Ethnie Xu

Ethnie Xu is a dynamic architectural designer and entrepreneur with a rich business and architecture background. Currently based in New York City, she works as a Designer at Hart Howerton, where the team is known for designing complete environments – exceptional buildings, communities, and places that require innovative solutions due to their unique historical or natural settings.
Ethnie’s recent experience includes co-founding a YouTube channel focused on architecture and real estate, which has garnered over 300k views since December 2020. She also served as a Research Assistant at the Yale School of Management and a Roberts Innovation Fund Associate at Yale Ventures, where she focused on market research, financial modeling, and fostering early-stage startup development.
Born in New Zealand and of Chinese-Kiwi descent, Ethnie’s diverse cultural background enriches her architectural design and entrepreneurship perspective. Her extensive experience and passion for innovation make her a valuable asset in design, business, and real estate.
Title: Designer
Organization: Hart Howerton