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Education

2023-2024

​University of Pennsylvania

Master of Science in Design in Advanced Architectural Design

2015-2022

Kyonggi University

Bachelor of Architecture (KAAB-Accredited)

Certificates

Associate AIA 

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) 

Credential ID 40855061 

Work Experience

Oct 2025- Present

The_System Lab

Designer

Jul 2025- Present

Feeeld Study

Visualization Instructor

Aug 2024- Oct 2025

Ratio Design I SMDP

Architectural Graduate

Jun 2020 - Jul 2020

Heerim Architects & Planners Co.

Internship

Wooseok Kim is an architectural designer with a Master of Science in Design, Advanced Architectural Design from the University of Pennsylvania. Passionate about exploring the intersections of architecture, philosophy, computational design, he is dedicated to creating sustainable and impactful solutions. Currently, he is working as a Graduate Professional at Ratio SMDP in Chicago, a design studio that pursues innovation based in contemporary architecture. 

Wooseok has gained recognition in several national and international competitions and exhibitions for his innovative and creative approaches. His notable achievements include winning the Silver Prize in the National Space Design Competition, the Excellence Prize in the Student Architectural Exhibition, and the Grand Prize in the 100th Anniversary of Korea’s Independence Movement Competition. These accolades reflect his distinctive and experimental approach to design.

Beyond his architectural practice, Wooseok also serves as a visualizing consultant and lecturer. His visualizations are known for their clear and intuitive designs, incorporating an architectural touch that uses concise and precise visual language to enhance communication. His work demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and a high level of expertise, blending elements of architecture and graphic design to convey creative and innovative visions.

Honors & Awards

16’ National Space Design Competition  Oct 2021  

Korean Space Design Association

Silver Prize, As a Team Leader of 3 Members              

2021 Student Architectural Exhibition  Oct 2021

Architectural Institute of Korea (AIK)

Excellence Prize, Individual Work   

5' Design Competition of Modern Urban Architecture  Jun 2021     

Society of Korean Modern Architecture & Urbanism

Selected Prize, as a Team Member of 3

1’ Kyeryong Scholarship Foundation Idea Contest  Dec 2020

Kyeryong Scholarship Foundation

Selected Prize, As a Team Leader of 3 Members

56’ Gyeonggi Architecture Competition  Dec 2020   

Korean Institute of Architecture Gyeonggi Department (KIA)

Selected Prize, Individual Work

25’ Gyeonggi-do Architectural Culture Award  Oct 2020

Gyeonggi Architecture Festival

Selected Prize, As a Team Leader of 3 Members

The 100th anniversary of Korea’s Independence Movement Competition  Jun 2020

Governor of Chungcheongnam-do                            

Grand Prize (Governors Prize), As a Team Leader of 3 Members

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