Karl Bengzon Ra

Karl Bengzon, RA has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of architecture. Karl is currently working as a Project Architect at Woods Bagot since March 2022. Prior to this, they worked at SHoP Architects as a Senior Associate, VDC from March 2019 to October 2020, and as an Associate, Virtual Design and Construction from January 2015 to March 2019.

Karl has also served as an Adjunct Professor at the New York Institute of Technology in August 2015. In 2014-2015, they worked as a VDC Manager at SC | SHoP Construction Services LLC.

In addition, Karl has teaching experience, having worked as a Teaching Assistant at Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning & Preservation in 2013. Here, they assisted critics and instructed students on parametric design concepts using advanced software. Karl also served as a Teaching Assistant for the class Workflow 2012 at Columbia University, where their role mainly involved engaging in class discussions, offering advice and criticism to students, and performing administrative tasks.

Earlier in their career, Karl worked at Gensler as an Architectural Designer + Job Captain from 2004 to 2009, and at NK Architects as a Draftsman from 1999 to 2004.

Overall, Karl Bengzon, RA brings a wealth of experience and expertise in architectural design, virtual design and construction, teaching, and project management to their current role as a Project Architect.

Karl Bengzon, RA has obtained a Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) degree from Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning & Preservation, completing their studies from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, they have obtained the certification of Registered Architect from NY State in February 2016.