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Kasongo Grace Nkongolo

Sudbury

Summary

Dynamic professional with hands-on skills and a detail-oriented approach. Proficient in assembling products, organizing materials, and supporting production tasks. Demonstrates strong work ethic and reliability, consistently meeting deadlines in fast-paced environments. Capable of safely using tools and quickly adapting to new processes, both independently and collaboratively.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Floor Foundation Construction Drawings / Model Maker

MSoA Studio II
Sudbury
09.2025 - 11.2025
  • Designed and constructed a 1:1 scale wooden structure informed by Indigenous teachings and land stewardship
  • Produced technical drawings (plans, sections, elevations), including floor and foundation details for full-scale construction
  • Fabricated and assembled the structure using hand and power tools
  • Collaborated and communicated with team members and clients to coordinate design and construction decisions

Conceptual Drawings/ Model Maker

MSoA Studio I
Sudbury
2024 - 2025
  • Worked with team members to develop design concept for the Ice Stations, temporary winter installations at the McEwen School of Architecture exploring climate responsiveness, material performance, and seasonal occupation
  • Produced conceptual drawings to communicate spatial ideas, atmosphere, and environmental intent
  • Designed, built, and refined a 1:1 scale structure using recycled wood, testing form, materiality, and construction logic in cold-weather conditions
  • Assisted in the on-site installation of the structure on ice, collaborating and communicating with team members to coordinate assembly and ensure stability and safety

Freelance Crochet Artist

Self Employed
Vanderbiljpark
2023 - 2024
  • Designed and produced original handmade crochet pieces tailored to client preferences
  • Managed creative commissions from concept development to final delivery, maintaining clear client communication
  • Developed skills in artistic branding, material selection, time management, and creative problem-solving

Education

BBA - Architecture

Laurentian University
Sudbury, Ontario
09-2024

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Strong work ethic
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Conceptual design
  • Model creation
  • Creative thinking

Awards

  • MSoA Entrance Scholarship 2024
  • Art competition award - pencil on paper: 'Techno-X', 2nd prize art category, Techno X (science, math, engineering, and technology exhibition), 2023, Sasolburg, Free State, South Africa
  • Art competition award - pencil on paper: 'Boere Oorlog', A++, 2023, Sasolburg, Free State, South Africa
  • Art competition award - oil on canvas: 'Stitches,' A++, 2023, Sasolburg, Free State, South Africa

Additional Interests Hobbies

  • Drawing & Painting
  • Crocheting
  • Styling
  • Being Active
  • Reading
  • Movies & TV shows

Activities Volunteer Work

Mcewen Black Print - founding member|2024 to current

Laurentian University-Sudbury, ON 

  • Helped establish McEwen Black Print, a new organisation supporting Black architecture students at Laurentian
  • Supported club growth by managing social media presence, and promoted events and initiatives
  • Used creative skills to design promotional materials such as flyers, posters, and newsletters, ensures the association's activities and missions are visible and well communicated

Timeline

Floor Foundation Construction Drawings / Model Maker

MSoA Studio II
09.2025 - 11.2025

Conceptual Drawings/ Model Maker

MSoA Studio I
2024 - 2025

Freelance Crochet Artist

Self Employed
2023 - 2024

BBA - Architecture

Laurentian University
Kasongo Grace Nkongolo