Raven Xiangxue Chen
About Raven Xiangxue Chen
Raven Xiangxue Chen is a Part II Architectural Assistant currently employed at Foster + Partners in London, England, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Master of Architecture from the Architectural Association and has previous experience as a 3D Artist at AVR London and as a Part I Architectural Assistant at BDP in Shanghai.
Current Role at Foster + Partners
Raven Xiangxue Chen has been employed at Foster + Partners as a Part II Architectural Assistant since 2020. In this role, she contributes to various architectural projects, utilizing her skills in design and collaboration within a leading global architecture firm based in London, England. Her tenure at Foster + Partners highlights her commitment to advancing her architectural expertise in a dynamic environment.
Previous Experience at AVR London
Prior to her current position, Raven worked at AVR London as a 3D Artist for six months in 2015. This role allowed her to develop her skills in 3D modeling and visualization, contributing to the design processes within the firm. Her experience at AVR London provided her with a foundational understanding of architectural representation and design.
Education and Expertise
Raven Xiangxue Chen studied at the Architectural Association from 2018 to 2020, where she achieved a Master of Architecture (MArch), AA Diploma, and RIBA Part 2. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Bath from 2013 to 2017, obtaining RIBA Part 1. Her educational background equips her with a solid foundation in architectural principles and practices.
Experience at BDP
Raven served as a Part I Architectural Assistant at BDP (Building Design Partnership Ltd) from 2017 to 2018 for 11 months in Shanghai City, China. In this position, she gained practical experience in architectural design and project development, further enhancing her skills in the field.
Early Education at Shenzhen College of International Education
Raven completed her A Levels at Shenzhen College of International Education from 2011 to 2013. During this time, she studied Mathematics, Physics, Art and Design, and Information Communication Technology. This early education laid the groundwork for her future studies in architecture.