About Myself
Hello, I am Drake Dias, a third-year student in Architectural Studies at California State University, Fresno, based in Lemoore, California. My passion for architecture began in childhood, sparked by a fascination with creation and the art of design. Today, that early curiosity has evolved into a focused pursuit of architectural innovation that blends creativity, sustainability, and urban systems.
Currently on track to graduate in four years, accelerating past the typical five-year path. I’m earning a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies with minors in Geography and City & Regional Planning. This interdisciplinary foundation reflects my commitment to designing spaces that are not only functional and beautiful but also environmentally responsive and socially impactful.
This portfolio showcases my work across academic and personal projects, highlighting my ambition to integrate architectural design into environmental landscapes, sustainable city planning, and equitable urban development. Each design reflects my values: creativity, resourcefulness, and a drive to shape spaces that serve both people and planet.
Thank you for visiting. I welcome your feedback and any insights you’d like to share.
Drake Dias' Portfolio
Showcasing my creative vision and academic projects as a future architect in California.
I'm excited to share my latest endeavors with you! Feel free to explore my ongoing projects and share your thoughts—I truly value your feedback.
Explore My Current Projects & Join the Creative Journey
$500 House Challenge
Residential Housing
(Complete)
In this challenge, the Architectural and Construction Management Students were given the goal of designing and managing material costs within a price range of $500. As the Architecture Student on the project, I collaborated with my peers to design the house. The first step was quickly sketching the initial design in paint. The second step I utilized was hand-drafting my sketch onto a piece of draft paper. Then, continuing to recreate the hand-draft in Revit. The Project was presented and was met with compliments from teachers and peers due to its sustainable design, and it was under budget.
(Incomplete)
An original two-story residential design assignment, which required an original design, full sheets with dimensions, elevations, sections, and renderings utilizing Twinmotion or other rendering software.