Soniha Nuzrat
@soniha4
About
Soniha Nuzrat is an architectural designer with over eight years of experience, focusing on affordable housing and sustainable design. She has worked on projects like the Linden St. Apartments where she helped integrate energy-efficient building systems and modular construction techniques.Her undergraduate thesis explored affordable courtyard housing for a tribal community in Bangladesh, preserving cultural traditions through local materials and adaptable designs. She expanded this research in her master's studies, applying similar concepts to housing in New York to promote communal living and reduce social isolation.With experience in construction administration, code compliance and project coordination, Soniha is dedicated to designing thoughtful and sustainable spaces that enhance communities. She is also passionate about sharing architectural insights and advocating for innovative housing solutions that balance cultural heritage with modern sustainability practices.
Education
Miami University, Oxford-Ohio, USA
Master Degree•Housing
Aug 2021 - Apr 2023
Oxford, Ohio, United States
Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology
Bachelor Degree•Housing
Jun 2006 - Jan 2013
Chittagong, Chittagong, Bangladesh
Achievement
AIA Medal for Academic Excellence
The American Institute of Architects: AIA•Honor & Awards•Tooele
The award for students in architecture began in 1914 with a resolution adopted by the AIA Board of Directors. AIA has provided a medal of excellence to the top graduating students receiving a Bachelor of Architecture, Master of Architecture, or Doctor of Architecture in National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) or Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB) accredited programs.
2nd Place: AIA Ohio Student Design Award
AIA: OHIO•Honor & Awards•Tooele
Rudolph Frankel Memorial Award (2022)
Miami University, Oxford-Ohio, USA•Honor & Awards•Oxford, Ohio, United States
Publications
EVALUATING CROSS-CULTURAL COURTYARD HOUSING FOR SOCIAL WELL-BEING in Manhattan, New York
published on25 Mar 2025
PORTFOLIO_SONIHA NUZRAT
published on25 Mar 2025