Adetania Pramanik, LEED AP

395 Calhoun St. NW

Atlanta, GA 30318
Phone: 1.248.892.0881
[email protected]
http://adetaniapramanik.weebly.com

Executive Summary

PhD student in architecture, with experiences in the industry (4+ years), in teaching (4 years part-time), and in research (4+ years);
Interested in integrating various analysis and visualization method(s) in order to deliver better design decisions.
Experiences

Fall 2011-

Research
Assistant

2006-2010

Entry Level
Planner,
Architect
Intern,
Architectural
Job Captain

2002-2006

Part-time
Teaching
Instructor

2001

Research
Assistant

1999-2001

Research
Assistant

2000

Teaching
Assistant

1997-2006

Architect
Freelance

Georgia Institute of Technology

Atlanta, GA
Gathered current analysis software for possible integration of architecture and healthcare system
(e.g., BIM, process mapping, & simulation)
Produced interactive marketing presentation (e.g., simulation video & virtual reality)
Assembled prefabrication of mock-up exam room
Developed research/experimental study on sense of identity in the university settings.
Performed literature search and case studies to develop concept on data model and process for
building programming in outpatient clinic settings.
Gresham Smith & Partners
Dallas, TX
Provided facilitation to senior planners, senior architects, and senior healthcare strategist in local
offices as well as six other offices in the firm with all phases of medical and aviation planning and
design including facility development planning/master planning, process mapping, programming,
schematic design, and design development.
Produced graphics and 3D modeling for marketing team to win projects and active in exploring
new technology and/or methods to create the best quality as expected by senior planners,
architects, and management individuals for clients presentation.
Engaged active communication with clients, consultants, and outside design firms in planning,
programming, construction document, and construction administration process to maintain clear
understanding of the data, information, and/or design conditions.
Took a lead support role for construction document production, managing time and tasks among
team members, and developing tools to coordinate drawings. (whole projects as well as sections
of large projects)
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
AutoCAD Course
1st Studio Course
Gathered recent information for 2D and 3D AutoCAD courses
Evaluated the visibility of Adobe Premiere for digital portfolio
Colorado State University, Home Modification for Older Adults
Ft. Collins, CO
Reviewed and developed a lesson plan on home modifications for older adults
Evaluated the educational program on home modifications directed at older adults
AutoCAD Course
Color and Light Course
Residential, Office, and Education

Jakarta, Indonesia
Lubbock, TX
Ft. Collins, CO

Education

Fall 2011
Fall 2003 Spring2006
Fall 1999 Spring2001
19941998

PhD College of Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology

Atlanta, GA
Interest: Incorporating quantitative tool(s) as method(s) to deliver better design decisions
Master of Science in Architecture, Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
Thesis: The Use of A Virtual Environment as a Method of Wayfinding Research in Architecture
Master of Science in Environmental Design, Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
Thesis: Home Modifications for Older Persons: Development and Evaluation of A Lesson Plan
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering, Tarumanagara U.
Jakarta, Indonesia
Thesis: Recreational Facility for East Jakarta Community: Demand Research and Implementation

Accreditation, License, & Certification

U.S. Green Building Council LEED AP

Intern Development Program: Enrolled with 536 hours left (6951 hours earned)
Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
5-Day MBA Executive Education Program

Computer Skill

Autodesk AutoCAD
Autodesk Revit & Dynamo
Autodesk 3ds Max
Rhinoceros & Grasshopper
Bentley Microstation
SketchUp

Depthmap Space Syntax

ArcGIS & QGIS
Igrafx & Arena
SPSS & JMP
Microsoft Office & Visio

Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator,

Professional, & InDesign
Adobe After Effects & Premiere
Adobe Dreamweaver & Flash
EON Reality VR
HTML & Python

ProjectWise Team Collaboration

ProjectWise InterPlot Organizer
NewForma Project Center

Publication

Pramanik, A., & Haymaker, J., Swarts, M., & Zimring, C. (2015). Integrating clinic process flow, space syntax, and space
adjacency analysis: Formalization of computational method in building programming. Conference Proceedings, the XIX
Congress of the Iberoamerican Society of Digital Graphics, So Paulo, Brazil.

Haq, S., Hill, G., & Pramanik, A. (2009). Topological configuration in wayfinding and spatial cognition: A study with real and
virtual buildings for design relevance. Conference Proceedings, ARCC Conference Leadership in Architectural Research,
Between Academia and the Profession, San Antonio, TX.

Pramanik, A., & Haq, S. (2006). The use of virtual environment as a tool for wayfinding research in architecture: Comparison of
virtual and real environments. Conference Proceedings, Environmental Design Research Association, Atlanta, GA.

Pramanik, A, Haq, S., & Curry, Z. (2006). The use of virtual environment as a tool for wayfinding research in the built
environment: A comparison of virtual and real environments. Paper Presentation, Interior Design Educator Council
International Conference, Scottsdale, AZ.

Haq, S., Hill, G., & Pramanik, A. (2005). Comparison of configurational, wayfinding and cognitive correlation in real and virtual
settings. Conference Proceedings, Space Syntax 5th International Symposium, Delft, The Netherlands.

Haq, S., Hill, G., Girotto, S., Pramanik, A. (2004). Use of virtual immersive environments with user controlled movement
(Vieucom) in environmental cognition research. Conference Proceedings, Environmental Design Research Association,
Albuquerque, NM.

Girotto, S., Haq, S., & Pramanik, A. (2004). Wayfinding in complex buildings: The role of signage. Conference
Proceedings, Environmental Design Research Association, Albuquerque, NM.

Tremblay, K., & Pramanik, A. (2004). Home modifications to enhance safety and comfort for older Americans. Refereed
Abstracts, Housing Education and Research Association, Chicago, IL.

Curry, Z., & Pramanik, A. (2003). Computer aided design in education and practice. Research Poster Abstracts, Human
Science Week, Lubbock, TX.

Tremblay, K., & Pramanik, A. (2002). Designing viable community housing for older adults. Research Poster Abstracts,
American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Annual Meeting, Dallas, TX.

Tremblay, K., & Pramanik, A. (2002). Sustainable housing for older Americans: An educational outreach program. Research
Poster Abstracts, Interior Design Educator Council International Conference Abstracts, Santa Fe, NM.

Tremblay, K., & Pramanik, A. (2000). Resources on home modifications for the elderly. Housing and Design, Colorado State
University Cooperative Extension, Fort Collins, CO

Organization Experience and Activity

201220112009-2010

Member

2007-2010
2005
20012000

Member

Fall 19971998

Publisher
and Editor

Member
Volunteer

Volunteer
Volunteer
Public
Relation

Georgia Tech National Organization of Minority Architecture Students (NOMAS)

IHI Open School Georgia Institute of Technology Chapter
USGBC: Emerging Professionals
Dallas, TX
Volunteered in USGBC North Chapter events
Volunteered in Historic Green in 2010 (Post Katrina at Lower Ninth Ward, New Orleans)
Associate AIA
Dallas, TX
Built a CMU house in Juarez, Mexico
Juarez, Mexico
Habitat for Humanity
Lubbock & Dallas, TX
Graduate Student council, Colorado State University
Ft. Collins, CO
Updated and maintained web site
Assisted the Graduate Research and Creativity Symposium
SKETSA Architectural Magazine
Jakarta, Indonesia
Proposed general theme for the magazine
Composed sponsorship proposal and conducted SKETSAs advertisement campaign
Organized SKETSAs members & coordinated SKETSAs campaign activities

Project List
Master Planning

West Virginia University Hospital-East/ City Hospital Master Plan

Martinsburg, WV
Site and building analysis for 125-bed addition to existing site and building. Included were parking space, diagnostic
and treatment functions, Emergency Department replacement and a bed tower above
Prepared material for site visit, multiple user group sessions and client meetings.
Collected, organized, and analyzed observations, data, and meeting notes.
Developed graphics/presentations & computer mass models for proposed additional bed tower
and site development.

Master Planning

Piedmont Medical Center

Rock Hill, SC
Analyzed and produced documentation and design for master planning deliverables of 288-bed
hospital, including development of campus expansion.

Master Planning

Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks

Nashville, TN
Received: 2009 Best Healthcare Project from Central Construction Magazine
Received LEED for Commercial Interiors (CI) certification from USGBC
Redevelopment of a 880,000 SF, 40-year old mall into Vanderbilt University Medical Center Clinic
Involved in master planning phase; Analyzed and proposed clinic layouts with certain modularity
and flexibility to serve many differences of specialty group practices, adapting existing mall layout.
Prepared for, as well as collected and organized materials from multiple user group sessions in
programming, schematic design, and design development.
Calculated workloads/utilization and developed space and functional programs
Produced documentation and design in programming, schematic design, and design development
phases.

Programming
Schematic
Design
Design
Development

Master Planning

Indian River Memorial Hospital Master Facility Plan

Vero Beach, FL
Developed graphics/presentations & computer mass models for phasing alternatives for
ICU/CVICU addition and future 282-bed tower.

Process Mapping

Regional Medical Center

Anniston, AL
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, FL
Morton Plant Hospital
Clearwater, FL
Constructed process mapping for Emergency Department, NICU, and Labor and Delivery.

Programming

The Methodist Hospital

Houston, TX
Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport
Gulfport, MS
Produced workload/utilization calculations, space programs, and functional programs.
Collected and organized materials from multiple user group sessions (The Methodist Hospital)

Project Setup

Federal Bureau of Prison

Grand Prairie, TX
Demolition of an existing single story, 2,500 SF offices and the addition of a three-story, 7,500 SF offices and
training that is attached to an existing three-story Field Acquisition Office.
Set up the project based on contract document, current technology, and kick off meeting with
consultants.
Developed graphics and presentations for-proposed design options.
Worked closely with Project architect and took a lead support role for construction document
production and coordination of the drawings among consultants.
Prepared for as well as collected and organized materials from consultant, client and owner
meetings

Schematic Design
Design Development

Construction Document

New International Terminal Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Atlanta, GA

Part
of
design
team
for
a
$1.4
billion
terminal
to
add
1.2
million
SF
(ticket
lobby,
departure
level
concourse,
12
Construction Document
gates, secure baggage systems, Immigration sterile corridor, secure and non-secure arrivals areas, Concourse E
connector, and support areas) to current 1.3 million SF Concourse E as the airports international terminal complex.
Construction Admin.
Received LEED Gold Certification from USGBC.
Took a lead support role for construction document production, managing time and tasks among
team members, and developing tools to coordinate drawings (Interior and exterior stairs).
Reviewed submittals
Developed and produced revisions of issue for construction.
Design Development

Construction Document

Gerald R. Ford International Airport Parking Garage

Conrac CPTC APM Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl Airport
Developed and produced construction document deliverables.

Grand Rapids, MI
Atlanta, GA

Construction Admin

Cobb County Transportation Management Center (LEED Silver Certification)

Atlanta, GA
Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport
Gulfport, MS
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
Bentonville, AR
Blue Grass Airport
Lexington, KY
Processed RFIs, ASIs, and Change Orders; and Produced Record Documents