Kitae Kim

Computational Designer, Architecture, Developer and Researcher

I create at the intersection of data and design, where algorithms meet human experience. My work explores how technology can enhance accessibility and bridge societal gaps through thoughtful computational solutions.

Recent Projects

Vergil's Aeneid Textbook
The Grocery Link
Analysis Tool for Food Deserts and Delivery Gaps.
The Grocery Link is a data-driven tool that visualizes issues of food accessibility across the United States. By identifying areas where food deserts and the absence of delivery services overlap, it highlights the most vulnerable regions at a glance.
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Since 1878
Automated Fabrication
This project advances glue-free fabrication of interior insulation systems by developing self-supporting structures using automated computational tools like Grasshopper (.gh) and robotics.
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50th Anniversary Library
Liminal Urbanism
Mixing attributes to create a modern Public & Commercial network.
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Urban Planning Project
Computational Tool 2025

The Grocery Link

Analysis Tool for Food Deserts and Delivery Gaps.
The Grocery Link is a data-driven tool that visualizes issues of food accessibility across the United States. By identifying areas where food deserts and the absence of delivery services overlap, it highlights the most vulnerable regions at a glance.

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Data Visualization Project
Automated Fabrication 2024

Transformative Automation

This project advances glue-free fabrication of interior insulation systems by developing self-supporting structures using automated computational tools like Grasshopper (.gh) and robotics.

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Architectural Design
Architectural Design, AI research 2023

Liminal Urbanism

Mixing attributes to create a modern Public & Commercial network

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Computational Design
Website, Data Analysis 2024

Cities of Bail

People in urban counties mortgage thier homes to secure a bail bonds

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Computational Design
Research Paper 2022

Autonomous Vehicles on Urban spatial

Housing price distribution according to changes in travel opportunity cost.

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Computational Design
Architectural Design, Data Analysis 2021

Ignite Behavior

Diversification of urban behavior and enrichment of urban situation

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Computational Design
Architectural Design, Data Analysis 2021

Urban Stereoscopic Expansion

The phenomenon of urban elements in three dimensions

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Computational Design
Pavilion, Architectural Design 2021

SUM

Pavilion to prepare for the fine dust disaster

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Computational Design
Architectural Design, AI Research 2022

Elemental Sabotage

Exploring new possibilities through the deconstruction of traditional Korean architecture

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Computational Design
Architecture Competition, Data Analysis 2023

New Terrain

Urban spatial structure by new mobility and data analysis

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Computational Design
Architecture Competition 2022

Self Reflection

The Last Newclear Bomb Memorial

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Computational Design
Architecture Competition 2022

Reinventing Urban Roundabouts

In the era of autonomous vehicles

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BIM Project
Building Information Modeling

Revit BIM Implementation

Comprehensive building information modeling using Revit, including parametric family creation, phase planning, and collaborative workflow optimization for complex architectural projects.

Revit BIM Dynamo
Arduino Projects
Physical Computing

Arduino Interactive Systems

Interactive physical computing project using Arduino microcontroller to process biometric data from heart rate sensors, implementing real-time signal processing and LED control systems for responsive interactive installations.

Arduino Raspberry Pi Sensors Python
Robotic Control
Robotic Fabrication

Grasshopper_Robotic Control

Parametric programming for robotic arm control using Grasshopper, including path planning, collision detection, and automated fabrication workflows for architectural components.

Grasshopper Robotics Arm Arduino Rhino 3D
GIS Analysis
Geographic Information Systems

ArcGIS Spatial Analysis

Advanced spatial analysis and mapping using ArcGIS, including demographic analysis, site suitability studies, and urban planning visualizations with custom cartographic design.

ArcGIS Pro QGIS PostGIS Python
Computational Design
Computational Design

Grasshopper_location & route

Using origin and destination analysis, the distances between homes and various essential utilities are measured and presented.

Grasshopper Python C#
Environmental Analysis
Environmental Analysis

Grasshopper_Environmental Simulation

Comprehensive environmental performance analysis using Grasshopper plugins, including solar analysis, wind simulation, daylighting studies, and wind environment.

Ladybug Honeybee Butterfly Galapagos

Curriculum Vitae

Education

May 2024 - May 2025
Master of Science in Computational Design Practices
Columbia University, GSAPP
Mar 2018 - Feb 2024
Bachelor of Architecture; School of Architecture
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Soongsil University

Experience

Jun 2024 - Sep 2024
Research Assistant
Center for Spatial Research, New York, United States
Contributed to the Cities of Bail project, which visualizes the practice of mortgaging property to secure bail across U.S.
Developed and designed the project page using GIS and JavaScript, including data analysis and visualization
Sep 2024 - Present
Making Studio Crew
Making Studio, New York, United states
Operated PLA and resin 3D printers for various design and fabrication tasks.
Assisted and guided projects using laser cutters and CNC machines
Jan 2022 - Dec 2023
Research Assistant
City Place Lab (CPLAB), Seoul, South Korea
Conducted urban space analysis and data mapping related to autonomous vehicles, housing price prediction, and their impact on cities.
Developed data-driven models, simulations, and 3D modeling for urban projects and competitions.
Mar 2020 - Mar 2022
Architecture supporter
Samsung C&T Corporation, Seoul, South Korea
Created and distributed architectural educational materials while organizing and managing events.
Taught architecture classes both online and offline for students and non-majors.
Mar 2021 - Jan 2022
President of Union
Union of Architecture University students (UAUS), Seoul, South Korea
Presented and facilitated the agenda through the meeting.
Prepared and progressed pavilion exhibition on Nodeul island in Seoul

Academic Publications

2023
Impact of Autonomous Vehicles on Urban Spatial Structure in Seoul Metropolitan Area: Focusing on Housing Price Distribution According to Changes in Travel Opportunity Cost
C. Park. & K. Kim.
Journal of the Architectural Institute of Korea, Vol.39, No.5
Collected residential environment data, wrote code for the analysis and conducted simulations.
2022
The Characteristics and Types of Roundabouts That Consider Multi-level Development of Autonomous Roads: Comparison and Cluster Analysis by Living Sphere in Seoul
C. Park., S. Jang., S. Lee., D. Park., & K. Kim.
Journal of the Architectural Institute of Korea, Vol.38, No.11
Supported comparison and cluster analysis of road roundabouts.

Awards & Honors

2023
Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism Participant
Seoul 100-year Masterplan Exhibition Open Call for Proposals
Exhibition on Seoul Biennale at Seoul Urban Architecture Exhibition Hall, Aug 1 - Oct 29, 2023
Soongsil Engineering Award
Winning entry for Architecture Graduation Project
2022
Non Architecture Competition
Editorial Picks for Street of Tomorrow
Multi-level Development of Street Roundabouts
2021
National Science & Technology Scholarship
2 years Full-Ride Scholarship for outstanding academic achievement in the STEM field
UAUS Pavilion
Top 5 for Pavilion in disaster preparedness
Exhibition on Noduel Island, Seoul, South Korea, Sep 6 - Sep 26, 2021

Skills

Programming
Python JavaScript HTML/CSS Qgis ArchGis Arduino SQL Leaflet Pandas Numpy MApbox Machine Learning
Modeling Software
Rhino 3D Grasshopper Revit(BIM) AutoDesk Auto CAD Sketch Up Envrionmental Analysis(Ladybut, Honeybee, Ecotect)
Visualization
Enscape V-Ray Rumion Adube Creative Sutie(Phtoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premier Pro) Figma
Fabrication
3D Printing Laser Cutter CNC Machine Robotic Arm Metal+Wood Tool