Avra Tomara, Architect Engineer
Avra studied architecture at the Technical University of Crete (TUC), graduating with honors in 2011. She earned her Post-Professional Master in Architecture at the University of Pennsylvania School of Design and she continued with a Master of Design Research in Emerging Systems Technologies and Media (ESTm) at Southern California Institute of Architecture. Avra has worked for multiple renown design firms, 3SK Stylianidis Architects in Athens, Greece, and Archi-Tectonics in NYC where she was responsible for projects ranging from luxury & wellness retail to upscale residential. She also worked as a Senior Designer at Hill West Architects in NYC and her focus was local high-rise and mid-rise residential towers, as well as large scale US master plans.
In her most recent role as a Senior Designer and Project Manager at Rockwell Group in the past two years, Avra led the design of a truly one-of-a-kind resort project, showcasing her ability to blend innovation with functionality seamlessly. Her extensive experience in high-end hospitality and residential projects has made her a sought-after expert in her field, known for her meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Jiarui Su, AIA
Jiarui studied architecture at Portland State University in Oregon, from where he graduated in 2010. He attended the 3 year Master of Architecture program at the University of Pennsylvania School of Design, graduating with honors in 2013. Jiarui has worked for various offices, including SOM (New York/San Francisco) and Asymptote Architecture in NYC, where he worked as Design Lead for high-end residential and office towers, museums, as well as various cultural projects. He also worked for Tom Wiscombe and MixStudioworks in LA as Design Lead for various mixed-use developments in China.
For the past 7 years, Jiarui served as an Associate Principal at Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF) in New York City, where he focused on high-rise office and mixed-use projects in the United States and China. In this role, he led the design and coordination of iconic projects, leveraging his expertise in complex geometry and parametric design to create innovative architectural solutions that push the boundaries of possibility. Jiarui is recognized not only for his exceptional design skills but also for his proficiency in cutting-edge computational design. His passion for innovation and his commitment to excellence continue to drive him in this new adventure.