Sofiya Belovich

Columbia University

Bachelor of Arts in Architecture and History | GPA: 4.02 · New York, NY

• Honors: magna cum laude

Columbia Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation

The Shape of Two Cities Program · Paris, France

Curatorial Project

Co-curator | Exhibition in development · Kazakhstan / Venice

• Co-develop Five Steps from Eternity: Aisha-Bibi and Architectural Storytelling in Kazakhstan, a proposed exhibition for the 2027 Venice Architecture Biennale.
• Contribute to planning for exhibition content, the accompanying publication and public program.

Venice Studio with 3XN/GXN

Selected Design Team Member · Venice, Italy

• Developed a Giardini ferry terminal proposal in a team led by 3XN/GXN senior partners, integrating transport infrastructure, public space and cultural uses.
• Contributed to site and circulation studies, design development, and final review material, including strategies to reuse decommissioned ferry terminal components.

Kelly Behun Studio

Design Intern, Part-time · New York, NY

• Prepared technical drawings and visualizations to communicate interior design proposals and support material selection.
• Coordinated vendor communication and assisted with on-site installation, supporting material decisions and the implementation of design details.

Foster + Partners

Architectural Assistant · New York, NY

• Contributed to landscape and public realm design studies as part of the 270 Park Avenue project team.
• Supported adaptive reuse feasibility studies for a commercial client, producing early visualizations of rooftop redevelopment options.
• Produced a complete schematic landscape design package for a proposed Midtown Manhattan plaza and presented proposals with the team to an executive partner.

Basire Design

Architectural Intern · Almaty, Kazakhstan

• Created the graphic language and layout framework for the practice’s digital and print portfolio, establishing consistent project presentation.
• Supported building documentation and early design rendering; researched and presented sustainable design strategies for a residential villa in Almaty.

Columbia Art Market Society

Senior Advisor; previously Co-Director of Events · New York, NY

• Supported industry events and exhibition curation through research and interviews with art market professionals.

Columbia Architecture Society

Vice President · New York, NY