ABOUT KARINA
Karina Solorzano is currently a fifth-year undergraduate student at Woodbury University in Burbank, Ca. Architecture is a practice she sees as the study of the old; inspired by social, economic and political forces; and the creation of the new; fueling the betterment of built and organized human societies as we progress into an ever-changing future. This portfolio is a collection of selected works during her time studying architecture. These works demonstrate her passion for architecture, as well as her proficiency in its representation and her interest in learning more about the discipline.
Work Experience
KPFF Consulting Engineers | 2021 - 2023
Civil CAD Designer
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Starbucks | 2017 - 2020
Barista & Trainer
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The Bay Club | 2016 - 2018
Front Desk Receptionist
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Black House Management & Hospitality Group | 2013 - 2017
Lead Hostess/ Food Runner / Manager's Assistant
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Crate & Barrel | 2012 - 2014
Sales Associate
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Education
Woodbury University, School of Architecture
Bachelor's of Science in Architecture: 2019- Present
Anticipated Graduation: May 2023
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El Camino College, School of Architecture
Associates of Science in Architecture: 2019
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West Torrance High School
High School Diploma - 2013
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Licenses & Certifications
Certificate of Achievement, Architecture
El Camino College : 2019
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Engineering 101 Certification
KPFF Inc. : 2022
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Volunteer Experience
Member
The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
2022-23
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Board Member
Architecture & Environmental Technology Advisory Council
El Camino College : 2019
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Member
Geography and & Environmental Conservation Club
El Camino College : 2018-2019
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Scholarships
Presidential Merit Scholarship
Woodbury University : 2020-2022
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Software Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
- ArchiCad
- AutoCad
- BlueBeam Revu
- Civil 3D
- KeyShot
- Lumion
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Revit
- Rhinoceros 3D
- Sketch Up
- Vray for Rhinoceros 3D