PORTFOLIO OF SELECTED WORK (2025) UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING
Hi everyone! My name is Yebin, and I'm an Architectural Engineering student at the University of Waterloo. Through internships and design projects I’ve completed, I’ve gained a strong understanding of how buildings perform, how they come together, and how engineering supports architectural intent. My interest in architecture grew during my time at RDH, where visiting projects like the Butterfly Tower and seeing building performance first-hand showed me how design and construction shape the experience of a space. I’m a naturally curious and extroverted person, and moments like that made me want to explore the creative side of architecture even more — to understand not only how buildings work, but why they feel the way they do. Outside of work, I’m part of the Warrior Home design team and the Waterloo Steel Bridge team, where I collaborate with interdisciplinary groups to balance creativity, efficiency, and constructability. These experiences shape the way I approach design: grounded in performance, open to trying new ideas, and driven by a genuine excitement to learn from the people and projects around me. I’m always looking forward to new opportunities and am excited to see where this journey in architectural engineering takes me next!
CHANG y23chang@uwaterloo.ca +1 (506) 977-2191 EXPERTISE SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Architecture Building Science Computational Design Structural Project Management ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING STUDENT UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO Revit, Rhino, AutoCAD Flixo, THERM, Ladybug Python, MathCAD, Recap Pro Mepla SJ, Excel Bluebeam, Microsoft 365 Several experience of experience in creating technical drawings and blueprints. Solid understanding of engineering principles and practices. Excellent technical communication and collaboration abilities. Strong commitment to meeting project deadlines and delivering high-quality work. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. EMPLOYMENT BUILDING ENCLOSURE ENGINEERING ASSISTANT May – Aug 2025 RDH Building Science Inc. - Vancouver, BC Field review of building enclosure components for new construction and renewal projects. On-site performance testing of building enclosure assemblies, including air leakage and water testing. Investigation of existing buildings, including visual review of as built conditions, documenting conditions via field notes, sketches, and photos, and providing recommendations for repair, renewal or rehabilitation. SPECIAL PROJECTS ENGINEERING STUDENT Sept – Dec 2024 PCL Construction Ltd. - Oakville, ON Coordinate matrix within project manager’s scope to ensure the required documents are received by given timeline. Conduct site reviews with consultants to identify deficiencies, update deficiency logs, and be on top of RFI’s and corresponding solutions. Communicate with sub-contractors to manage safety pre-mobilization, quality documents, and closeout deliverables. Participate in project meetings to take meeting minute notes and support planning and coordination. STRUCTURAL INTERN Feb – May 2024 Dillon Consulting Limited - Saint John, NB Preparation / modification of drawings in AutoCAD/Revit, field assistance to staff on construction reviews, collection of field information, etc. Assistance with contract administration tasks including construction observation, shop drawing review, contractor submittal review, progress payment preparation, and responding to requestions for informaiton. AWARDS & INTEREST WARRIOR HOME DESIGN TEAM - WORKING MEMBER Sept 2023 - Present University of Waterloo Assist in design related to building science, interior design, sustainability, etc. in preparation of contest deliverables. Conduct research to identify emerging trends, materials, and technologies relevant to sustainable home design, ensuring the team's work is informed by the latest industry advancements. UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO STEEL BRIDGE TEAM Sept 2023 - Present University of Waterloo Participate in structural steel design by selecting materials and determining construction techniques. Help team overcome project obstacles through creative problem-solving, critical analysis, and collaboration. Ensure team commitment to safety and quality assurance during the construction phase. ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING DESIGN DAY COMPETITON University of Waterloo Designed and constructed a functional table and set of chairs out of a limited amount of reusable materials. Utilized engineering principles related to design, sustainability, material science, and structure development. Placed 1st out of over 90 participants. Sept 2023
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ml.2025 In collaboration with Jesica Kumar, Neha Shanavas, and Amaya Wijeyawickrema Instructor: Amy Li & Terry Boake University of Waterloo | Winter 2025 The Modern Languages Building is one of the first academic landmarks at the University of Waterloo, completed in 1962 by the architectural firm Shore & Moffat. Its simple brick design reflects the practical style of the 1960s and has long served as a hub for arts, language studies, and cultural life on campus. The recladding project gives the building a new balance of history and modern design. The updated façade focuses on thermal efficiency and durability, aligning with North American Passive House standards. The high-performance enclosure achieves R-65 in the main wall assemblies, R-63 in the windows, and R-43 at the first floor, creating a resilient and energy-efficient building envelope that supports both comfort and long-term sustainability. To complement these performance upgrades, the use of cultured stone cladding adds durability while giving the building a cleaner, more refined appearance. A new vestibule at the main entrance also creates a brighter, more welcoming space for students and visitors. Together, these changes improve comfort, modernize the building’s identity, and reinforce its role as a lasting academic and cultural space at the heart of campus.
1 - SOUTH ELEVATION 2 - RENDERING VIEW OF SOUTH ELEVATION sections 2 - MAIN WALL SECTION 1 - FULL WALL SECTION 3 - VESTIBULE SECTION
The façade design is heavily influenced by Humber College building NX in Toronto, ON. This passive design reclad features high-performance triple glazed windows, and roof/wall assemblies that achieves the North American Passive House standards. details 2 - ROOF PARAPET DETAIL 1 - WINDOW DETAIL 3 - MAIN WALL DETAIL
SUMMER/WINTER SOLSTICE For this project, the team conducted a winter/summer sun analysis to study window placement, shading device effectiveness, and daylight penetration under simulated sun positions for solstices and equinoxes.
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