Urvi Patel

About Urvi Patel

As a recent graduate from the Pratt Institute with a Master\'s in Historic Preservation, I have a profound passion for historic buildings and their stories. My background in architecture has equipped me with a deep understanding of structural integrity and aesthetic design, while my focus on preservation has honed my skills in maintaining and restoring the historical and cultural significance of built environments. I thrive on documenting architectural heritage through meticulous research, detailed sketches, and evocative photography. These storytelling techniques allow me to not only capture the physical essence of historic structures but also to convey their historical narratives and cultural contexts. My dedication to historic preservation is driven by a belief that every building has a story worth telling and preserving. I am eager to contribute my skills and passion to a team that values the intersection of history, architecture, and community.

Experience

1. Preservation Fellow

   Historic Districts Council

   Oct 2024 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Documenting and analyzing historic places by contributing to strategic reports for National Register certification to advocate for landmark status and preservation initiatives- Assisting in preparing nomination reports and documentation for historic districts, with a focus on areas of cultural significance, such as Addisleigh Park in Queens, through Survey123 and Trekker Manager app.

Education

• Gujarat Technological University (GTU)

  Bachelor of Architecture - BArch

• Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

  Master of Science in Project Management

• Pratt Institute

  Master of Science - MS, Graduate Center for Planning and Environment, Historic Preservation and Conservation

• Metas of Seventhday Adventist School, Surat

  XII - Commerce

  2013 — 2015