Architecture Portfolio (for Master or Bachelor degree application)

From 86 C$ /h

I am a dedicated architecture tutor and a graduate of Yale (M.Arch II) and HKU. With over 9 years of experience since 2017, I have successfully guided dozens of students into top global programs, including GSD, UPenn, GSAPP, UCL, HKU, Polimi, TU Delft, etc. My professional background combined with my patient, structured approach ensures that students not only build outstanding portfolios but also develop a deeper understanding of architectural design.

With a background spanning mainland China, Hong Kong, and the US, I have developed an understanding of and sensibility for the academic cultures and design standards of leading universities in the US, the UK and the Commonwealth, and Asia.

Based in Shanghai, I specialize in conceptual and narrative-driven portfolio development. I help students with:
Refining existing projects;
Developing new projects through one-on-one tutoring;
Competition design;
Architecture portfolio reviews for graduate school applications;
Project storytelling;
Portfolio organization and image editing/manipulation;
Graphic layout and visual identity;
Modeling and software troubleshooting;
CV and personal statement development;
Interview preparation, etc.

Availability (EST): Regularly 7:00–11:00 AM; occasionally 8:00 AM–12:00 PM.

Location

Online from United States

About Me

I am a dedicated architecture tutor and a graduate of Yale (M.Arch II) and HKU. With over 9 years of experience since 2017, I have successfully guided dozens of students into top global programs, including GSD, UPenn, GSAPP, UCL, HKU, Polimi, TU Delft, etc. My professional background combined with my patient, structured approach ensures that students not only build outstanding portfolios but also develop a deeper understanding of architectural design.

With a background spanning mainland China, Hong Kong, and the US, I have developed an understanding of and sensibility for the academic cultures and design standards of leading universities in the US, the UK and the Commonwealth, and Asia.
Based in Shanghai, I specialize in conceptual and narrative-driven portfolio development.
I help students with:
Refining existing projects;
Developing new projects through one-on-one tutoring;
Competition design;
Architecture portfolio reviews for graduate school applications;
Project storytelling;
Portfolio organization and image editing/manipulation;
Graphic layout and visual identity;
Modeling and software troubleshooting;
CV and personal statement development;
Interview preparation, etc.

Education

Yale University, Master of Architecture II 2019-2021;
Hong Kong University, Master of Architecture 2016-2018
Harbin Institute of Technology, Bachelor of Architecture 2011-2016

Experience / Qualifications

Practical Architect and Designer; participated in multiple winning entries of practical design competitions, with projects grounded.
Served as a Guest Critic for architectural design studios at multiple universities.
Recipient of Yale University Scholarships and the Alumni Association Traveling Scholarship.
Winner of multiple international student competitions, including TerraViva, BlueStar, Revit, etc.
Work featured in several publications and exhibitions.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Chinese

Skills

Architecture

Interior design

Adobe photoshop

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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