About Me
Personal Profile
Steve Barrientos is an architectural student currently completing the five-year Bachelor of Architecture program at the New Jersey Institute of Technology. His academic work spans residential, commercial, educational, and mixed-use projects, with a particular interest in how architecture communicates through form, material, and spatial sequence.
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His design approach is rooted in research and experimentation, often beginning with conceptual questions that explore how ideas translate into physical space. Across studio projects, his work investigates themes such as language and architecture, craft and material hierarchy, vertical connection, and the relationship between buildings and their environmental context. These interests are reflected in projects ranging from ecological educational facilities to urban mixed-use developments and fashion-inspired architectural proposals.
Education
2021-2026
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Expected to complete a comprehensive five-year professional architecture program with a strong emphasis on design studios and technical development. Studio experience includes residential, educational, and commercial projects, integrating conceptual thinking with real-world constraints. Technical coursework covered construction documentation and advanced building systems, strengthening skills in drawing coordination and detailing. Proficient in industry-standard design and documentation software including Rhino, AutoCAD, and Revit, with advanced capabilities in post-production, visualization, and rendering using Adobe Creative Cloud.
Awards & Achievements
2021-2025
Dean's List
Consistently recognized on the NJIT Dean’s List from 2021 through 2025, reflecting sustained academic performance and commitment throughout the five-year Bachelor of Architecture program. This distinction was awarded each semester for maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher while completing a rigorous studio- and technically focused curriculum.
Spring 2025
Design Showcase Recipient
Selected for the NJIT School of Architecture and Design Spring 2025 Design Showcase, a curated exhibition highlighting outstanding student work. Featured projects were published in the school’s Design Showcase Lookbook, representing a select group of students chosen each academic year.