TAIWO OLUWATIMILEHIN timitaiwo2@gmail.com ttimi@vt.edu
EDUCATION Virginia Tech B.Arch | Architecture and Design Honor Roll (2020-Present) WORK EXPERIENCE Construction Experience Site worker | fall 2022. - Ran calculations for construction, optimizing wood usage resulting in a 20% reduction in overall construction costs. -Managed execution of assembly methods and assessed material properties on-site, contributed to a 15% improvement in construction efficiency through implementation of streamlined processes. Black College Institute Student Staff Leader | summer 2023. - Facilitated direct and effective communication with students, assuming the role of their student leader. - Led a team of 8 students, fostering a cohesive environment that results in an increase in team satisfaction and successful integration into student led research at a college level. RESIDENCIES Riva San Vitale, Switzerland Wood Urbanism Research | spring 2024. - Currently working as a student researcher engaged in comprehensive research and analysis while studying abroad. - Actively exploring the intersection of wood utilization and urbanism in contemporary and modern architecture. - Collaborating with peers on ongoing studio projects to delve into the cultural, environmental, and architectural aspects of integrating wood in urban landscapes. - Investigating the unique representation of wood in current architectural practices, particularly within the context of Central Europe. - Emphasizing sustainability, cultural relevance, and design innovation in my current exploration of wood and urbanism in architecture. REFERENCES Robert Dunay, FAIA, ACSA Distinguished Professor,T. A. Carter Professor of Architecture | rdunay@vt.edu Brian Katen, FASLA, RLA | bkaten@vt.edu Deidre Regan | dregan@vt.edu
HONORS Winner of AIAS ISDC 2023. Black Love Exhibition Anchor Artist. WAAC FAB Scholarship Recipient. Honors Grant Recipient. VT GEO Scholarship Recipient. VT 2nd yr Competition Finalist. BMEN Outstanding Student. CAMPUS Events Chair of ASA Graphic Designer for SOHHL Admin for BSA SKILLS Illustration Photography Graphic Design Creative problem solving Public Speaking Modeling SOFTWARE Rhino Revit AutoCAD Adobe Creative Suite Microsoft Office Suite Portfolio
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