Shraddha Kemse is a licensed Architect and Designer whose work spans built spaces, speculative environment design, and mass research.

RESUME


EDUCATION :

Master of Architecture
Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc)2022

Master of Parametric Design
ControlMad Advanced Design Center, Spain2018

Bachelor of Architecture
Dr. Bhanuben Nanavati College of Architecture, India2017

LICENSES :

  1. Associate Member, American Institute of Architects (AIA)

  2. Licensed Architect, Council of Architecture, India (COA)

PUBLICATIONS & CONTRIBUTIONS :

  • Architectural Design Contributor, “The Foothill Catalog Foundation” — 2025

  • Post Natural Soundscape project (collaboration with Daniel Tovar) — 2021

  • Master of Parametric Design Thesis published in ControlMad Journal — 2018

  • Preservation & Restoration of Varanasi Ghats — Published in collaboration with the University of Illinois and BNCA — 2016

  • Emergency Shelter Design Project, United Nations Academic Impact Initiative — 2014

  • Settlement Study Publications, BNCA — 2013–2015

WORK EXPERIENCE :

Shraddha Design + ArchitectureFounder, Design Principal
India | 2018 – Present

  • Lead design and execution of residential and custom furniture projects

  • Client liaison, presentation development, and design briefings

  • Oversee project progression from design development to construction documentation

  • Supervise team delegation and city permit compliance

Synthesis Design + ArchitectureLead Architectural Designer, Project Coordinator
Los Angeles | 2024 – Present

  • Lead designer for projects including “JewelBox” Café

  • Sustainability design analysis and consultant coordination

  • Responsible for permit sets and cross-discipline project management

Tom Wiscombe ArchitectureTechnical Designer, Team Lead
Los Angeles | 2023

  • Promoted from Architectural Designer to Technical Designer

  • Projects include NEOM - The Line, Qiddiya Performing Arts Center (KSA), and Palisades House (LA)

  • Led SD set development and structural design detailing

  • Managed team deliverables and client coordination (under NDA)

SLSD Inc.Architectural Designer
Los Angeles | 2022 – 2023

  • Designed and documented residential projects including “Curtis” and “Montecito” developments

  • City code compliance for Los Angeles County

  • Coordinated schematic and design development phases

  • Prepared full permit documentation

SCI-Arc (Southern California Institute of Architecture)Teaching Assistant
Los Angeles | 2021

  • Assisted professors Randy Jefferson and David Freeland

  • Supervised and mentored student work in Building Design & Technology

  • Facilitated design workshops and coursework coordination

Sai AssociatesArchitect, Site Supervisor
India | 2018 – 2020

  • Worked on projects like “Panchsheel” (23-floor residential tower) and “Suraj Nagar” affordable housing

  • Supervised site execution and coordinated with engineers and contractors

  • Participated in schematic and construction design phases

FOLDS Design StudioJunior Architect, Project Coordinator
India | 2018 – 2019

  • Contributed to facade, office interiors, and luxury housing design

  • Led design training initiatives

  • Oversaw 3D modeling, printing, and construction documentation

Venkataramanan AssociatesRevit Intern
India | 2016

  • Lead intern for coordination on interior public sector projects

  • Assisted in preparation of permit sets

  • Engaged with principal architects on design execution

Avesana Design StudioArchitecture Intern
India | 2016

  • Supported residential project design development and client presentations

SKILLS :

Software Proficiency :

  • Revit

  • AutoCAD

  • Rhinoceros 3D

  • Grasshopper (and associated plug-ins)

  • Adobe Creative Suite

  • Key Shot

  • V-Ray