Ameenat's Arch Portfolio

AMEENAT ADISA

PROFILE

My mission as an architect is to stray from these practices by designing spaces that uplift and empower, rather than disrupt. I aim to go where I am needed, working collaboratively with communities to create equitable, sustainable, and culturally resonant environments. By prioritizing inclusivity and honoring the stories of the people and places I serve, I strive to redefine architecture as a tool for connection, preservation, and positive change.

CONTACT

aaa50@rice.edu

www.linkedin.com/in/ameenat

RESUME

Education

Rice University
Bachelor of Architecture
2023-2027

Employment

Freelance
Photographer and Graphic Designer
2019-Present

Rice University Athletics
Marketing Intern
Summer 2026

DialySense
UI/UX Designer
April 2026-Present

Texas Heart Institute
UI/UX Designer
Jan 2026- April 2026

Houston Air Alliance
UI/UX Designer
2025-2026

Rice University Facilities, Engineering, and Planning
Architectural Intern
2025

Digital Media Instructor
Fondren Library
2025

Alief ISD Construction and Maintenance
Construction Intern
2023

Google
UI/UX Extern
2026

Microsoft
UI/IX Extern

Referrals

George Ristow
Lead Architect
Rice University FEP

Skills

Figma
AutoCAD
Rhino
Adobe Illustrator
Photoshop
InDesign
Lightroom
MS Word
Excel

Distinctions

Questbridge National College Match Scholarship Recipient

College Board National African American Scholar Award
2023

Studied Abroad in Singapore under Rice Architecture Professor Scott Colman
Summer 2024

Featured in FOX 26 Houston's "Making the Grade" Segment
2022

Scholastic National Medalist in Poetry
“The Enormous Generational Gap of Gen Z”
2020

RISE Cohort Member
1/20 students selected out of an incoming class of 1200 to be part of a two-week program and seminar course looking into questions of race in Houston
2023

Last Updated 05.01.26

WORK

1. Wiess Towers

2026

Wiess Towers idealize an extension of Wiess’ culture through the implementation of seven towers that align with the inside perimeter of the college. This project is formatted with the intent to stimulate intersections between new architectural additions to Rice while also paying homage to existing buildings and infrastructure.

2. Precedent: 23 Dwellings

2024

Through a detailed analysis of the 23 Dwellings complex, the project highlights the importance of adaptability and connectivity in collective housing. The architects’ emphasis on creating spaces that residents can personalize underscores a modern approach to urban living, where flexibility and community are prioritized. The building’s design not only responds to its dense urban surroundings but also redefines the traditional apartment typology by blending private and shared spaces seamlessly.

3. Equilibrium

2024

Through numerous reconfigurations and consistent testing, our exploration focused on the bending moment induced by compressive forces. We aimed to eliminate horizontal supports by designing a plywood plane with strategically placed holes and slits along its perimeter. These openings served dual purposes: they utilized friction to stabilize the structure and provided anchor points for a tensile element, such as rope, to ensure equilibrium.

4. Vassar Vistas

2024

Located in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood and adjacent to the iconic Vassar Apartments, designed by Howard Barnstone, this new complex draws inspiration from mid-century modern design while introducing a contemporary exploration of collective housing through the L-module.

5. Galena Park Urban Study

2025

Our project examines how Galena Park reached this point and explores ways to restore balance among people, industry, and nature. By restoring wetlands, rethinking drainage, and designing spaces that work with water instead of against it, we can help the neighborhood become stronger against floods and healthier for the community.

6. Prairie Plots

2023

Prairie Plots is a living installation on the Rice University campus that envisions an alternative to the ubiquitous mowed lawn. From urban parks to suburban front yards, the mowed lawn is a fixture of American culture. Maintaining the appearance of cropped, homogenous, green grass, however, can be detrimental to people and the environment: irrigation systems are water-intensive, pesticides are toxic, and gas-powered lawnmowers emit noxious fumes.

7. Salk Institute Study

2023

This project delves into the architectural theories and design principles of the Salk Institute, a renowned laboratory and cultural landmark designed by Louis Kahn. Through a detailed precedent analysis, the investigation highlights Kahn’s exploration of the "served versus serving" concept, a defining feature of his work.