Curriculum Vitae
Evan Chakroff | CV [pdf]
Via Benedetta, 26 | 00153 Roma, Italia | +39 (0) 346 815 5134 | evanchakroff@gmail.com
Education
Master of Architecture (M.Arch. I) | Ohio State University | Columbus, Ohio, USA | 2009
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering | Tufts University | Medford, Massachusetts, USA | 2003
Professional Experience
Massimiliano Fuksas Architetto | Rome, Italy
Junior Architect | 09/2009-Present
Actively participated in the development of an urban masterplan for Pavia, Italy. Primary responsibilities included 3D modeling, rendering, preparation of client presentations, and coordination with structural consultants.
Herzog & de Meuron Architekten | Basel, Switzerland
Intern Architect | 09/2007-09/2008
Contributed to all aspects of the conceptual design and design development of a mixed-use tower for New York City and the rehabilitation of a historic armory as a contemporary art space and concert venue. Developed design concepts, produced digital and physical models, constructed measured drawings, and prepared client presentations.
Advanced Engineering Consultants | Columbus, Ohio, USA
Engineer-In-Training | 09/2004-11/2005
Designed and drafted mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for residential, commercial, and institutional projects. Coordinated construction documents, and acted as network administrator for a small office.
Rene D’Adamo Architects | St. Croix, US Virgin Islands
Designer | 07/2004-09/2004, 07/2006-08/2006
Prepared conceptual diagrams, digital models, renderings, measured drawings and details for small-scale residential and medium-scale commercial projects.
Academic Experience
Ohio State University | Columbus, Ohio, USA
Auxiliary Professor | 06/2009-08/2009
Assisted professor Jacqueline Gargus in the preparation and day-to-day operation of an intensive six-week study tour through Europe. Lectured on architectural history and theory, mediated student discussions, and prepared a publication for use as a recruitment aid for future study-abroad courses.
Graduate Research Associate | 06/2007-09/2007, 09/2008-06/2009
Collaborated with visiting professor Nick Gelpi on a year-long design research project. Contributed signifigantly all aspects of project conception and realization, including production of detailed drawings & models, digital fabrication, and design of the final gallery exhibition (09/2008-06/2009). Assisted professors Jeffrey Kipnis and Jose Oubrerie in the preparation of a forthcoming publication, including preliminary research, curation of reference material, and development of a preliminary graphic design strategy. (06/2007-09/2007)
Graduate Teaching Associate | 09/2006-06/2007
Assisted Professor Terry Sullivan in the administration of several technical courses in building systems.
Technical Skills
Design & Presentation
Adobe Suite | 10+ years experience
AutoCAD | 6+ years experience
Rhino 3D / Grasshopper | 3+ years experience
Microsoft Office | 10+ years experience
Fabrication
Zcorp Rapid Prototyper, 3-Axis Mill, ULS/Epilog Lasercutters, Foam cutters | 3+ years experience
Woodworking power tools | 9+ years experience
Publications & Exhibitions
“Jose Oubrerie: Miller House” | Publication pending (2010).
Introduction essay, Graphic design, digital photography.
“The Articulate Surface” | Publication pending (2010).
Digital photography.
“Mockups” Exhibition | Banvard Gallery | Columbus, Ohio (06/2009)
Collaboration with professor Nick Gelpi. Design concepts, drawings and models, fabrication and installation.
“Coop Himmelb(l)au: Beyond the Blue” Exhibition | Wexner Center | Columbus, Ohio (04/2009)
Physical model construction and repair.
“Architecture Beyond Building” | Surface Magazine, China (10/2008)
Digital photographs to accompany text by Li Jin. 11th Architecture Biennale, Venice.
“Wanderlust: KSA Students Abroad” Exhibition | Banvard Gallery | Columbus, Ohio (09/2007)
Exhibition design concepts, digital photography, and installation.
“Franco Albini, Museums and Installations” Exhibition | Banvard Gallery | Columbus, Ohio (02/2006)
Collaboration with professor Kay Bea Jones. Exhibition design concepts, physical models, and installation.
References
Available on request