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Hastily sketched buddies

I will commit to standing out. I’ve found that people have been receptive to my hobbies and art I do outside of school work. I placed some of my personal work at the end of my portfolio, and both coworkers and this time my externship host have expressed interest and support for my drawings. I will try to make this a greater part of myself, and have it come through in my professional work as well.

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Welcome Warmth

Upon stepping foot on the 15th floor of DCAMM, Brenna greeted me with warmth and excitement and invited me into a very welcoming environment. Today we were introduced to members of the energy and planning team as well as the employees around the office during our tour of the floor. Ray gave us a very informative and descriptive tour of the State house which was interesting to learn about not only the architecture details and historical preservation but a bit of American history as well. It is clear that the DCAMM office operates very efficiently and collaboratively with all teams reaching out and communicating to complete projects. We learnt early on in the day the different paths (getting on and off highway exits was a metaphor used) is what make the DCAMM teams so knowledgeable and valuable. I am eager to continue to learn more about the other teams that make up DCAMM. 

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Hi everyone! I’m Puneet Dhillon, and I am entering the fourth semester of my Master of Architecture program this spring. My perspective on design is grounded in my experience as a project manager, where I’ve learned that the true soul of a building is found in the synergy between complex construction logistics and the philosophy of architecture. I’m driven by the challenge of translating conceptual built environments into tangible structures, often using my skills as an illustrator to bridge the gap between technical execution and artistic vision.

I'm grateful for the opportunity to extern at SGH - a firm that sits at the intersection of innovative design and rigorous engineering. I can’t wait to learn more about the technical complexities and building science that SGH is known for.

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Hi I am Bianca!

Hi, my name is Bianca DiCaro, and I am in my first year of the Master of Architecture program. I am originally from Toronto, Canada, but moved to Boston for school. I am so excited for my week with DCAMM, where I will learn about public building construction and design.

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Hi, I’m Aires Dos Reis :]

Hello Everyone! My name is Aires Dos Reis! I’m currently in my third year of my Bachelor’s of Architecture Degree at the BAC. I’m from a tight knit community just north of Boston MA, and I’ve allways been tied to my Cape Verdean ethnic and linguistic history. In architecture, I hope not to dominate the world, but to listen to it. I design with sustainability, practicality, and evolution in mind, accepting that our buildings are temporary echoes within a much larger, living landscape. By embracing life’s transience, I seek to create spaces that quietly reflect the people who inhabit them and harmonize with nature. Architecture, to me, is not certainty, but attentiveness, the joy of watching, seeing, and leaving behind something thoughtful, gentle, and enduring. I’m grateful for the opportunity to join PCX and am excited to learn from AECOM by watching, listening, and engaging with the realities of architectural practice. :]

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Hello!! My name is Nutsa Gabriadze. I'm currently moving into my 4th semester at the BAC. I am an international student from Kutaisi, Georgia but have actually never lived there. I had the opportunity to live internationally in Switzerland, Japan, and Azerbaijan. I feel lucky to be in Boston now and to have the opportunity to complete the PCX program with GFT! I can't wait to learn with a firm that also specializes in engineering and construction.

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While YBB promotes the core values of youth development and community service, it stands out as an innovative non-profit offering a hands-on approach to construction and design training. Our programs provide opportunities in vocational education, counseling, and other life skills that readily strengthen and prepare students for the workforce upon graduation.

Learn more about YouthBuild Boston. 

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Fresh perspective drives meaningful outcomes.

We ask the right questions, dig deep, and are alert to new possibilities. Our curiosity reframes problems in productive ways and drives compelling outcomes.

Good design begins with investigative thinking.

Both compelling concepts and flawless execution require a high level of intentionality at every step of the process and an attentiveness to new ideas and perspectives that emerge along the way.

Iterative processes lead to stronger solutions.

Initial design scenarios, while imperfect, clarify the functional and architectural problems to be solved. It is only by tenaciously drawing through the project multiple times that a conceptually clear, functionally resolved, and visually compelling solution can be found.

Pragmatism can lead to the unexpected.

In order to meaningfully innovate, we assess the issues to tackle with fresh eyes and an unwavering focus on the problems to tackle. Satisfying spatial solutions in one targeted area will result in the discovery of productive ways to understand and tackle other aspects of the unfolding design.

Learn more about Utile.