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Andrea Nagy / Senior Associate Kohn Partnership Architects Inc. (416)-455-1599
1.RESUME
2.AI WORKS
3.WORK EXPERIENCE
4.MULTIPLE CITY
5.THE LINKAGE
SEHUN(ERIC) CHOI
erichoi815@gmail.com | 77 Huntley St, Toronto, ON, Canada, M4Y 2P3 | (416) 262-2749
EDUCATION
George Brown College Toronto, ON Ontario College Advanced Diploma: Architectural Technology Sep 2020 – May 2023
• Academics: Graduated with Honours, Cumulative GPA 3.56/4.00 (Last year GPA 3.83/4.00), Dean’s List (2021–2023)
• Relevant coursework: Architectural Design and Technology 5: Precast Construction /Condo Buildings, Architectural Technology and Sustainable Design 6: Renovations and Retrofits, Structural Systems, Concentration in Computational Design
• Participated in the GBC Co-op Student Program which selected 25 students from the entire Architecture Department
• Presented a multigenerational THE LINKAGE (8-story residential) project and received positive evaluations from 7 architects in the field
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Kohn Partnership Architects, Architectural Firm
Toronto, ON Architectural Technologist Sep 2022 – Sep 2023
• Submitted a Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) application for an 8-story residential building permit process, detailing floor plans, elevations, and overall building sections
• Produced markup change order requests to floor plan layouts, wall types, and energy efficiency ratings, based on the client’s requested modifications, by using Bluebeam
• Coordinated Revit family files to company standards for a single-family model by modifying model lines and properties, making them suitable for use in floor plans for three residential buildings
• Implemented the pyRevit plugin to enhance time saving in projects, by allowing the generation of multiple drawing sheets in one single operation
Base Lab, Construction & Interior Design Company
Toronto, ON Designer and Contractor Mar 2021 – Sep 2021
• Specified sustainable flooring materials, based on the quality, environmental impact, availability, and cost for townhouse renovation, such as solid hardwood, bamboo, and LVT
• Supervised construction contractors to maintain a safe work environment, by providing direction and access to necessary tools and equipment
• Initiated and maintained multiple social media accounts (e.g., Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn) for the company, showcasing detailed specifications of construction, which led to successfully retaining additional clients
Hosting-House, Interior Design Studio
Seoul, KOREA
Interior Designer Apr 2019 – Mar 2020
• Reduced interior materials expenses by 10% reduction for a coffee shop project, by sourcing affordable North American wood product, amid enhanced inflation period and supply scarcity, while maintaining quality standards
• Built comprehensive 2D and 3D models, by using AutoCAD and SketchUp
• Led overall space planning for function allocation, space optimization and openness, by utilizing architectural bubble diagrams
OSAN Air Force Base, Republic of Korea Air Force
Osan, KOREA
Air Force Military Police Officer Nov 2016 – Nov 2018
• Managed a squad, as sergeant by taking care of the physical and mental well-being of the whole team, by checking in on each member on a weekly basis
• Provided escort services for U.S VIPs in collaboration with U.S. military police personnel by conducting a joint pre-survey to plan the movement path based on detailed timelines
ACADEMICS ACTIVITIES
The Future of Work Smart Sustainability Charrette, Brookfield Sustainability Institute Toronto, ON Team Sub-Leader Feb 2023 - Feb 2023
• Optimized team duties by checking their past project performances to seize members' strengths and weaknesses within a three-day time constraint as a leader
• Organized the data of changes in past and post-COVID business environments in Excel
• Constructed viable 3D office concepts such as co-working spaces and VR meeting environments by modeling in SketchUp and rendering with V-Ray software
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Rosedale Art Fair, Rosedale BIA Toronto, ON AI Artist June 2024
• Participated as an artist in an art fair, contributing to artwork selection, exhibition conceptualization, and managing attendee flow
• Achieved over 90% artwork sales through setting reasonable prices and captivating artwork selections that sparked people's interest
• Collaborated with organizers in pre-event meetings to discuss logistics, required supplies, and various aspects, ensuring the successful creation of the art fair
• Created artworks using Generative AI tools, creatively conceptualizing and exploring world history and architecture
Generative AI Lecture, J-curve school Seoul, KOREA Lecturer June 2024
• Instructed people on how to use Midjourney and Gen2_Runway, programs based on generative AI technology
• Conducted a 2-hour online lecture via Zoom for approximately 75 Koreans in the generative AI community in Korea
• Authored a guidebook on AI technology and shared it, enabling students to self-study and learn from the materials provided
Artificial Intelligence Festa Film Competition, Korean Cultural Heritage Administration
Top 20 Out of All Competitors
Seoul, KOREA
May 2024
• Reinterpreted Korean cultural heritage using AI technology to create videos, thereby enhancing accessibility to cultural arts for people
• Completed detailed work by generating over 2000 images through focused concentration during a 2-day competition with strict time management Featured my work at the Festa Gallery, utilizing it in promotional videos
Reimagination of the Historical Architecture A.I Creative Challenge, Parametric Architecture Toronto, ON Top 6 Out of All Competitors Feb 2024
• Created artwork based on the theme of reinterpreting landmarks, researching the history of the Acropolis with a creative concept that imagines a library in Athens, a center of education
• Generated images using Midjourney, retouched them in Photoshop, upscaled images using Magnific.ai, created videos with Gen_AI Runway, and edited videos with Adobe Premiere Pro
Self-Sufficient Home of Tomorrow A.I Creative Challenge, Parametric Architecture
Top 6 Out of All Competitors
Toronto, ON
Nov 2023
• Developed a multi-story home to address the space constraints on the project site by utilizing Artificial Intelligence programs like Mid-journey and Stable-Diffusion through the implementation of text-to-image prompts
• Organized various data about the sustainable challenges and solutions of infrastructure, housing, and food using an Excel table for objectivity
• Obtained crucial information through a visitor who posted their interviews with residents on social media via email and virtual meetings to identify real-world challenges concerning resources and infrastructure in the area
Social Media Content Making, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram Toronto, ON Content Creator Apr 2022 – Current
• Operated a variety of social media accounts to share videos of on-site tasks such as painting, sanding materials, and carpentry since April 2022
• Reached a total exposure of + 151,000 and received + 100,000 likes in TikTok
Light Presbyterian Church Toronto, ON Volunteer Jan 2021 – Current
• Organized the program, Angel's Gift for Christmas, which distributed presents and hand-written letters to the orphan children of an organization named WeTogether
• Engaged in weekly volunteering events which provided free meals and cleaned the church for the homeless
• Planned and participated in monthly drum tutoring lessons for elementary school students in Toronto
SKILLS AND INTERESTS
Technology: Revit, Rhino, Sketch-up, Auto CAD, V-Ray, Enscape, Twin Motion, Bluebeam, Mid-journey, Stable-Diffusion Certificates: Craft Computer Aided Architectural Drawing, Craftsman Interior Architecture, Adobe Photoshop CC Languages: Korean (Native), English (Fluent) Interests: Traveling, Soccer, Instruments (Guitar, Drums, Piano)
AI Design Competition
Project Site: The Parthenon, Acropolis of Athens
Tools Used: Midjourney, Photoshop
Inspired by the ancient education hub of the Acropolis, the project reinterprets the Parthenon temple, preserving its original form while dividing the space in half.
One side maintains the temple’s integrity, while the other provides a community space for education. By studying on-site, visitors organically explore ancient history while reinterpreting the Parthenon. This innovative approach allows for a dynamic interaction with the past, fostering a deeper understanding of ancient civilizations.
The project seamlessly blends historical preservation with modern educational initiatives, offering a unique opportunity for immersive learning and reinterpretation of cultural heritage.
AI Design Competition
AI Personal Challenge
Exhibition at Rosedale art fair
Author of the AI tool guidebook
Creative Practice
Tools: Midjourney, Stable-diffusion
Tools: Midjourney, Stable-diffusion
Creative Practice
Tools: Midjourney, Stable-diffusion
Prompt: 60-30-10 color cinematic twonhouse exterior made of rocky glow texture, inspired by layers of tree bark with colorful, voluminous form, balconies, windows dslr golden hour --c 15, --stylize 200 --style raw
Prompt: A dining table with undulating, voluminous contours inspired by the fluidity of water waves, adorned in renaissance style, exhibiting a crystal color palette. Emphasize the table’s curves, intricate details, and opulent design, capturing the interplay of light and shadow. photorealistic, --ar 16:9 --v 5
Prompt: An interior design featuring house walls crafted from a rocky glow texture, drawing inspiration from the intricate layers of tree bark. Infuse the walls with vibrant, voluminous forms and a warm color palette, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Highlight the details of the bark-inspired texture and the interplay of warm light. --ar 16:9 --v 5
Working Experience
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MULTIPLECITY -RENOVATION
May 2023 | Renovation | Multigeneration
“Unity refers to the whole. Multiplicity refers to the parts of the unity which can be considered separately.”
Existing House
Renovated House
SITE INFORMATION:
-33 West Adams Avenue, Etobicoke, Canada
-Brick masonry construction
-Two storey single family
-Unfinished basement
CLIENT: SENIOR PETERSON
-70 Years old
-Fit Condition
-Son, daughter-in-law & grandson (4 yrs old) moving in
-Possible rental unit
PROPOSITION
Our idea is to transform a typical Toronto house into one that can grow and adapt over time to the changes a family may require. A house that can function as separate units while allowing for spaces where people can come together and socialize.
FOCUSING ON
Acoustic separations, private entries, and flexible gathering spaces.
EXISTING & NEW CONSTRUCTION
DIAGRAMS
- Raised porch echoing the neighbours’ visual cues
- Basement walk out
- Dedicated entrances for the three different units
- Upper level unit, Main level unit an Basement unit (left- right)
PHYSICAL MODEL SCALE 1:100
Software: Revit & Lookx (AI Render)
THE LINKAGE -RESIDENTIAL
May 2022 | Multi-gerational Residential
ON, Canada, M9C 3P8
Location: 95 Melbert RdEtobicoke,
The site is located at 95 melbert road, which is in eringatecentennial-west deane, in Etobicoke. Toronto Pearson International Airport exists on the north side of the area. this analysis shows historical, geographical, and infrastructural charasteristics of the site.
Eringate-centennial-west
HISTORY OF ETOBICOKE
The name “ETOBICOKE” comes from Mississoso’s first ethnic group, Etobicoke Creek, and its surrounding area, “Adobigok.” Etobicoke is a part of Toronto, but its natural beauty and community-oriented neighborhoods give it a unique identity. This location was developed around residential areas rather than industrial development.
First reference to “etobeconk” as a township in the minutes of a york county meeting 1799
1958
Etobicoke moves into its new municipal centre at 399 the west mall
Becomes an independent township with its own elected council, led by a reeve 1850
Etobicoke township, mimico, new toronto and long branch amalgamated to become the borough of etobicoke 1850
Etobicoke buys its first township hall at 4946 dundas st. w. from a methodist church 1890
Etobicoke, along with scarborough, north york, york and east york, are incorporated into the city of Toronto 1998
PERCENTAGE OF IMMAGRATION
Etobicoke township, mimico, new toronto and long branch became 4 of 13 municipalities in the new municipality of metropolitan Toronto 1953
Etobicoke incorporated as a city
NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE DATA
Area: Eringate-centennial-west deane
Location: West end of Toronto
Category: Residential neighbourhood
Populaton: 18,588
Population density: 2,171 people per sq km
Institutions: Dentennial park, West deane park, Eglinton avenue west and highway 427
Born In Canada Immigrated Non-permanet residents
THE PICTURE OF ETOBICOKE
The land value of the site will increase due to the line 5 eglinton, which is now under construction (eglinton crosstown west extension) between mount dennis and renforth drive. in addition, another link from renforth drive to pearson international airport is proposed. the project is estimated to be complete by 2030-31.
BENEFITS
PROPOSED MULTI-GENERATIONAL RESIDENCE
PLANS
• Improves access to transit for area residents
RENFORTH PLAZA ETOBICOKE OLYMPIUM SENECA SCHOOL
• Reduced daily travel times for commuters
• Economic and community growth along the future transit line with job creation opportunities MODERATE VEHICULAR TRAFFIC
• 7 stations from mount dennis to renforth drive
• Up to 3 more for the potential link between renforth drive and the airport
• 37,000 daily boardings by 2041
Proposed multi-generational residence
Renforth plaza
Etobicoke olympium
SITE ANALYSIS DIAGRAM - NATURE & ENVIRONMENT
Seneca school
No frill’s (Grocery)
Scotiabank
SITE ANALYSIS DIAGRAM - TRAFFIC & CIRCULATION
The building was designed as a space to provide a place for multi-generational coexistence. The name of the building is called The Linkage. The word “link” means to connect, and when combined with “age”, it becomes Linkage. The philosophy of its design was to create an area to connect people from all walks of life, regardless of age or ability.
The courtyard and backyard space encourages and facilitates community interaction, but also includes private spaces for people who wish to be alone or desire some quiet. There are plenty of open, green space for families to gather and for children to play. The courtyard is at the center of the building, just like community is central to our design philosophy.
Residents on the upper floors will not feel so disconnected to the outside, as the exterior corridor looks out into the courtyard below. Exterior halls have glazing that can slide open, allowing it to be open to the outside, but be closed during inclement weather. This allows for more natural sunlight into units, reducing the need for excess artificial lighting.
With the busy lifestyle of modern city living, people are becoming more socially isolated. The goal was to create relationships that are difficult to create in the modern society, by encouraging community engagement and interaction between people of all ages. We designed this space to connect people through The Linkage.
SITE STATISTICS
INTERIOR WALL ASSEMBLIES
one-bedroom one-bedroom + den access from the balcony from the corridor from the courtyard one-bedroom one-bedroom + den access from the balcony from the corridor from the courtyard
EXTERIOR WALL ASSEMBLIES
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