Architecture

Get in touch at jzkekst@me.com

About Me.

Jordan Kekst is a fourth-year architecture student at the University of Miami School of Architecture, proficient in hand drafting, 3D modeling, and advanced visualization techniques. He has worked as an intern at various architectural practices for the past four summers, contributing to projects ranging from residential to civic architecture, producing detailed drawings, renderings, and technical documentation while collaborating closely with consultants, clients, and project teams.
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Jordan has also served as a teaching assistant for visual representation I, II, and III, strengthening his ability to communicate complex architectural concepts clearly and effectively to students. His work reflects a commitment to thoughtful design, sustainable practices, and adaptive problem-solving, with a focus on integrating technology and material exploration into architectural projects. He combines creativity, precision, and professional rigor to deliver meaningful and well-executed design outcomes.
Education.
2022 - 2027
University of Miami
Bachelor of Architecture (5 Years)
Cognate in Philosophy
Provost's Honor Roll
Member of SCA and USGBCS
Projected Graduation May 2025
2018 - 2022
Milken Community High School
Graduated with Honors
Head of School Award
Outstanding Leader of the Performing Arts Award
Architecture + Design Institute (4 Years)
Member of National Honors Society and Tri-M Music Honors Society
Experience.
2024 - Present
University of Miami, SoA
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant for Visual Representation I, II, and III. Assisted Professors Haley Smith, Carie Penabad, Drew Dunphy, Stephen Wisniew, Juan Yactayo, and Maclane Regan in instructing students in drawing, measurement, and the use of architectural tools and software including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Rhinoceros, and AutoCAD. Served as Coordinating Teaching Assistant with Professor Carie Penabad for Visual Representation I in Fall 2024.
Spring 2025 - Fall 2025
Cure & Penabad Architects
Architectural Intern
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Documented a historic residential building through measured drawings and architectural photography, developed new floor and demolition plans, developed elevation drawings, and created a presentation for the Historic Preservation Board.
Summer 2024 - 2025
Ferguson & Shamamian Architects
Summer Architectural Intern
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Worked on a residential project over two consecutive summers, developing schematic design drawings including plans, sections, elevations, interior elevations, reflected ceiling plans, and structural sections. Produced 3D study models, door and window schedules, hardware schedules, and device and wallplate matrices. Conducted precedent and product research, selected hardware, coordinated with manufacturers, collaborated with engineers on lighting and HVAC systems, and produced archival drawings.
Summer 2023
Gabbay Architects
Architectural Intern
Assisted in the design and documentation of four residential and six additional projects, creating construction drawings, permit sets, renderings, 3D models, and presentation materials.
Summer 2022
Donaldson + Partners
Summer Architectural Extern
Supported architects with Photoshop collages, project documentation, Rhino7 modeling, tectonic physical models, 3D printing, and laser cutting.
Skills.
Rhinoceros 3D
Grasshopper
AutoCAD
Forma
ClimateStudio
Architectural Photography
SketchUp
ArcGIS
Lumion
D5 Render
Adobe Creative Suite
Fabrication
Drawing
Analogue Drafting
3D Printing
Lasercutting​