Resume

Devendra Kumar

Licensed Architect with the Council of Architecture, India

Education

IIT Roorkee, India2023 - 2025

Master of Architecture

Major in Advanced Building Technology, BIM, and Computational Design.

Postgraduate thesis: “Simulation-driven design of Kinetic Facade.”

M.B.M. University, Jodhpur2016 - 2021

Bachelor of Architecture

Undergraduate thesis: “Museum of Modern Art, Kolkata.”

Work Experience

BEL, IIT RoorkeeJun 2024 - Aug 2024

Research Intern

  • Created parametric kinetic-facade models using Grasshopper, Rhino 3D, and Dynamo.
  • Developed a kinetic facade prototype using 3D printing and automation techniques.
MOFA Studios, New DelhiMar 2022 - Jun 2023

Junior Architect

  • Managed projects from concept to completion, including design, construction drawings, and client coordination.
  • Developed detailed BIM models in Revit to improve workflow efficiency and accuracy.
  • Collaborated with consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to meet project goals.
  • Conducted site observations and maintained project documentation.
  • Used Rhino 3D and Grasshopper for parametric design and complex fabrication drawings.
  • Created precise 3D-printed models to improve visualization.
Play Architecture, BangaloreJun 2019 - Dec 2019

Architectural Intern

  • Developed advanced 3D models using Rhino 3D and Grasshopper.
  • Created physical models and collaborated with the principal architect and design team.
  • Produced technical and contract documentation for construction projects.
NOAF Interiors, DubaiJun 2018 - Aug 2018

Interior Design Intern

  • Prepared detailed joinery drawings and construction documents.
  • Developed mood boards showcasing color schemes, materials, and textures.

Skills

BIM / CAD

Rhino 3D, AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp

Programming & Simulation

Grasshopper 3D, Ladybug Tools, DIALux, ClimateStudio, Dynamo, DesignBuilder

Rendering

Lumion, Enscape, D5 Render

Presentation

Adobe Suite, Filmora

Awards & Achievements

CODIN.Compete2024

Mather Square

Secured third position.

Solar Decathlon India2024 - 2025

Multi-Family Housing

Finalist in the Multi-Family Housing category.

Workshops & Courses

NIT Patna2025

BIM Tools, Techniques and Practices

Course covering Revit Architecture, structures, Navisworks, and building performance analysis.

IIT Roorkee2024

Building Sciences and Simulation Tools

Workshop on ClimateStudio and Ladybug Tools for environmental analysis and simulation.

GIS Workshop

Geographic Information Systems

Workshop focused on learning and applying QGIS.

Solar Decathlon India2024

Net-Zero Energy and Water Building

Completed self-learning modules on net-zero energy and water buildings.

Designuru 2.02019

Timbrel Vaulting

Hands-on workshop on techniques for constructing timbrel vaults.

Projects

IIT Roorkee, India2024

An Approach to Net-Zero Energy Building

  • Developed a net-zero energy strategy for an existing building.
  • Conducted an energy audit to analyze consumption patterns.
  • Created detailed energy models using Rhino 3D and Ladybug Tools to simulate building performance and optimize the envelope.
Prototype Development

Kinetic Facade Prototype

Developed a working prototype based on RMIT University’s kinetic facade system using 3D printing, Arduino integration, and environmental sensors.