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Ali Piwowar

Ali Piwowar

Architect Assistant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Architect

  • Education

    • College Board, New York

      2008 - 2009
      Advanced Art

    • University of South Australia

      2012 - 2012
      Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) Design

      School of Art, Architecture and Design

    • Carleton University

      2009 - 2013
      Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) Design

      Activities and Societies: Alpha Pi Phi, Engineering Orientation, Carleton University Greek Council, Great Northern Concrete Toboggan Race, Carleton Student Engineering Society, Order of Omega

    • Carleton University

      2013 - 2015
      Master of Architecture (MArch) Architecture

      Activities and Societies: Alpha Pi Phi Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism

  • Experience

    • Peter J. Kindree Architect

      Oct 2011 - Aug 2012
      Architect Assistant

      + Space occupancy planning for workstations in government building fit-ups using stacking diagrams for maxiumum space and use efficiency+ Digital and physical document organization and printing on A1 to A4 size paper+ Completed product research and assembled sample boards for clients

    • Carleton University Immersive Media Studio

      Sept 2013 - Sept 2015

      Parliamentry Precinct: West Block Rehabilitation Building Information Model Project+ Modeled exterior openings, walls, chimneys, and roof of the west block+ Used parametric systems to manipulate deformations in stone walls and windows+ Actively participated in team co-operation, work delegation, and lab-wide problem-solvingCultural Diversity and Material Imagination in Canadian Architecture (CDMICA) Research Project+ Researched and documented historic construction techniques brought to Canada by immigrant populations between 1825 and 1925+ Used point cloud data from 3D laser scans to model construction details, materials, and sites (such as log churches) in AutoDesk REVIT+ Completed field research, historic data analysis, and documentation in Ontario and Saskatchewan Show less

      • Architectural Researcher

        Jul 2012 - Sept 2015

      • Teaching Assistant

        Sept 2013 - Apr 2015

    • PIWOWAR

      May 2014 - Jan 2016
      Designer

      + Design services for projects such as residential additions and renovations+ Work with clients through design phase to prepare digital models and working drawings for permit application+ Space planning drawings, 3D perspectives, and renderings provided to help client visualize the design

    • The National Trust for Canada

      May 2015 - Sept 2015
      Architectural Heritage Research and Design Coordinator

      + Fascilitated, presented, and collaborated on architectural projects and initiatives in community development in rural towns+ Researched, documented and reported on heritage projects and innovative ideas of varying scales in different provinces

    • Public Works and Government Services Canada | Travaux publics et Services gouvernementaux Canada

      Sept 2015 - Dec 2018
      Intern Architect

      + Provide conservation and architectural advice to support heritage conservation projects while working as part of a multi-disciplinary team+ Undertakes assigned technical research and assists with site investigations and data collection on a range of federally designated heritage buildings

    • The Heritage + Design Company

      Apr 2016 - now
      Founding Principal, CEO

      + "Re-imagining heritage spaces in rural places": through community engagement workshops, innovative ideas are brought to life through multimedia presentations and design-build projects.+ Provide design advice for rural heritage properties; identify unique tangible and intangible cultural heritage assets; and translate the essence of place into community-based projects.+ The Heritage + Design Company seeks to facilitate and participate in rural community revitalization through heritage projects rooted in the unique tangible and intangible characteristics of place. Show less

    • Peter J. Kindree Architect

      Nov 2018 - Dec 2019
      Intern Architect

    • National Trust for Canada

      Jan 2019 - Nov 2019
      Regeneration Project Manager

    • Public Services and Procurement Canada | Services publics et Approvisionnement Canada

      Jan 2020 - now
      Project Manager

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Bilingual Certificate

      Regina Catholic School Board
      Jun 2009

    • Licenced Architect

      Ontario Association of Architects
      Mar 2020

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Ali Piwowar
      ACO NextGen Award Architectural Conservancy of Ontario October 1, 2020 Recognizes an individual early in their career for outstanding contribution to the field of heritage.
    • Awarded to Ali Piwowar
      10 Women Leaders in Heritage in Canada - Mar 2020 Recognized as one of 10 female leaders in heritage in Canada by the National Trust for Canada.
    • Awarded to Ali Piwowar
      Phi Pride of the Decade Alpha Pi Phi March 1, 2019 Recognizing the dedication and continued involvement to better the organization over the previous 10 years.
    • Awarded to Ali Piwowar
      AIA Henry Adam's Medal American Institute of Architects Jun 2015 Each year, The American Institute of Architects awards an engraved medal and certificate of merit to the top-ranking graduating student in each architecture program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (or CACB for Canadian schools).
    • Awarded to Ali Piwowar
      Herb Stovel Scholarship The National Trust for Canada Jun 2015 Awarded based on innovative work in the heritage field through exploration of the adaptive reuse of wooden grain elevators in Saskatchewan for Master of Architecture thesis.
    • Awarded to Ali Piwowar
      Building 22 (student publication) - 2014 Featured Projects: The Place Where Guns Go To Die (MArch studio 2 project); Wellington West (studio 6 project); Ambleside Redevelopment (studio 7 project)
    • Awarded to Ali Piwowar
      Cyril Leeder Award for Urban Design Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism 2014 The Cyril M. Leeder Prize is awarded annually to students making an outstanding contribution to Urban Design.
    • Awarded to Ali Piwowar
      Carleton University Departmental Scholarship Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism Jul 2013 Entrance Scholarship
    • Awarded to Ali Piwowar
      Presidents Award Carleton University Greek Council Apr 2011
    • Awarded to Ali Piwowar
      Carleton University Entrance Scholarship - Sep 2009
    • Awarded to Ali Piwowar
      Sisters of our Lady Mission Scholarship - Jun 2009 Based on involvement in school, parish, and community in addition to high academic standing

  • Volunteer Experience

    • New Student Mentor

      Issued by Azrieli Architecture Student Association on Sept 2010
      Azrieli Architecture Student AssociationAssociated with Ali Piwowar

    • Electoral Officer

      Issued by Alpha Pi Phi Sorority on Sept 2015
      Alpha Pi Phi SororityAssociated with Ali Piwowar

    • National President

      Issued by Alpha Pi Phi Sorority on Apr 2014
      Alpha Pi Phi SororityAssociated with Ali Piwowar

    • Annual "Walk for Memories" Volunteer

      Issued by Alzheimer's Society on Sept 2009
      Alzheimer's SocietyAssociated with Ali Piwowar

    • Head, Vice Head, and Facilitator

      Issued by EngFrosh on Sept 2010
      EngFroshAssociated with Ali Piwowar

    • Relay for Life Participant

      Issued by Canadian Cancer Society on Sept 2009
      Canadian Cancer SocietyAssociated with Ali Piwowar