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Julia Ogando de Mello, LEED Green Associate
J U L I A O G A N D O D E M E L L O
C O N T A C T
312 - 483 - 3374
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T E C H N I C A L S K I L L S
Rev t AutoCAD Rh no SketchUp Enscape Lum on Grasshopper
C mate S ud o Adobe Su te B uebeam
Microso t Off ce CNC
Laser Cut ing
3D Pr n ing
L A N G U A G E S
Portuguese - F uent
Engl sh - F uen
C E R T I F C A T I O N S
LEED Green Assoc ate - USGBC
H O N O R S / A W A R D S
WING Mentorship Program - AIA
Chicago
Dean s L s - IT
Leadersh p Ce t f cate - M A and L a Sel Leadersh p Academy
R E F E R E N C E S
Stephen K b er k bler@ t edu
Monika Sm th
monikas@apexdesignbu d net Jenna Dez nsk md@ etter co
E D U C A T I O N
Bache or o Arch tecture August 2021 - May 2026 inois nst tute o Technology GPA 3 8
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W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
Archi ec ura Intern May 2025 - Aug 2025
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Produced deta ed draw ngs in Rev t or PK-12 and h ghe educat on pro ects across a l stages of he des gn process strengthen ng techn ca pro ic ency and coord nation sk l s
Ass sted wi h s te v s ts and punch sts, ga n ng prac ical know edge of const uct on processes and adm n strat on
Deve oped render ngs in Lum on and Enscape present ng opt ons o c ents and ref n ng based on feedback
Respons b e or he schemat c design kickoff of a renovat on and add t on pro ect Presented three des gn op ions coord nated w th the c ent through week y meet ngs and advanced the chosen scheme into a three-phase deve opment p an
Architec ura In ern Feb 2025 - May 2025
Apex Des gn Bu d Ch cago L
Produced draw ngs n Rev t for hea thcare pro ects inc ud ng casework deta l ng and n er or e evat on sheets st engthen ng echn ca prof ciency and coordinat on sk s
Contr buted to the deve opment of design concepts and mater a pa e tes ref n ng se ect ons based on pro ect goa s and c ent equests
Deve oped p o ec spec f cat on sheets n coo d na ion w th cl ents vendors, and o her d sc p nes to s reaml ne procurement and mainta n pro ect schedu es
Soc a Media Manager Aug 2023 - Dec 2024
A AS I T Chapter, Ch cago L
Managed and created content for the A AS socia med a accounts and assisted w th outreach ini iat ves to create opportuni ies for s udents to part cipate n oca events and conferences
Landscape Arch tecture ntern Jun 2023 - Ju 2023
Pame a Se f Landscape A ch tects Ch cago L
Ga ned p act ca exper ence w th on-si e p o ec management dur ng the lengthy insta at on of he year y lora d sp ay n the p anters a ong M chigan Avenue translat ng conceptua deas nto act onab e p ans w th n a dynam c rea -wor d env ronment
Architec ura In ern Jun. 2022 - Ju 2022
Odebrecht Empreend mentos Sa vado Braz
Ut zed AutoCAD software to re ine and make ad ustments to the design of a proposed high-r se res dent a bu d ng in response to mon hs of feedback f om c ty of ic a s resu t ng n the pro ect s eventua approval by the ci y
Produced market ng mater a s inc ud ng render ngs and ustrated plans for the n t al launch of a h gh-r se resident al bu d ng p o ec o he p at ract potent a nves ors and cl ents
Contr buted on-si e dur ng the f nal stages o construct on of a two-tower h gh- ise res dent a bu d ng complex oversee ng the nsta ation of f n shes manag ng mater a de veries, and address ng c en and bu der nqui ies
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Materials and Skills Incubator Chicago, IL Pgs. 4 - 25
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Lake Meadows Library Chicago, IL
Pgs. 38 - 45
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Northerly Island Campus Chicago, IL Pgs. 26 - 37
Overton School Chicago, IL
Pgs. 46 - 53
Materials and Skills Incubator
Typology: Workshop
Location: Chicago, IL
Studio Partner: Mariame Kahack Year Long Studio Project, Fourth Year Software: Rhino, Adobe Suite, Enscape
The goal of the project is to create an impact that extends far beyond the site itself. It will serve as an incubator space where community members can collaborate, sharing skills and materials sourced from nearby autobody shops and manufacturing centers to create a diverse body of work, ranging from mixed-media sculptures and textile art to home improvement projects. These will then be showcased on the site and flow out into the neighborhood.
Study exploring expansion of the site across the alley, massing, and program organization.
exploring massing and organization of program the site.
Study exploring 2nd story connection to the trail level, massing, and program organization. Study exploring massing and organization of program across the site.
Study exploring extension of the site across the trail, massing, and program organization.
exploring massing and organization of program across the site.
Site analysis focusing on studying the site’s history as a indutrial hub.
Site Axonometric
Massing Circulation
Facade Landscape
Solar and Wind Studies
HVAC Studies
Landscape Studies Water and Drainage Studies
Gallery South Facade - Dyed Hand Crafted Terracotta Tiles
Workshop North Facade - Dyed Hand CraftedTerracota Tiles
Workshop North Facade - Double Skin Facade with Terracota Tile Screen
Workshop East and West Facade - Double Skin Facade with Terracota Tile Screen and Green Curatin
Structural design provide a opportunity for using local materials and showcasing local specialized labor.
Local Materials
Cladding tiles produced on site by community members provide a opportunity for skill sharing.
Skill Sharing
Design build strategy for the studios provides a opportunity for material exploration and skill sharing.
Hands on Learning
Creative Expression
Gallery provides a space for showcasing local talent and innovative designs.
Showcase Local Talent
Northerly Island Campus
Typology: Mixed Use Development
Location: Chicago, IL
Studio Partner: Hali Parker and Ava Brown
Studio Project, Fifth Year
Software: Rhino, Adobe Suite
This project reimagines Northerly Island as a public campus centered on wellness, recreation, and gathering along Lake Michigan. The program includes a pool, a spa with cold plunge and sauna, an event center, and a café, organized to frame views, respond to climate, and extend activity into the landscape.
The cafe building is designed to sit on the rocky edge between Northerly Island and Lake Michigan. The building frames both a view towards the lake and a interior rain garden designed to highlight the visual and auditory qualities of the edge cndition it sits on.
The event center is designed to sit on top of a hill taking advantage of the existing topography to frame view both towards the Chicago skyline and away from the city towards Lake Michigan.
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View of the interior courtyard of the event center.
The pool building is the first building on the site and is designed to frame views of the island highlighting the existing laggoon.
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Lake Meadows Library
Typology: Library
Location: Chicago, IL
Studio Project, Third Year
Software: Rhino, Adobe Suite
Embracing the timeless charm of bay windows and the enduring appeal of brick, this adaptive reuse design thoughtfully re-imagines the tradition-al library and market, transforming it into a vibrant community hub that honors its architectural heritage. The carefully articulated facade not only enhances visual interest but also creates intimate spaces that invite learning and relaxation. On the ground floor, a lively market buzzes with activity, complemented by a welcoming coffee shop that serves as a social focal point.
Bronzeville Bay Window Study
Solar Decathlon Competition
Typology: School
Location: Chicago, IL
Partners: Jadedon, Nicholas, Miguel, Mahek, Tariq, Bogdan, Jimmy
Solar Decathlon Competition Project, 5th Year
Software: Revit, Sketchup, Rhino, Sefaira, Open Studio, Enscape, Adobe Suite
Located in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood, the former Overton Elementary School (1963, Perkins & Will) is reimagined as a 6–8th grade Montessori middle school. The project explores a net-zero, performance-driven adaptive reuse strategy that integrates building systems and environmental design within a historically significant, community-anchored facility to create a flexible, future-ready learning environment.
Photo by Perkins and Will Architects
Additional insulation layers added on top of the existing roof significantly improves overall building performance, and lowers the EUI value.
Replacing the existing single pane glazing with anew high efficiency triple pane glazing assembly and additional insulation layer at the window sill helps prevent thermal bridging and significantly improves building performance.
Original Roof Assembly
Improved Roof Assembly
Original Glazing Assembly
Improved Glazing Assembly
Other Work
Design + Build, Model Work
This section highlights a range of different fabrication skills including laser cutting, 3D printing and the CNC machine.
Digital Fabrication
Design + Build
Exploration
Axonometric
CNC Machine, Wood Working
Bookcase made using the CNC machine and other wood working tools.
Model Making
Model made using laser cutter, 3D printer, and other wood working tools.
Detail showcasing the natual light filtering into the space through the terracotta double skin facade.
Detail of the handmade terracotta tile facde.
View through the garage door into the wood working workshop.