I am a recent graduate of the MA (Hons) Architecture programme at the University of Edinburgh, awarded an Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) in 2025. Over the course of my studies, I developed a strong interest in architectural approaches that respond directly to the ecological systems of their surrounding environment. Both my written research and design projects have explored how existing site ecologies can serve as a foundational framework for architectural intervention. This interest has shaped a growing sensitivity to landscape, systems thinking, and the ethical dimensions of design. I bring an open and considered approach to collaborative work, strengthened by the group-focused nature of my degree. I am eager to build on this foundation in a professional setting, contributing a fresh and research-led perspective to practice.

Sam McKeown

I am a recent graduate of the MA (Hons) Architecture programme at the University of Edinburgh, awarded an Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) in 2025. Over the course of my studies, I developed a strong interest in architectural approaches that respond directly to the ecological systems of their surrounding environment. Both my written research and design projects have explored how existing site ecologies can serve as a foundational framework for architectural intervention. This interest has shaped a growing sensitivity to landscape, systems thinking, and the ethical dimensions of design. I bring an open and considered approach to collaborative work, strengthened by the group-focused nature of my degree. I am eager to build on this foundation in a professional setting, contributing a fresh and research-led perspective to practice.

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I am a recent graduate of the MA (Hons) Architecture programme at the University of Edinburgh, awarded an Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) in 2025. Over the course of my studies, I developed a strong interest in architectural approaches that respond directly to the ecological systems of their surrounding environment. Both my written research and design projects have explored how existing site ecologies can serve as a foundational framework for architectural intervention.

This interest has shaped a growing sensitivity to landscape, systems thinking, and the ethical dimensions of design. I bring an open and considered approach to collaborative work, strengthened by the group-focused nature of my degree. I am eager to build on this foundation in a professional setting, contributing a fresh and research-led perspective to practice.

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Work Experience

Architectural Intern at TDC Arch Design
April 30, 2024 - August 23, 2025
Worked at an award-winning practice specialising in bespoke designs for several of the UK's largest care home providers.
Work Experience - Shadowing Architect at Atkins Global
June 30, 2019 - August 23, 2025
Completed a period of work experience shadowing an architect at one of the world's largest construction corporations.

Education

MA (Hons) Architecture at University of Edinburgh
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services