving the Head House and Drill Hall while adding new units and parking. The project responds to the city’s tight housing market and rising demand, creating a sustainable, community-focused model that blends history with modern living.
Scenario B was selected, featuring full rehabilitation of the Head House and Drill Hall, a new double-loaded corridor building replacing the Maintenance Shop and Garage, ground-level parking in both structures, new dormers for housing within the Drill Hall’s gable roof, and preservation of the Pleasant Street garage wall.
Four housing scenarios were developed for the 1.29-acre historic Armory site, with Scenario B and C advanced to create mixed-income housing while retaining the Headhouse and Drill Hall for Historic Tax Credit eligibility.
SCENARIO A
SCENARIO C
SCENARIO B
SCENARIO D
PH Pittsfiled Housing Plan
Type:
Group Members:
The plan focuses on converting vacant or underused buildings into housing, developing empty lots, and creating mixed-use projects that combine residential units with retail or office space. It also emphasizes affordable and workforce housing to meet the needs of essential workers and a variety of residents.
Ryan Chemali, Leonardi Aray
Concept:
The goal is to revitalize downtown by increasing the residential population, supporting the local economy, and transforming vacant properties into active community spaces. The plan promotes sustainable growth, walkability, and provides clear guidance for developers through project pipelines, zoning updates, and incentives.
Downtown Pittsfield is a walkable, mixed-use district with historic architecture, where the City is promoting residential and mixed-use development through identified Opportunity Sites, guided by the Downtown Creative District design standards and historic preservation incentives, including federal and state tax credits and matching grants; While ensuring cohesive urban design, adaptive reuse of vacant or underused buildings, and adherence to street-front regulations that encourage multi-family and commercial uses.
OPPORTUNITY SITES
FC Frye Circle
Type:
Group Members:
Senior housing renovation an $2.5M overhaul of 11 buildings, including full ventilation and plumbing replacement, ADA and standard unit upgrades, and long-term infrastructure renewal.
Concept:
What began as a modest ventilation upgrade evolved into the comprehensive revitalization of Frye Circle’s dated 1979 senior housing. The project addressed decades of deferred maintenance, transforming outdated buildings into healthy, accessible, and modern living environments for elderly residents.
Ryan Chemali, Leonardi Aray, Camilla Marruca, Jacob Stoke
The scope of work included bathroom repairs and full renovations, kitchen renovations, ventilation upgrades, hot water tank and utility room improvements, crawl space repairs, and the assessment and cleaning of underground roof drainage lines across the property.
SCOPE C
TM Tivavouane Mosque
Type:
Group Members:
The religious chief of the Tivaoune region has collected money to rebuild the mosque that was built in 1907. The architect wanted to preserve the plan layout and overall building envelope to preserve its authenticity.
Ryan Chemali, Ibou Paye, Malick Faye, Aboubacar Traore
Concept:
the mosque has preserved the original envelope to pay homage to the previous chef and the cultural heritage of Tivaouane. Moreover, the Tivaouane Mosque is not only a holly place but a national landmark for the Senegalese
SECTION A 1/200
GENERAL PLAN
SECTION B 1/200
As mentioned, the plans haven’t changed since 1907; However, the plans and sections give an idea of divided room prayers throughout the mosque. The open gathering space has new technological features with sun-shading sensors to make people comfortable due to sun exposure. Also, we can see separate rooms for men and women to offer privacy for believers.
SECTION C 1/200
The mosque counts multiple Islamic architectural features such as gold ornaments, mashrabiya, and pointed arches. These features emphasize power, wealth, and cultural heritage in Islam; Therefore, it was important for the architect to design a safe space for believers in order to satisfy their needs and comfort
01 Gēçit
A visionary open-air museum in Türkiye unites history, nature, and modern design through a sustainable Welcome Center and a path that transforms ruins into immersive cultural spaces
02 Monument De la Divinitee Africaine
“ Le Temple de la divinité Africaine “ reflects my conception of the Senegalese culture through my, knowledge experiences and adventures.
03
Eco-Marché Sikasso
The Eco Market of Sikasso promotes sustainable agriculture by linking tradition and modernity to support the local economy and protect the environment.
04
The Olive House Next Door
Embracing Simplicity and sutainability living off grid by blending the timeless charm of tradition with the lines of modernity
