CV
Education
Rhode Island School of Design, Interior Architecture
2024-present(2026)
MDes program in Exhibition and Narrative Environments
Tongji University, School of transportation engineering
2019-2023
Bachelor of Engineering in Traffic Engineering
Employment
Research Assistant, Rhode Island School of design
09/2024-02/20205
• Conducted material research and experiments, focusing on recycled rubber.
• Explored unfolding methods and joint structures.
• Experiment with tension wood frame structures.
Intern, Department of Architecture Design, Yichang Architectural Design and Research Institute Co., Ltd
06/2023-08/2023
• Gained insight into architects’ job responsibilities and design institute workflows
• Learned to coordinate work across different departments
• Participated in practical projects and developed proficiency in computer-aided drawing
• Enhanced professional skills and coordination abilities required for architects
Intern, L&A Academy
07/2022-09/2022
• Researched architectural and cultural aspects of Yunnan villages through museum visits
• Contributed to group discussions and organized presentation materials
• Created analytical diagrams, architectural and interior design proposals, including rendering
Referrals
Francesca Liuni | Assistant Professor • Interior Architecture | Rhode Island School of Design
Email: fliuni@risd.edu | Relationship: Advisor & Course Instructor
Jehanzeb Shoaib | Critic• Interior Architecture | Rhode Island School of Design
Email: jshoaib@risd.edu | Relationship: Course Instructor
Skills
2D Design Software: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, AutoCAD.
3D Design Software: Rhino, Grasshopper, Revit, Lumion, Vary, DIALux evo.
Woodworking: table Saws, Band Saw, Drill Press, Vertical Panel Saw,Sander, Thickness Planer, etc.
Machines: Sewing machine, Knitting machine, tufting tools, Laser cutter, 3D printer, Pen Plotter, Vinyl cutter, etc.
UI/UX: Figma.
Coding: Basic Python.
Research
NASA SUITS Challenge 24-25, RISD x NASA , Industrial Design Department
10/2024-present
• Collaborated with the programming team in the design team to create a suit for performing missions on the Moon;
• Responsible for the hazard drop function in the navigation section, considering all user interaction details and workflow.
• Designed the prototype, identified issues in the testing process with users, and made necessary adjustments.
Lighting Design for Tongji University Museum, College of Architecture and Urban Planning, Tongji University
04/2023-06/2023
• On-site measurement
• Responsible for generating analytical diagrams and modeling using Dialux evo
• Redesigned the lighting system for the museum
• Generated drawings and conducted data comparisons using Dialux evo
Product Design and Innovation Inspired by Eggs—Beauty Tools, College of Design and Innovation,Tongji University
03/2022-06/2022
Instructor: Zhenyuan Liu, Associate professor
Abstract: We draw inspiration from eggs’ form and the eggshell’s texture, and then choose any subject for product design.
• Developed conceptual designs
• Formed teams based on conceptual plans
• Collaborated with team members on refining product details
• Responsible for modeling
• Responsible for 3D printing and assembling the product parts
• Shot and edit a video showcasing the product
Traffic Improvement Design for the Intersection of Zhongshan North Road and Lishan Road, School of transportation engineering, Tongji University
09/2021-03/2022
Instructor: Xuesong Wang, Professor
• Conducted on-site surveys of the intersection and its surroundings, documenting land types, population distribution and flow,
traffic distribution, special facilities, and adjacent buildings
• Analyzed and summarized the issues at the intersection, including pathways, conflict points, sightlines, traffic signals, and
surrounding facilities
• Proposed short-term and long-term improvement plans
• Presented the findings to experts in Shanghai and officials from the Traffic Police Department
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