XIAOCHENG OU
About Me.
As a passionate LEED Green Associate and Interior Architecture graduate, I am eager to embark on my career journey. My strong technical foundation and hands-on experience have equipped me with a deep understanding of how material properties, lighting, and spatial conditions influence the way individuals experience and interact with their environments. Proficient in Revit, Adobe Suite, and project documentation, I am ready to contribute innovative that enhance both functionality and well-being in every space I design.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Certification
LEED Green Associate
Affiliations
NOMA PDX
Social Committee
AIA Member
Education
Bachelors 2020-2025
University of Oregon
Major.
Interior Architecture
Minor.
Architecture
Design & Sales Consultant
Portland OR
2025 - PRESENT
ZC Building Supply
• Collaborated with clients to design kitchen layouts, cabinetry configurations, and material palettes that aligned with their aesthetic preferences, functional needs, and budget.
• Provided design consultation and material selection guidance with strong product knowledge.
• Managed project documentation, orders, and coordination with clients and installers.
Research Assistant
Eugene OR
2024-2025
College of Design | University of Oregon
• Utilized Revit and Enscape to design, model, and render scenes to study the impact of material and lighting conditions on user perception.
• Conducted data-driven research through VR experiments, contributing to the understanding of healthcare and workplace environmental quality.
• Assisted in the development of technical solutions to improve human-centered outcomes in the built environment.
Skills (Software)
RHINO
REVIT
ILLUSTRATOR
PHOTOSHOP
INDESIGN
ENSCAPE
CLIMATE STUDIO
ELUM TOOL
Sales Associate
Portland OR
2022-2023
The Home Depot
• Demonstrated adaptability by collaborating effectively with a diverse range of individuals.
• Delivered amicable customer service and product expertise when customers require assistance.
• Cultivated robust connections within the local community to support the store's engagement and outreach efforts.
Languages
ENGLISH
FLUENT
MANDARIN
FLUENT
CANTONESE
NATIVE
Architects in School - Volunteer
Portland OR
2025
AFO
• Collaborate with a professional partner to develop and lead a three-week architecture curriculum for 3rd-grade students, focusing on the architect's impact on community and the built environment.
• Designed interactive, hands-on workshops and exercises to translate complex design descision into engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Fostering early interest among young students.