Alexis Feinberg ’27: BOS-UA
When my parents were redesigning our home, I had no idea how complicated and intentional every design detail was. I understand now, after spending four weeks interning with Arthur Chang at BOS-UA, a small urban design firm in Cambridge.
My role involved small details that bring a project to life: building 3D models, tiles, and mock windows. The biggest skill I picked up was Rhino, the 3D software the firm uses to design everything from structures to individual tiles. One project I especially enjoyed was designing the flooring for Austin Prep, a school I compete against in sports, which made the work feel tangible.
Sitting in on the firm’s meetings taught me the most, though. Architecture isn’t just design; it’s collaboration, patience, and coordination. Much of the process is spent accommodating a client’s needs and constraints. And, of course, I learned that no matter how busy the office gets, there’s always time to watch the World Cup—and to root for Argentina.
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