Claire Kuang
About Claire Kuang
Claire Kuang is a software engineer with a Master of Architecture from Harvard University. She has extensive experience in design technology and has worked with notable organizations such as NASA and Gehry Technologies.
Work at Speckle
Claire Kuang currently serves as a Software Engineer at Speckle, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she has contributed to the development of software solutions that enhance interoperability in building information modeling (BIM). Her work includes designing and building a comprehensive BIM model translation tool that maintains file structure, layers, and object properties during model conversion. This tool is utilized for delivering multiple large projects, showcasing her technical skills and understanding of complex software requirements.
Education and Expertise
Claire Kuang earned her Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) from Harvard University Graduate School of Design, where she studied from 2013 to 2017. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Applied Mathematics from Columbia University in the City of New York, completing her degree from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both architectural design and technical problem-solving, which she applies in her current role.
Background
Claire Kuang has a diverse professional background that includes various internships and positions in architecture and technology. She worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Harvard University Graduate School of Design for three months in 2016. Additionally, she held multiple internships, including a Research Intern role at NASA in 2010 and 2011, and an Architectural Intern position at Henning Larsen Architects in 2015. Her experience spans both technical and design aspects of architecture.
Previous Employment
Before joining Speckle, Claire Kuang worked as a Senior Design Technologist at Gehry Technologies from 2017 to 2021. In this role, she focused on integrating technology into architectural design processes. She also served as an Intern Creative Technologist at Certain Measures, LLC from 2015 to 2016, where she contributed to creative technology projects. Her work experience reflects her commitment to advancing architectural practices through technology.