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, Ontario09-2024
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