Deekshita Ponugoti
Architect / designer
A Bit About Me
Ever since I can remember, I’ve wanted to be a designer. There’s something magical about transforming an idea into a space that people experience and interact with daily. My inspiration stems from the belief that spaces can do more than house activities—they can shape lives.
I’m passionate about creating meaningful environments that make life better for their users, whether that means a more functional home, a sustainable workspace, or a breathtaking public area. With every project, my goal is to design with purpose and intention, ensuring that each space tells its own story.
Education
Expected Graduation - May 2025
Graduated June 2023
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, School of architecture
Master of Architecture
Concentration in Building Performance | Concentration in Tall buildings
Manipal Academy of Higher Education, School of Architecture and planning
Bachelor of Architecture
Work Experience
January 2023 - August 2023
June 2022 - December 2023
June 2019 - July 2020
Architect Hafeez Contractor, Architecture Intern
• Gained extensive experience in designing a variety of commercial and residential projects
• Worked on project production that involved site visits and the production of detailed architectural drawings and sketches
• Worked on providing creative solutions, managing blueprint files, and utilizing AutoCAD and BIM modeling software to create 3D printed models,
• as well as working on diverse landscape design concepts with detailed drawings.
Team One Architects, Architecture Intern
• Worked on the design of multiple commercial/residential projects, performed site visits, and produced detailed architectural drawings and sketches
• Provided creative concept solutions and maintained blueprint files, documents, and records
• Worked on various landscape design concepts and produced detailed drawings for the same
Serene by Technomax, Design Intern
• Worked on residential and commercial projects and keenly assisted in furniture design and its detailing
• Collaborated with 3d modelling, model making, graphic representation of various designs at various scales
April 2019 - June 2019
RCR Interiors, Design Intern
• Measured existing projects and created as built drawings using Revit and AutoCAD
• Participated in client meetings and schematic design reviews
Awards and Distinctions
Fall 2024
Fall 2023
Design Excellence Award Honorable Mention
Design Excellence Award Nomination
Skills
BIM Software
3D rendering
Design Skills
Presentation
Soft Skills
Languages
Autodesk Revit | Autodesk AutoCAD | SketchUp | Rhino
Lumion| V ray | twin motion
Drafting | Sketching | Critical problem solving | Model making
PowerPoint | Adobe photo shop | InDesign | Illustrator | Procreate
Public Speaking | Fundraising | Critical Thinking | Collaboration | Strategic Thinking | Research & Information Gathering | Adaptability
Fluent in English | Native Speaker in Telugu | Conversational in Hindi