Arnott Ferels
Computation | Design | Tech
arnott.ferels@gmail.com | arnottferels.github.ioResume
Summary
Arnott Ferels is a computational designer and researcher focused on using computational methods, modular systems, and renewable energy to create impactful solutions for communities and spaces. His expertise includes optimization algorithms, generative design, urban modeling, BIM, and exploring how data-driven methods, machine learning, and AI can improve sustainability in architecture.
Education
Master of Architecture (M.Arch), Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB), Cum Laude, Bandung, Indonesia.
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch), Podomoro University, Cum Laude, Jakarta, Indonesia.
Honors & Awards
Top Graduate, Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), Master Program, GPA 4.00/4.00. (Link 1)
SAPPD ITB Graduation Speech, SAPPD ITB. (Link 1)
Dean’s List 2022, SAPPD ITB, Top Master of Architecture Student. (Link 1)
Podomoro Final Project Award, Podomoro University, Best Undergraduate Final Project. (Link 1)
Top 10, Tarumanagara University, Architectural Design Week (ADW). (Link 1)
Top 10 & Semifinalist, National Housing Development Enterprise, IDEA Perumnas. (Link 1)
Top 10 & Favorite Winner, Gaung Bandung ITB. (Link 1)
Experience
Computation Researcher Assistant, Research Center of New and Renewable Energy (RCNRE), Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), Bandung, Indonesia.
Computation + BIM Teaching Assistant & Tutor, School of Architecture, Planning, and Policy Development (SAPPD), ITB, Bandung, Indonesia.
Computation Research Assistant, SAPPD ITB, Bandung, Indonesia.
Building & Performance Simulation Specialist in Architectural Computation, Parahyangan Catholic University, Bandung, Indonesia.
Computational Designer, BYO Living, Jakarta, Indonesia.
Computation Tutor & Research Assistant, Department of Architecture, Podomoro University, Jakarta, Indonesia.
Architectural Designer Intern, Atelier Cosmas Gozali (ACG), Jakarta, Indonesia.
Architectural Designer Intern, Architect Indomegah, Jakarta, Indonesia.
Invited Talks & Reviews
Guest Reviewer, Bachelor thesis Architecture, Podomoro University, Jakarta, Indonesia.
Speaker, Daylight modeling in Architecture, SAPPD ITB, Bandung, Indonesia. (Material)
Tutor & Speaker, Energy Efficiency and Conservation: Workshop DIALux & OTTV, IVC Summer Course ITB, Bandung, Indonesia. (Material)
Guest Reviewer, Design Studio and Green Building Studio Architecture, Podomoro University, Jakarta, Indonesia.
Speaker, Green Building Design Exploration, Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology (Kemendikbudristek RI), Indonesia.
Speaker, Land Bank System and Urban Spatial Needs, SERINA Conference 2020, Jakarta, Indonesia.
Speaker, My bachelor’s thesis Architecture, Podomoro University, Jakarta, Indonesia.
Workshops
DigitalFUTURES 2023 + Grimshaw Architects, Beyond Static: Exploring ML for Adaptive Geometries in Expandable Structures, United Kingdom (Online). (Result)
DigitalFUTURES China 2023 + Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Context + Intelligence, United States & China (Online).
DigitalFUTURES 2022 + Ardaena, Bio-Dataflow on Mathematical Structural Forms, India (Online). (Result)
DigitalFUTURES 2021 + Karamba3D & BollingerGrohmann, Karamba & Octopus, Vienna, Austria (Online).
TKIMAI XXXIII, Sapa Kota: Bamboo Workshop, Tangerang, Indonesia.
Certifications
Green Open Space Planning Expert (Jakarta region), Ministry of Public Works and Housing (Indonesia).
Revit Architecture, Autodesk Education.
Junior Construction Management Expert, Ministry of Public Works and Housing (Indonesia).
Greenship Associates, Green Building Council Indonesia (GBCI).
AutoCAD Architecture, Autodesk Education.
Organizations
Indonesian Institute of Architect (Ikatan Arsitek Indonesia), Graduate Member.
Alumni & Student Association, SAPPD ITB, Member.
Alumni Association, Podomoro University, Deputy Head of Organization Development.
Christian Student Fellowship, Podomoro University, President.
Christian Student Fellowship, Podomoro University, Core Leadership Team.
Architecture Student Association, Podomoro University, Creative & Magazine Division.
Architecture Student Association, Podomoro University, Sponsorship Division.
Publications
Ferels A, Indraprastha A (2024). Dynamic multi-layer walkability model for transit-oriented movement: Nodes and Routes optimization method. International Journal of Architectural Computing. 31. SAGE Publications. DOI: 10.1177/14780771241254639. https://doi.org/10.1177/14780771241254639. (Green OA)
Nasution A D, Larasati D, Nadia S, Ferels A, Indartono Y S, Kurniawan H (2024). Optimization of BIPV utilization with parametric approach: Case study on Nearly Zero Carbon Building Studio Design in Medan, Indonesia. International Journal on Advanced Science, Engineering and Information Technology. 14. 1383-1394. INSIGHT: Indonesian Society for Knowledge and Human Development. DOI: 10.18517/ijaseit.14.4.19773. https://doi.org/10.18517/ijaseit.14.4.19773. (Open OA)
Ferels A (2023). Walkability Model using Dynamic Multilayer Method in Transit Hub Design in West Jakarta. Thesis. Institut Teknologi Bandung. https://digilib.itb.ac.id/gdl/view/71142. (Open OA)
Ferels A (2023). Bio-Data Flow on Mathematical Structural Forms. DigitalFUTURES Exhibition (Voxels).
Ferels A, Firmansyah H (2023). Analysis of Rechtsvacuum in Indonesian Criminal Procedure Law: Implementation of Prosecution Discontinuation Based on Restorative Justice. Syntax Literate Journal. 8(11). 6215–6228. DOI: 10.36418/syntax-literate.v8i11.13870. https://doi.org/10.36418/syntax-literate.v8i11.13870.
Ferels A, Khalid F, Maulidin E, Destianti C, Artha F, Nurliansyah H (2023). NURTURE: Nutrient for Future Singapore. Institut Teknologi Bandung. ATRiA ITB.
Djaja B, Ferels A (2022). Comparing Laws on the Right to Use Underground Spaces in Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, and Shanghai (China). Land, People, and Investment Post the Omnibus Law on Job Creation (2). Media Sains Indonesia.
Ferels A (2022). Trends in the Use of Tensile Membrane Structures and Future Prospects.
Ferels A, Alviani T, Tamma G A Y (2022). Evaluation of the Implementation of Modular Shading Devices on Office Building Enclosures in Tropical Climates for Optimizing User Productivity.
Marvella A, Ferels A, Hidayat F, Bicawasti P, Ariella S, Atharinafi Z, Rahman M F, Haya B, Asyara A H (2022). LUNA: Living in Urban Nature.
Ferels A (2021). A Critical Overview of Worker Status, Wages, and Working Time of Entry-Level Workers.
Ferels A (2021). Evaluative Energy Simulation.
Ferels A, Alviani T, Tamma G A Y (2021). Coop Himmelb(l)au: Computational Design-based Architecture.
Skills
Advanced: Rhino, Grasshopper, Revit Architecture, AutoCAD Intermediate: Dynamo, Rhino.Inside.Revit Beginner: SketchUp, Blender, 3ds Max
Advanced: Honeybee, Ladybug, Wallacei, Galapagos, Eddy3D, Quelea, Culebra, DIALux, Anemone Intermediate: Pachyderm Acoustic, AutodeskCFD, tOpos, Milipede, Kangaroo 2 Beginner: Karamba3D, Urban Network Analysis (UNA), ClimateStudio
Intermediate: UltiMaker Cura, Simplify3D, Lasercutting
Advanced: Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, MS Office, Draw.io Intermediate: DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, PowerBI, GIMP, Inkscape Beginner: Scribus
Expert: Twinmotion Advanced: Lumion Intermediate: Rhino Render, V-ray
Advanced: TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Sass, LaTeX, MDX, Markdown Intermediate: C#, Python, Apps Script Beginner: AHK, SQL
Advanced: Astro, Tailwind CSS Intermediate: Vite, React, Bootstrap, Gatsby
Advanced: Node.js, Git, VS Code, Visual Studio Intermediate: Rollup, PostgreSQL, GitHub Actions Beginner: Netlify, GraphQL
Fluent: English Native: Indonesian