RESUME
VANESSA PIERRE LOUIS
DESIGNER
ABOUT ME
+1 (786) 419-7911
vpierre.arch@gmail.com
Architecture graduate with a growing focus in landscape architecture, dedicated to designing spaces that restore ecosystems and deepen the relationship between people and nature. Passionate about native planting, habitat creation, and sustainable site design that enhances well-being for both humans and wildlife.
EXPERIENCE
11/2022 - 07/2024
05/2023 - 08/2023
10/2022
06/2019 - 07/2019
06/2018 - 07/2018
FULFILLMENT ASSOCIATE
Amazon | Miami, FL
Organized and coordinated packages for efficient delivery, developing strong spatial awareness, logistical planning skills, and an understanding of structured workflows— valuable in architectural design and project organization.
ARCHITECTURAL INTERN
Atelier Akari | Miami, FL
Worked as an architectural intern assisting in plan development, conducting site visits to observe contractor work, and taking precise measurements—gaining hands-on experience in design execution and site coordination.
ARTIST ASSISTANT
FIU Architecture RDF Lab | Miami, FL
Assisted an artist in gathering inspiration and research for an Art Basel exhibition, contributing to the creative process through spatial analysis and conceptual development.
GRADUATE ASSISTANT
University of Miami | Miami, FL
Assisted a graduate student in research at UM’s hurricane tank simulator, analyzing how wind impacts wave motion and structure stability using a scaled house model to study extreme weather effects on built environments.
TEACHER ASSISTANT
Garden of Light Academy Inc | Miami, FL
Assisted a teacher in preparing class materials and supporting kindergarteners, fostering organization, communication, and adaptability in a dynamic learning environment.
EDUCATION
Graduated
04/2025
ACHIEVEMENT
04/2025
09/2023
MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE
Florida International University
FIU | Miami, FL
2025 MASTER PROJECT AWARD
FIU | Wings and Whispers (Portfolio p.6)
MINIMAL DWELLING ARCHIOL COMPETITION
Certificate of Merit | Forest in Cave (Portfolio p.18)
EXPERTISE
Rhino 3D
Autudesk Revit
AutoCAD
Lumion
LANGUAGE
D5 Render
Native: Haitian Creole
Fluent: English
Intermediate: French
Basic: Mandarin Chinese
WINGS AND WHISPERS
p.6-15
Thesis Project Master Project Award
ELEVATED GROVE
p.16-25
Coconut grove Community Center
THE FOREST IN THE CAVE
LIFE ON A MOUNTAIN p.34-41
Biophilic Residential/Commercial p.26-33 03
Minimal Dwelling Competition
01 WINGS AND WHISPERS
Harmony Between Birds and Human
2025 | Thesis Project | Takeshita St, Tokyo
Master Project Award
Wings and Whispers is a project that reimagines urban spaces as sanctuaries for both people and birds. Inspired by the movements and habitats of the Japanese White-eye, Brown-eared Bulbul, and Eurasian Tree Sparrow, the design creates an immersive environment where city dwellers can slow down and reconnect with nature. Rooted in plant research and bird behavior, the project transforms an underutilized site near Takeshita Street into a dynamic space that fosters human-bird interactions. Over time, Wings and Whispers will expand to repurpose empty parking lots across Tokyo, integrating greenery and natural habitats into the urban fabric.
東京 TOKYO
TAKESHITA ST
Japanese White Eye Area
Plant choices within the building were carefully based on the birds’ needs, creating an environment that supports their food sources, shelter, and daily rhythms.
Tokyo’s steady year-round rainfall provides a reliable source of water to nourish the reflective basins nestled throughout the space.
The nursery below offers many of the same plants found in the space above, encouraging people to grow them at home and deepen their bond with the birds in their own surroundings.
The plants were intentionally spread throughout the space to reduce competition among birds for food and territory, creating a more peaceful and balanced environment for coexistence.
This project is just the beginning, with plans to transform other vacant parking lots into gentle sanctuaries for local birds and quiet spaces where the community can pause, connect, and whisper with nature.
DESIGN 1
DESIGN 2
DESIGN 3
ELEVATED GROVE
2022 | Community Center | Coconut Grove, FL
Elevated Grove is a four-story community center designed to seamlessly integrate with its natural surroundings while promoting passive cooling and sustainable water management. The structure embraces an open design philosophy, featuring expansive openings on all exterior walls to facilitate cross-ventilation, reducing reliance on mechanical heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
SECOND FLOOR
THIRD FLOOR
FOURTH FLOOR
The open central space in Elevated Grove captures the prevailing wind, guiding it through the structure where it passes over the ground-level water source, creating a natural cooling effect throughout the building.
Simpson Stopper
Asiatic Jasmine
Blue Porterweed
Agave
Beautyberry
Spanish Lavender
The second floor lobby overlooks the atrium, with a main staircase leading to the communal space below.
A bird’s eye view reveals the atrium’s circular layout and cooling water element at the heart of Elevated Grove.
THE FOREST INSIDE THE CAVE
2023 | Residential | Tokyo, Japan
The Forest inside the cave was implemented after taking our client’s mountain climbing hobby into consideration. The project is located in Japan where nature is of the upmost importance. In Japanese architecture, the symbiotic relationship between the traditional Japanese house and garden is extremely important. Japanese architects and designers make an eort to replicate the natural environment, which represents purity, simplicity, and calm. The design embraces simplicity, functionality, and a deep respect for the environment. This architectural approach aims to minimize the use of resources and focus on essential elements, while maximizing the connection between the built environment and the natural world.
Floor Concept: Inspired by Tatami, Shaped by Movement
Inspired by traditional Japanese tatami mats, the floor layout guides movement through a rhythmic, modular design. Curved like a gentle bowl, the edges offer natural comfort — turning the floor into a soft, multifunctional surface for resting, stretching, or simply being.
THIRD FLOOR PLAN
Second Bedroom Office/ Working Area
FOURTH FLOOR PLAN
Master Bedroom Skylight Area
Master Bedroom
Second Bedroom
Dining Room/ Kitchen
Steel column that increases and decreases in size
Thin stairs and ladders for a lighter feeling
Steel floor structure curved for rest
Opening for lighting and nature
Office/Working Area
LIFE ON A MOUNTAIN
FALL 2023 | Residential/Commercial | Sanya, China
Vanessa Pierre Louis Sebastien Pierre Louis
On a small island in China, an innovative organic dome is redefining the boundaries between public and private spaces while embracing sustainable living. Designed as a shared living space for two families, the dome also houses a restaurant and farmer’s market, seamlessly integrating agriculture into its outer shell to support food production. Prioritizing environmental harmony, the structure harnesses natural light, rainwater collection, and sustainable materials like mycelium, recycled steel, and Ecosense glass, fostering a self-sustaining ecosystem. This visionary project represents a paradigm shift in urban design, merging modern living with ecological consciousness to create a truly innovative and sustainable architectural landmark.
EDEN EMBRACE s
Vanessa Pierre Louis