Keiichi Iwamoto
About Keiichi Iwamoto
Keiichi Iwamoto is a RIBA Part II Architect currently working at Walt Disney Imagineering and Arup, with a background in arts and design and a focus on architecture and planning.
Current Role at Walt Disney Imagineering
Keiichi Iwamoto is currently working as an Architect at Walt Disney Imagineering in Glendale, California. He commenced this role in April 2020. During his tenure, he has focused on various aspects of architectural design, contributing his expertise in comprehensive planning, concept art, and sketching to various projects. His role involves leveraging his architectural skills to enhance the development and realization of imaginative and creative projects for Disney.
Experience at Arup
Keiichi Iwamoto has been serving as a RIBA Part II Architect at Arup in London since 2014. Here, he applies his architectural expertise in a highly collaborative environment, contributing to complex and innovative projects. His responsibilities include sketching, comprehensive planning, and the development of conceptual designs that adhere to Arup’s high standards of architectural excellence. His experience at Arup has reinforced his abilities in both technical and artistic aspects of architecture.
Previous Work at KPF
From 2010 to 2013, Keiichi Iwamoto worked as an Architectural Designer at KPF in New York. Over these three years, he was involved in numerous architectural projects where he utilized his skills in architectural design and planning. This role provided him with significant experience in the industry, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of architectural practices and project management.
Educational Background in Architecture
Keiichi Iwamoto holds a Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) degree from UCL, obtained from The Bartlett School of Architecture between 2012 and 2014. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from UCL, where he studied from 2007 to 2010. His educational journey began with a focus on art and architecture at the London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London, from 2006 to 2007. His extensive education has provided him with a solid foundation in architectural theory and practice.
Early Career at Douglas and King Architects
Keiichi Iwamoto worked briefly at Douglas and King Architects as an Architectural Assistant in 2009 for two months. This early role in his career involved assisting in various architectural tasks, which helped him to gain initial practical experience in the field. His work here laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles and career progression in architecture.