Berkeley May - August 2023

Awarded $5,000 to research the architecture of refugee camps. Traveled to the West Bank and, upon return, showcased my findings through photographs at the College of Environmental Design at Berkeley. 

Digital gallery can be explored at:

force-of-control.karreth.com

October 2024 – present

Design and build physical models to explore form, material, and spatial ideas, collaborating closely with the team during concept and design development phases. Developed strong hands-on fabrication skills and a creative ap- proach to representation using Rhino, Fusion 360, CNC, laser cutters, and shop tools to prototype original con- cepts. Explore innovative techniques with unconventional materials and methods. Manage the model shop and oversee all phases of production, with most models supporting internal design exploration and select work pre- sented to clients.

February 2022 - May 2024

Managed customer service, ceramics studio operations (including kiln loading and clay recycling), supported darkroom and screenprinting classes (restocking chemicals, assisting students, answering queries, selling equipment), communicated with instructors, facilitated evening closures. In the Creative Lab, handled event photography and designed, printed, and distributed advertising material for Student-Run Organizations.

June – July 2022
March - August 2021

Experienced a deep dive into all phases of construction and project management in the heart of Berlin’s historic Kurfürstendamm on the Fürst project. Project consisted of 47,000m2 of new office space and tasks LEED protocols, supervising construction processes to overseeing crane deployments.

June – July 2022

Spent two intensive months in the kitchen of this Chinese fine dining restaurant helping prepare the fixed menu and tea pairing. Through long shifts and incredible attention to detail, learned how to navigate a high-stress environment successfully while learning the inner workings of the fine dining industry.

uuu-berlin.de

June - August 2020

Learned to perform key maintenance duties within this office complex in Munich. Tasks included plumbing, heating, gardening, and janitorial duties.