YUHAN (ESME)CHEN, She/her

Hi, I’m Yuhan, a Master of Architecture student at Rice University in Houston, Texas, originally from Nanjing, China. I am an emerging designer with a deep passion for enhancing the built environment and everyday life through thoughtful, innovative design.

During my studies at Rice, I had the opportunity to study in Paris for a semester in 2024, which profoundly shaped my understanding of cities. I also participated in exchange programs at The University of Hong Kong in 2018 and Pohang University of Science and Technology in South Korea in 2019, enriching my perspective on urban environments and architecture.

My professional experience spans educational, institutional, and commercial projects across different regions and practices, including Arch11 in Denver, Architecture Research Office (ARO) in New York, Perkins & Will in Houston, and AZL Architects in Nanjing. Prior to Rice, I earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Architecture from Nanjing University, China.

Beyond architecture, I am a baker, film photographer and adventure enthusiast, always seeking inspiration from the world around me.

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yuhanesme@outlook.co

YUHAN CHEN | 陈雨涵