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I'm Svetla Popova, an ARB/RIBA Part 2 architect with 20 years of experience spanning architecture, 3D visualization, AI, VR, and CGI. I thrive on turning complex ideas into sustainable, people-friendly spaces and digital experiences. I am a licensed architect. Currently I explore AI/ML and biophilic design, leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects from concept to completion across the US, UK, and EU. I value strategic planning, thoughtful execution, and clear communication to elevate both the built environment and the stories we tell through visuals. I build immersive and Metaverse worlds and also environment concepts. I also do set designs for films.…I'm Svetla Popova, an ARB/RIBA Part 2 architect with 20 years of experience spanning architecture, 3D visualization, AI, VR, and CGI. I thrive on turning complex ideas into sustainable, people-friendly spaces and digital experiences. I am a licensed architect. Currently I explore AI/ML and biophilic design, leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects from concept to completion across the US, UK, and EU. I value strategic planning, thoughtful execution, and clear communication to elevate both the built environment and the stories we tell through visuals. I build immersive and Metaverse worlds and also environment concepts. I also do set designs for films.

Svetla Popova

Architect, Interior Designer, Graphic Designer, +7

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I'm Svetla Popova, an ARB/RIBA Part 2 architect with 20 years of experience spanning architecture, 3D visualization, AI, VR, and CGI. I thrive on turning complex ideas into sustainable, people-friendly spaces and digital experiences. I am a licensed architect. Currently I explore AI/ML and biophilic design, leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects from concept to completion across the US, UK, and EU. I value strategic planning, thoughtful execution, and clear communication to elevate both the built environment and the stories we tell through visuals. I build immersive and Metaverse worlds and also environment concepts. I also do set designs for films.…I'm Svetla Popova, an ARB/RIBA Part 2 architect with 20 years of experience spanning architecture, 3D visualization, AI, VR, and CGI. I thrive on turning complex ideas into sustainable, people-friendly spaces and digital experiences. I am a licensed architect. Currently I explore AI/ML and biophilic design, leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects from concept to completion across the US, UK, and EU. I value strategic planning, thoughtful execution, and clear communication to elevate both the built environment and the stories we tell through visuals. I build immersive and Metaverse worlds and also environment concepts. I also do set designs for films.

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I’m Svetla Popova, an ARB/RIBA Part 2 architect with 20 years of experience spanning architecture, 3D visualization, AI, VR, and CGI. I thrive on turning complex ideas into sustainable, people-friendly spaces and digital experiences. I am a licensed architect.

Currently I explore AI/ML and biophilic design, leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects from concept to completion across the US, UK, and EU. I value strategic planning, thoughtful execution, and clear communication to elevate both the built environment and the stories we tell through visuals. I build immersive and Metaverse worlds and also environment concepts. I also do set designs for films.

Skills

Illustration

Experience Level

Illustration

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

German

Advanced

Work Experience

Architect at HAMILTONS ARCHITECTS LIMITED

May 1, 2014 - September 1, 2014

Led an international team of architects while designing a progressive green sustainable city for Gritnova Global Campus; directed interdisciplinary experiments across AI, architecture, biophilic and visual design to enhance the health of the built environment.

3D Modeler / Visual Designer at Vyonyx

January 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020

Conducted 3D modeling and VR research, enhancing architectural and interior visualizations for US and UAE projects. Led pre-/production of CGI studies, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative visualizations aligned with sustainability goals and reducing project turnaround time.

Event Coordinator / Architect at EDNO MAGAZINE

March 1, 2013 - January 31, 2014

Coordinated the EDNO Architecture Week 2013 & 2014: Future Cities; enhanced event logistics and website maintenance; facilitated exhibitions and managed international guest relations.

Architect / PR Lead at Studio Skica

March 1, 2013 - September 1, 2013

Conducted technical detailing for smaller residential projects; led PR efforts, promoting events and increasing international participation.

Intern at HERE Arts Center

May 1, 2004 - August 1, 2004

Curated and organized events, including installation and de-installation of shows for a contemporary arts gallery, enhancing event logistics.

Visual Library Technician / Assistant Curator / PR/MKT Assistant to the Dean at Vassar College

August 1, 2000 - May 1, 2004

Performed multiple roles within the Art History and Russian Studies departments, supporting curation, library operations, marketing, and event coordination.