Alexia Borcoman

Final year Architecture student with excellent Adobe Suite and 3D-modelling skills gained by actively participating in university projects and international competitions. Looking for a Part 2 Architectural Assistant position that will allow me to further develop my skills while working in a stimulating environment.

PART 1 ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANT - Fairhursts Architects, Part of Bond Bryan Group - Manchester

(2023-01 - 2025-01)

Contributed to the delivery of high-profile laboratory, office, and mixed-use refurbishment and fit-out schemes across the UK. Worked closely with directors and multidisciplinary teams on projects ranging from £0.5M to £40M across RIBA Stages 1–4, with growing responsibilities in design development, technical detailing, and client coordination.

• Led and supported design, spatial planning, and technical detailing on multiple lab and office refurbishments (2,000–15,000+ sqm)
• Independently compiled Stage 2 design reports, feasibility packages, and Design & Access Statements in line with planning and client requirements
• Produced and coordinated GA drawings, room data sheets, C-sheets, and wall/ceiling details
• Delivered visualisation packages for marketing and client engagement using Revit, Twinmotion & Photoshop
• Managed project data across BIM models, including parametric families and model health reviews
• Actively engaged with interior designers, MEP and structural consultants, sustainability specialists, and project managers
• Collaborated on design solutions in occupied refurbishments, conversion schemes, and tenant-fit-out projects by attending and contributing to client briefings, consultant coordination meetings, and internal design reviews

DESIGN CHARETTE PARTICIPANT - Diller Scofidio + Renfro - New York City

(2025-04 - 2025-04)

Selected to represent Manchester School of Architecture in a transatlantic design collaboration hosted by Diller Scofidio + Renfro. Worked alongside students from Clemson University School of Architecture to reimagine adaptive reuse strategies within New York's dense urban context.

• Developed a conceptual proposal for the adaptive reuse of the Seagram Building, addressing sustainability, heritage, and future adaptability of iconic modernist structures
• Collaborated intensively in a multidisciplinary, international team to deliver a proposal within a 5-hour timeframe
• Presented final design to academic and industry mentors in DS+R's Manhattan studio
• Strengthened cross-cultural teamwork, conceptual ideation under pressure, and public presentation skills

RIBA FUTURE ARCHITECTURE STUDENT MENTEE - Chapman Taylor - Manchester

(2021-01 - 2022-01)

As part of the RIBA Student Mentoring Scheme, I was mentored at Chapman Taylor's Manchester office, where I gained valuable insight into architectural practice. Through structured sessions led by practicing architect Akanimo Nkanang, I explored the realities of office life, project workflows, and how university learning translates into professional practice.

• Shadowed a practicing architect, gaining insight into the business of architecture, career pathways, and effective communication with employers
• Participated in mentoring sessions focused on personal development and identifying areas of specialism within the profession
• Enhanced 3D modelling and rendering skills through hands-on software training and feedback

STUDENT AMBASSADOR - Manchester Metropolitan University - Manchester

(2021-01 - 2022-01)

• Delivering insightful guidance regarding my student experience and course specifications
• Communicating effectively with students from diverse backgrounds
• Coordinating outreach and tours on campus to prospective students and their families
• Collaborating regularly with key University offices

CREATIVE DIRECTOR - Manchester Student Society of Architecture - Manchester

(2022-01 - 2023-01)

• Monitored 8 campaigns that used the society's assets for promotion purposes, planning out and designing weekly social media posts that have lead to a 15% increase of the page's user activity
• Enhanced the student involvement through leading 2 exhibitions and 3 competitions, that have led to generating active revenue through 4 types of merchandise
• Created lessons and interactive activities both online and face-to-face to optimise new sales strategies and the society's standards, overseeing them to completion

SHAPE SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT PROJECT LEADER - Manchester Metropolitan University - Manchester

(2020-01 - 2021-01)

• Developed and implemented a team project addressing business sustainability
• Presented the project, recommendations and learning outcomes to staff, academics and students in a virtual conference hosted my the British Academy
• Attended workshops, accompanied by independent research and group work, covering project planning and delivery

MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE - Architecture - Manchester School of Architecture (2024-01 - 2026-01)

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE - Architecture - Manchester School of Architecture (2020-01 - 2023-01)