1. Kenishaa Katyal
2A Honours Architectural Studies, Co-op | University of Waterloo
Cell: +1 226 973 9889
Email: kenishaa.k@hotmail.com
Portfolio: http://issuu.com/kenishaakatyal/docs/portfolio___kenishaa_katyal_74cdea361af735
Summary of Qualifications
• Highly proficient in architectural representations, through both digital (Rhino 3D, Adobe
Creative Suite, MS Office) and analog (hand drafting and modeling) renderings
• Strong graphic design sense, oral presentation skills, and creative writing abilities developed
through completing multiple studio projects and formal exhibitions of academic work
• Able to grasp new skills quickly and work well under pressure and in fast-paced environments
while preserving quality of work
• Flexible and self-motivated individual who succeeds in both independent and collaborative
projects
Education
University of Waterloo School of Architecture, Cambridge ON, 2014-Present
Candidate for Honours Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Co-op
Still More Junk (Collaborative), 1B Design Studio, Feb 2015 - Mar 2015
• Designed a transformation of ‘junkspace’ to residential dwellings in Cambridge, ON
• Created a complete set of digital architectural drawings through softwares such Rhino 3D and
Adobe Creative Suite
• Hand-modeled a basswood and plexiglas structure for representational purposes
A Maker’s Space (Independent), 1A Design Studio, Nov 2014 - Dec 2014
• Designed an artist’s residence and studio rent space located on the Grand River
• Represented work through a complete set of hand-drafted drawings
• Built a representational basswood model
Relevant Courses: Design Studio, Building Construction, Visual Communications,
Environmental Design, Cultural History
London Central Secondary School, London ON, 2011-2014
Ontario Secondary School Diploma
Maintained an academic average exceeding 85% throughout high school
Experience
Tutor
Aberdeen Public School, London ON, Nov 2013 - Apr 2014
• Successfully communicated unclear academic concepts to students in grades 1 - 8, facilitated
after school programs such as the Homework Club
• Received recognition in the congratulatory news article reporting on the elementary school’s
fast-improving academic ranking

2. Sales Associate (Co-op position)
Hudson’s Bay Fashion Retailer, London ON, Sept 2012 - June 2013
• Communicated with customers and employers to determine their needs, successfully
executed tasks required to fulfill them
• Arranged and maintained appearance of merchandise displays
Achievements
Excellent Academic Standing 2014, University of Waterloo
Academic average exceeding 80%
Merit Scholarship 2014, University of Waterloo
Entrance average 85%-89.9%
Award of Excellence & Honour Roll 2010-2014, London Central Secondary School
Academic average exceeding 85% throughout high school
University of Western Ontario WISE program 2013-2014
Credit received in Visual Arts
This competitive program allows 100 secondary students with an academic average exceeding
85% to receive one university credit during their junior or senior year)
Ontario Business Educators’ Association Award 2012
Desktop Publishing Contest, Senior Division
Spelling Bee of Canada 2010 & 2009, Richmond Hill ON
Attained second and third places in Spelling Bee competition
Extracurricular Activities
Certified Yoga Instructor, SVYASA Yoga University, Bangalore, India, June 2015
• Lead classes, managed class schedules, communicated with co-instructors and students
• Completed a month-long Yoga Instructor’s course
Fanshawe Yacht Club and Sailing School Member, London ON, 2010 - 2014
• Participated in regattas, thrived in both independent and collaborative situations, developed
quick decision making skills
• Placed second in a partner collaboration (420 category) at the 2014 Club Championships
Regatta
• Attained CANSail 4 certification
Amabile Choir of London Member, London ON, 2011 - 2013
• Won two gold medals in the 2013 International Choral Competition in Preveza, Greece
• Performed national anthems for the 2013 ISU World Figure Skating Championships
Interests: Film, fashion, graphic design, music, literature