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Alice Austin-Fell

Thurgarton,United Kingdom

Summary

A creative and motivated Architecture graduate with a First‑Class Honours Degree from the University of Manchester, where I completed my final year within the Continuity Atelier, a studio focused on sustainable design that draws from historic methods and enhances existing buildings. This experience deepened my passion for heritage and conservation architecture, teaching me to look to a site's history and vernacular as the foundation for contemporary design that respects place and community.

I believe meaningful architecture arises where innovation meets continuity, creating buildings that work harmoniously within their surroundings while enriching local identity and social value. Alongside strong technical and digital design skills in Rhino, SketchUp, AutoCAD, and the Adobe Creative Suite, I bring proficiency in hand drawing and physical model making, which I use to explore ideas, refine spatial understanding, and convey craftsmanship. My work reflects a sensitive balance of creativity, technical precision, and environmental responsibility aimed at preserving the built heritage for future generations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Architectural Work Experience

Pike Partnership
Cromer, Norfolk
2019.06 - 2019.06
  • Observed and assisted throughout the design and construction process for live residential and commercial projects.
  • Gained insight into planning applications, building regulation documentation, and site assessment.
  • Used CAD software (AutoCAD) to create basic drawings under supervision.
  • Conducted site visits and contributed to risk-assessment understanding.
  • Witnessed the integration of architectural design with on-site construction through the full project workflow.
  • Design & Build Firm

Housekeeper & Spa Assistant

Norfolk Mead Spa
2025.03 - 2026.05
  • Delivered precise, detail-oriented work in client-focused environments.
  • Strengthened coordination and efficiency under time-sensitive conditions, to ensure a consistent high standard of work.

Outdoor Activity Instructor

Kingswood Activity Centre
2023.04 - 2024.08
  • Managed team sessions, ensuring safety, communication, and organisation—skills critical in multi-disciplinary project coordination.

Housekeeper for Coastal Holiday Lets

Poppyland Cleaning Ltd
2021.04 - 2024.08
  • Maintained high standards across varied coastal properties, building sensitivity to architectural finishes and materials.

Front of House

The Red Lion
2018.10 - 2021.04
  • Developed excellent interpersonal and customer service skills through hospitality work.

Education

BA (Hons) - Architecture, First Class Honours

University of Manchester
2021.09 - 2024.07

Level 2 Certificate - Environmental Sustainability

The Skills Network
2024.12 - 2025.02

A-Levels - History of Art, Psychology, Textiles

Paston Sixth Form College
Norwich
2018.09 - 2020.06

Skills

  • 3D modelling and digital visualisation (Rhino, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite)
  • Technical drawing and schematic development
  • Sustainable design and adaptive reuse strategies
  • Physical model making and hand drawing
  • Organisational skills and problem-solving
  • Client communication and coordination
  • Attention to detail and time management
  • Heritage and conservation design awareness
  • Understanding of RIBA plan of work stages and building regulations
  • Knowledge of professional ethics and ARB/RIBA conduct
  • Health & safety awareness (CDM 2015)
  • Visual and verbal presentation skills

Additional information

Independent travel across South America (2025–2026) broadened my cultural and architectural perspective, enhancing my appreciation for craftsmanship, material tradition, and the relationship between people and place. This experience has renewed my focus and enthusiasm to fully commit to my architectural career, eager to continue learning, developing, and contributing within professional practice.

Timeline

Housekeeper & Spa Assistant

Norfolk Mead Spa
2025.03 - 2026.05

Level 2 Certificate - Environmental Sustainability

The Skills Network
2024.12 - 2025.02

Outdoor Activity Instructor

Kingswood Activity Centre
2023.04 - 2024.08

BA (Hons) - Architecture, First Class Honours

University of Manchester
2021.09 - 2024.07

Housekeeper for Coastal Holiday Lets

Poppyland Cleaning Ltd
2021.04 - 2024.08

Architectural Work Experience

Pike Partnership
2019.06 - 2019.06

Front of House

The Red Lion
2018.10 - 2021.04

A-Levels - History of Art, Psychology, Textiles

Paston Sixth Form College
2018.09 - 2020.06
Alice Austin-Fell