Who Makes Things Happen

Vanessa Keith is the founder and principal of Studioteka Design, LLC, an award-winning design firm based in DUMBO, Brooklyn. With a focus on sustainable design and a multidisciplinary approach, she is a registered architect with extensive experience in architecture, urban design, and environmental solutions. Vanessa is also a seasoned educator, lecturer, and author, known for her innovative work in envisioning responses to climate change and her commitment to creating a just and sustainable future.

William Maceo Hayes is an experienced Project Director at Studioteka Design, LLC. He brings decades of expertise from his work in both boutique and mid-sized firms in New York City and Philadelphia, as well as his own practice. His work is distinguished by a commitment to sustainability, accessibility, and inclusiveness in design solutions.

Andrew Homick is a Senior Architect at Studioteka Design, with expertise in interactive architecture, including VR, AR, and MR. He holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania and has received the Faculty Prize and E. Lewis Dales Traveling Fellowship. Andrew's experience spans architectural visualization, generative design, and 3D printing. He has led projects such as "2100: A Dystopian Utopia" VR experience and a residential renovation in Cambridge, MA.

Amin Nargesian is an Architectural Designer at Studioteka Design with a Master’s degree in Architecture from Politecnico di Torino. His expertise includes 3D modeling, rendering, and visualization using tools like 3Ds Max and V-ray. With experience from Peter Jaeger Studio and Behsaz Andishan, Amin has worked on various projects, including residential and corporate designs. Notable contributions include visualizations for Liger City in Budapest and technical drawings for the Warsaw Competition. Fluent in English and Persian, and proficient in Italian.

Yan Huo is an Architectural Designer at Studioteka Design with a Master’s in Architecture and Urban Design from Columbia University. Her background includes a Bachelor’s in Landscape Architecture from Southwest Jiaotong University. Yan has experience working with Ecotone and LIN Architecture and is proficient in AutoCAD, Sketchup, Revit, and other design tools. Her projects include a wood pavilion in Jingsu, China, and participation in international design festivals. Fluent in Mandarin and English, Yan also possesses strong hand-drawing skills.

S. M. Nahin Rahaman is a Junior Designer at Studioteka Design, holding a Bachelor of Architecture from Khulna University of Engineering and Technology. He has received notable awards including the Gold Mention for Post COVID interaction design at Archtwist 2020 and the Dean’s Award of Excellence. His experience includes roles at ServiceX Logistics, British American Tobacco Bangladesh, and Insignia Studio. Proficient in AutoCAD, Sketchup, Revit, and Lumion, Nahin is skilled in planning and heritage documentation. He speaks Bengali, English, and Hindi fluently.

Md. Ahad Hossain Nime is a Junior Designer at Studioteka Design, holding a Bachelor of Architecture from Khulna University of Engineering and Technology. He has experience with Nreechaya Architects in both junior and intern roles. Skilled in 3D modeling, rendering, and visualization with Lumion, V-ray, Photoshop, AutoCAD, Revit, and Blender, he has worked on diverse projects including residential, office, and hospital designs. Notable projects include the Dhaka-Ashulia Elevated Expressway and various design and renovation projects in Dhaka and Narayanganj. He is fluent in Bengali, English, and Hindi.