Architectural Portfolio

Architect and Designer based in Los Angeles, California

About David Aizenman

Biography

I am an Architect and Designer based in Los Angeles, originally from Mexico City. My educational journey began at the American School Foundation, where I developed a strong foundation in both English and Spanish. In 2019, I moved to Los Angeles to pursue a bachelors degree at SCI-ARC (Southern California Institute of Architecture). After an enriching five-year, I graduated in spring 2024, having engaged with some of the most innovative minds in design and architecture. During my studies, I was fortunate enough to indulge myself in a very unique environment, learning about the future of the field as well as other interesting themes that fostered my curiosity and passion. The program also allowed me to master various cutting-edge modeling programs which contributed to my skills in 3D Modeling and pysical model making. I am committed to designing spaces that are both innovative and highly responsive to their context. As an architect, I prioritize being a visionary while maintaining a strong social consciousness about how architecture can impact the world. I am eager to contribute my skills and insights to a dynamic team and continue growing as a professional in a collaborative environment.

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Projects

Biography

A curated collection of my favorite architectural projects and explorations across various design mediums. This portfolio includes a mix of academic and personal work, reflecting both my technical skills and creative sensibilities. Each piece showcases my proficiency in diverse design methods while expressing my individual visual language.

Resume

Biography

Resume

EDUCATION:

-SCI-ARC (Southern California Institute of Architecture) 2019-2024

PROFFESIONAL WORK:

-Production Assistant: Rasttro, Toluca, Mexico (June-August 2023)

-Architectural Intern: Arquitectura y Desarrollo Sustentable S.C., Mexico City (Summer 2022)

-Architectural Intern: Daryoush Safai Architect INC., Los Angeles, CA (Nov. 2024 - ongoin

EDUCATION:

-SCI-ARC (Southern California Institute of Architecture) 2019-2024

PROFFESIONAL WORK:

-Production Assistant: Rasttro, Toluca, Mexico (June-August 2023)

-Architectural Intern: Arquitectura y Desarrollo Sustentable S.C., Mexico City (Summer 2022)

-Architectural Intern: Daryoush Safai Architect INC., Los Angeles, CA (Nov. 2024 - ongoing)

AWARDS:

-SCI-ARC GAYA Scholarship Recipient (2019 - 2024): merit given to student of Latin America.

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TARTU CULTURAL CENTER

THESIS STATEMENT

Tartu Cultural Center

Investigating the relationship between two-dimensional representation and the built environment, this project focuses on the transformative potential of collage as a tool, enabling the translation between conceptual possibilities and physical spaces. By stitching sampled forms together, the building becomes an exploration of the nature of the seam and its implications in three dimensions. Through this transformation, the physical space of the building becomes a transition between architectural seams which allow the contrast of fragmented spaces to come together in a building. The stitching process reveals moments of coherence as well as moments of disruption between forms and textures. Applying this two dimensional technique into the built environment, and sampling forms derived from different case studies, the building results in a new interpretation of a two dimensional space.

Instead of looking for a seamless joinery between parts, this study attempts to embrace the diversity of forms and textures into a building. The seams between parts resist the urge to become unified, maintaining the recognizable fragments as a form of resistance to AI image creation which seeks to be seamless. A cultural center, a space where different cultures come together, is the perfect opportunity to test this project for both its spatial possibilities and programmatic needs to which have been resolved through the stitching process. The project attempts to promote the richness and diversity that the cultural center seeks to achieve.

Thesis Project: "Between Seams"

5A Anthropology Museum

Reflection on Coy Howard's Vertical Studio

The proposal for an anthropology museum in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles is designed to heighten the sensory experience through architecture, shaping distinct spatial moments and meaningful connections. The use of heavy materials and bold geometries allows for a fluid transition between galleries, reinforcing a sense of continuity. Themes such as sprezzatura, visual movement, and formal coherence guide the design, cultivating a sustained sense of curiosity and encouraging prolonged engagement.

Developed in a fourth-year vertical studio led by Coy Howard, the project emphasizes sensory-driven design. Our studio explored how elements like sprezzatura, geometric logic, and spatial rhythm could invite users into a deeper, more lasting relationship with the built environment. The two-semester journey—comprising The Bathhouse and The Museum—served as a comprehensive study in these themes, translating conceptual ideas into spatial and material expression.

Vertical Studio Project