Anastasiya Volkova

Led Residential Practice; contributed to concept development on two adaptive reuse projects, integrating material performance into decision-making. Produced engaging visual presentations for client workshops, clearly communicating design and sustainability objectives. Supported documentation development for a single project from concept design through permitting in Revit. Coordinated with engineers and consultants to align design intent with technical, structural and environmental requirements. Led material research, including review of EPDs, and LEED documentation to advance low-impact material selection. Conducted detailed on-site surveys of existing buildings, documenting spatial, structural, and material conditions.

Contributed to award-winning and competition projects, including the AIA Baltimore Headquarters redesign, the LifeCube AIA Maryland Excellence in Design Award, and the Johnston Square RFP contract win. Balanced preservation and contemporary design interventions to create new relevance within four existing structures. Participated in site surveys of historic and abandoned buildings, contributing to recovery and adaptive reuse strategies. Managed drawing revisions in Revit and communicated updates across interdisciplinary teams under tight deadlines. Assisted with submittal reviews and attended biweekly construction meetings, ensuring material compliance and quality assurance. Researched healthy, low-impact materials with manufacturers and presented findings to clients and firm-wide knowledge sessions.