Curriculum Vitae
Clark Cheng
A multidisciplinary designer with a background in architecture and a focus on
computational design, digital fabrication, and technical consulting. Experienced in
collaborating with international studios to deliver innovative, data-driven design
solutions across physical and digital workflows.
Contact Information
cchengg@clarkcheng.design
Education
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MSc in Computational & Advanced Design
DesignMorphine, University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy, Sofia, Bulgaria
2022 – 2023
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Master of Architecture
University of Michigan, Taubman College of Architecture
2019 – 2021
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Bachelor of Arts in Architecture
UNC Charlotte School of Architecture
2015 – 2019
Professional Experience
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Designer (Computational Designer)
UAP (Urban Arts Project), Rock Tavern, NY, USA
Jan 2024 – Feb 2025
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Design Engineer (Computational Designer and Subtractive Manufacturing Specialist)
QuarraStone, Madison, WI, USA
Jun 2021 – Dec 2023
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Parametric Designer (Parametric Modeler and Technical Consultant)
ShapeDiver, Vienna, Austria (Remote)
Aug 2021 – Aug 2022
Certification and Licensure
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Morphy Tower
DesignMorphine
Issued July 2021
Skills: Computational Design, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), and related skills
Research Interests / Areas of Expertise
- Digital fabrication
- Parametric and computational design
- 3D modeling and VFX
- Immersive environments (Unreal Engine)
- Photography
- Turkish Language Learning
Skills
- NURBs Modeling: Rhinoceros 7, Grasshopper, Fusion 360
- CAM: MasterCAM, Powermill
- Polygonal & Procedural Modeling: 3ds Max, Maya, C4D, Houdini FX, ZBrush
- Rendering: Vray, Keyshot, Redshift, Unreal Engine 5
- 3D Scanning: Polyworks | Inspector/Modeler, Artec
- Compositing: Photoshop, Illustrator, Substance Painter, InDesign, After Effects
- Coding: C#, Python, HTML
- Manufacturing & Fabrication: CNC Manufacturing, Laser Engraving, Metal Fabrication, 3D Printing, KUKA Robotics
- Design & Visualization: Technical Drawing, 3D Modeling, 3D Visualization, Surface Development, Industrial Design, Product Design, Architecture
- UX & Creative: User Research, Experience Design, Space Planning, Creative Strategy, Design Thinking, Presentations
- Soft Skills: Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Communication, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Oral Communication, Customer Service
- Office & Admin Tools: Microsoft Excel, Office Software
Technical Skills
- NURBs Modeling: Rhinoceros 7, Grasshopper
- CAM: Fusion 360, MasterCAM, Powermill
- Polygonal & Procedural Modeling: 3ds Max, Maya, C4D, Houdini FX, ZBrush
- Rendering: VRay, Keyshot, Redshift
- 3D Scanning: Polyworks, Artec
- Compositing: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Substance Painter
- Coding: C#, Python, HTML
- Unreal Engine 5
Projects
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Chinese Massacre Memorial
Providing design assistance to client to ensure fabrication-ready files.
Company: UAP | Urban Art Projects
Oct 2024 – Feb 2025
Relevant Link(s): Department of Cultural Affairs - City of LA, Chinese American Museum
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Milken Tree of Generation
Led the computational workflow for 3D printing preparation and quality control. Leveraged tools such as Houdini and Grasshopper to optimize processes—automating tasks like labeling, mesh refinement, and custom scripting to improve efficiency and output quality.
Company: UAP | Urban Art Projects
Jan 2024 – Feb 2025
Relevant Link(s): Instagram
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Monuments of Motherhood
I developed a custom 3D printing pipeline using Grasshopper3D to analyze fabrication constraints and automate key tasks such as labeling and model preparation, streamlining the overall print workflow.
Company: UAP | Urban Art Projects
Jan 2024 – Feb 2025
Relevant Link(s): UAP
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Lifting the Veil
Providing design assistance from 3D scan. Mesh cleanup and file prepping for fabrication.
Company: Quarra Stone Company, LLC
Oct 2023 – Dec 2023
Relevant Link(s): Chazen Museum of Arts, QuarraStone
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Mt. Everest Sculpting GIS
Providing design assistance from 3D model to make it 3D printable.
Company: Freelance | ClarkChengDesigns
Oct 2024 – Present
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The Whispering Stone
Provided design assistance with parametric modeling techniques using SideFX Houdini.
Company: UAP | Urban Art Projects
Jun 2024 – Sep 2024
Relevant Link(s): Instagram, UAP
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University of San Diego Pavers
Provided automation of creating 2D drawings for shop floor.
Company: Quarra Stone Company, LLC
Jun 2022 – Dec 2023
Relevant Link(s): QuarraStone, Ann Hamilton Studio
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Time Will Tell by Ashley Zelinskie
Provided 3D modeling and toolpathing support to the production team.
Company: Quarra Stone Company, LLC
Jul 2023 – Sept 2023
Relevant Link(s): Instagram, Yerkes Observatory
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Emanuel Nine Memorial
Provided 3D scanning for dimension and tolerance verifications.
Company: Quarra Stone Company, LLC
Feb 2023 – Nov 2023
Relevant Link(s): EmanualNine, LinkedIn
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The Embrace
Provided support on fabrication of stone benches.
Company: Quarra Stone Company, LLC
Mar 2022 – Jul 2022
Relevant Link(s): EmbraceBoston, Boston.gov
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Swartz Residence
Provided 3D modeling support to CW Keller; led the production process using a 6+ axis robotic arm.
Company: Quarra Stone Company, LLC
Jan 2022 – May 2022
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Orem Utah Temple
Provided 3D modeling support and CNC production coordination with the production floor; converted 3D meshes into fabrication-ready models.
Company: Quarra Stone Company, LLC
Jun 2021 – Feb 2022
Relevant Link(s): ChurchofJesusChristTemples , FFRK
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Stepwell Sculpture
Supported production process by 3D scanning, 3D modeling, and overall support to the production floor.
Company: Quarra Stone Company, LLC
Sep 2021 – Dec 2021
Relevant Link(s): SpokaneArts , Instagram
Clients
- AECOM
- Ann Hamilton
- CW Keller
- Charles Ray
- David Levitt Architects
- David Zwirner
- FFKR Architects
- Foster + Partners
- Handell Architects
- Höweler + Yoon
- Janine Antoni
- Jeffrey Gibson
- MASS Design Group
- Martin Puryear
- Maya Lin
- Molly Gochman
- Rockwell Group
- Sarah Sze
- SubZero Wolf
- Sze Tsung Nicolás Leong & Judy Chui-Hua Chung
Exhibitions
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Fabricator for Exhibition
Worked with Osman Khan at the STAMPS facility.
Institution: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Jan 2020 – Mar 2020
Teaching Experience
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FabLab Assistant at University of Michigan, 3D Printing and CNC Specialist
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Aug 2019 – Mar 2020
Tasks:
- Programmed and executed CNC files using MasterCAM 2020.
- Maintained the CNC routing space, including cleaning and tool management.
- Advised and created CNC files for students’ needs and projects.
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FabLab Assistant at UNC Charlotte, 3D Printing, CNC Specialist, and Laser Engraving Specialist
Charlotte, NC, USA
Aug 2018 – May 2019
Tasks:
- Maintained and repaired 3D printers and CNC routing room equipment.
- Created and prepared files for printing and routing for students.
- Cleaned and maintained the FabLab.
- Aided students with equipment such as laser engraver, CNC router, and 3D printers.
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Teacher at Computational Design, Teaching Assistant at UNC Charlotte
Charlotte, NC, USA
Aug 2018 – Dec 2018
Tasks:
- Developed template files and lectures for students to use inside and outside of class.
- Gave lectures on Rhino3D, Grasshopper3D, and Arduino.
- Assisted in developing scripts for midterm and final projects.
- Held office hours to support struggling students.
Interests
- Rubik’s Cube speedsolving
- Longboarding
- VFX and 3D modeling
- 3D printing design
- Physical training