Ho-gyum Kim, AIA

Senior Project Designer

Brooklyn, 11220.

About

Highly accomplished and results-driven Senior Project Designer with over 10 years of experience in leading complex architectural projects from concept through completion. Proven expertise in guiding design ideation, developing compelling architectural solutions, and orchestrating multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, on-budget, and on-time projects. Adept at fostering strong client relationships and championing innovative design cultures across diverse sectors including hospitality, residential, education, and mixed-use developments. Registered Architect in New York State with a comprehensive understanding of design, documentation, and project management tools.

Works

Dwight School Hanoi

Dwight School Hanoi

Summary

Education project (60 classrooms + STEAM labs, Gym, Pool, 800 seat Auditorium)

Aventura Mall

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Summary

Retail development

Gentor Monterrey

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Summary

Hospitality/Residential complex

555 River House

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Summary

Mixed-Use development (Office, Hotel, Resi, Convention, Parking)

High Tech Tower

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Summary

Mixed-Use development (Office, Hotel, Resi, Convention, Retail)

Blowing Rocks Condominium

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Summary

Residential development

01_Fontainbleau Resort and Casino

01_Fontainbleau Resort and Casino

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Hospitality/Convention development

Rutgers Univ. Masterplan

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Summary

Higher Education Masterplan - Concept Design Phase

30 Park Place

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Summary

Residential tower with Amenities Floor Interior (82F)

Kyungju Convention Center

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Convention/Exhibition center

National Daegu Science Center

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Summary

Cultural Science Museum

Sejongro Four Seasons

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Summary

Hospitality project (322 keys)

YTN Media Center

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Summary

Corporate Broadcasting facility

Korea Power Exchange

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Corporate office building

Cheongju University Arena

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Summary

Cultural facility (6,000-seat Arena, Swimming Pool)

Experience

Carlos Zapata Studio

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Senior Project Designer

New York

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Summary

Led design and project execution for a diverse portfolio of architectural projects, from initial concept through detailed design and construction admin.

Highlights

Spearheaded design ideation sessions and developed compelling design resolutions, consistently meeting high design standards across all projects.

Orchestrated seamless coordination with consultants, designers, and regulatory authorities, ensuring design integrity and achieving on-time, on-budget project delivery.

Cultivated robust client relationships, effectively translating client aspirations into successful architectural visions and outcomes.

Championed an open-minded and collaborative design culture, fostering innovation and exploration within multidisciplinary project teams.

Robert A.M. Stern Architects

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Intern Designer

New York

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Summary

Contributed to interior design development, custom detailing, documentation, and visualization for various architectural projects.

Highlights

Assisted in developing detailed interior designs and custom architectural elements for high-profile projects, including a luxury residential tower.

Produced comprehensive documentation and high-quality visualizations to support design presentations and project approvals.

Heerim Architects and Planners

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Lead Designer

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Summary

Led design efforts for numerous competition entries, overseeing various stages from conceptualization to team management.

Highlights

Spearheaded design for multiple award-winning and high-placing competition entries, demonstrating exceptional conceptual and technical design capabilities.

Managed and coordinated primary systems, massing, and facade design, ensuring comprehensive project integration and aesthetic coherence.

Directed visualization efforts and managed design teams, optimizing workflow and achieving successful project outcomes.

Awards

2025 Architizer Vision Awards_Jury Winner (Vision for Housing)

Architizer A+Awards

2025 Forge Prize

AISC(American Institute of Steel Construction)

Growing Rowhouses

2024 ENR Global Best Projects Award_Best Projects in Education

ENgineering News-Record

Dwight School Hanoi (CZS)

2018 Prix de Versailles: Continental Awards North America

Prix de Versailles

Aventura Mall (CZS)

2016 Chicago Athenaeum: International Architecture Award

The Chicago Athenaeum

High Tech Tower (CZS)

2015 Korean Architecture Awards - Prime Minister Award

Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, ans Transport

Korea Power Exchange (Heerim Architects ans Planners)

Skills

3D Modelling & Parametriic Design

*.3dm, *.gh, *.max, *.ma, *.blend, *.cat.

Documentation

*.rvt, *.dwg.

Graphic Design & Post-Production

*.ai, *.psd, *.ind, *.aep.

Rendering

*.vrscene, *.tm, *.drs.

Office Productivity Suite

*.xls, *.doc, *.ppt.

PM & CA

Bluebeam Revu, Procore, A-site, Dalux, Navisworks.

Licensure and Affiliation

NCARB

National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)

Registered Architect

NY State

AIA Brooklyn

American Institue of Architects

Education

Hongik University

Seoul
Bachelor of Science in Architecture

Columbia University GSAPP

New York
Master of Architecture
Ho-gyum Kim, AIA