Yoav Ronat

Experience

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  Irit Kochavi Architects

  May 2014 - Nov 2014

  Architectural Intern

  Internship. Concept design, graphic design, advanced 3D modeling and visualization renderings.

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  Kimmel Eshkolot Architects

  Nov 2014 - Nov 2018

  Architectural Designer & Computational Design Lead

  - A key design-team member in numerous prestigious projects in the fields of public buildings, education centres, luxury residential, student dorms, workplaces and city planning- Led the computational and parametric design aspects of the firm's most innovative projects - Head of IT, computer acquisitions and software integration

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  Studio CHIMERA

  Feb 2016 - Nov 2017

  Technology & Business Operations Manager

  - Developed and led the technical aspects of client design projects and educational workshops. - Led a complete business cycle including client acquisition, negotiations and contracts. - Designed, built and operated the studio's web page (Wix) including the use of Google analytics.

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  Self-employed

  Nov 2016 - now

  Architect, Product Designer & Computational Design Consultant

  - Provide architecture and product design services in the private and public sectors. - Collaborate with various internationally-recognized individuals in the fields of architecture, industrial, fashion and exhibition design.- Design and fabricate innovative digital/physical products using visual programming platforms and programmable micro-controllers (Grasshopper, Arduino, Python).Website: www.yoavronat.com

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  LabTech London Limited

  Nov 2018 - Jan 2022

  Design, manage and deliver fit-out projects in central London, from inception to completion. Including direct liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors: operating budgets, works scope, and contracts. Some of my primary responsibilities are:- Take full responsibility for all aspects of design and technical coordination, integration, and quality, ensuring meeting all project and client objectives.- Assist the Project Manager in achieving the commercial performance outcomes of the project, sharing responsibility for work planning, forecasting, identification of change events and programming of the project.- Drive technical collaboration with stakeholders and other external parties to ensure the integrity of the overall design.- Take responsibility for meeting all necessary quality assurance requirements across all contributing technical disciplines.- Take responsibility for the consistent application of technical methodologies across all disciplines to deliver project requirements and drive performance.Some of my additional responsibilities are:- Support Commercial Managers with project-specific design issues, give guidance and oversight for all design milestones and facilitate internal stakeholder alignment and sign-offs with leadership. - Coordinate and collaborate with a wide variety of internal operations, design and client-side stakeholders to increase efficiency in project delivery and design process and facilitate design-related cross-discipline workshops.- Implement design and value engineering initiatives to reduce fit-out costs while keeping the highest design and construction standards.- Gather feedback from the Operations team and lessons learnt from delivery teams to continuously improve quality and efficiency in the design throughout the entire project life cycle. Show less - Project lead architectural designer overseeing the design and construction of co-working spaces in central London.- A Key member in design-related business strategy team including sales, operations, IT, procurement and finance.- Initiated and managed the process of implementing computational design and BIM technology in the company. - Managed client relations and custom design requests, including coordination of project completion.- Developed and executed the company's design-related work standards and processes. Show less

  • Design Manager

    Jul 2021 - Jan 2022

  • Interior Architecture & Computational Lead

    Sept 2019 - Aug 2021

  • Architect

    Nov 2018 - Sept 2019
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  Musical Beings

  Jan 2022 - Nov 2022

  Lead Product Designer

  Under a Pre-Seed startup venture - Led the design, research, development and prototype fabrication of intuitive musical instruments providing a new way to experience and play music. The instruments combine natural materials with high technology.

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  DERMAN VERBAKEL ARCHITECTURE

  Nov 2022 - now

  Lead R&D Architect and Urban Planner

  Leading the Research and Development of advanced computational design tools for significant and cutting-edge urban planning and design schemes.

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  SCE - Shamoon College of Engineering

  Oct 2023 - now

  Lecturer and Studio Mentor

  Teaching at the Negev School of Architecture (NSoA):- Studio Mentor in third-year Studio "Sphar" (Frontier):Studio "Sphar" in the Negev focuses on designing and building a small community pavilion, blending architectural research with local materials, digital fabrication, and community involvement. The aim is to address the social void in the Negev communities exacerbated by neglect and ongoing conflict. By creating a sustainable space using environmentally conscious methods, the studio seeks to provide a shared meeting place, offering comfort and a collective perspective for the future during challenging times.-Lead Lecturer for Advanced Parametric Design Course:Guiding third-year students through an in-depth exploration of advanced computational design principles and processes, this course delves into a diverse array of fields and techniques. The primary emphasis is on cultivating a deep understanding of real-world projects and case studies, fostering a holistic approach to design thinking within the realm of parametric design. Show less