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Kharter Ratliff

Kharter Ratliff

Philadelphia, PA, US

 

About 

As an architectural designer, my experience has allowed me to incorporate interdisciplinary studies and creative tools to develop design research and meet requirements for a variety of construction types. My experience and continued growth have shaped my analysis and understanding of purposeful, well-informed architectural work.  


Employment 

VLBJR+ Architects, King of Prussia, PA, US, Intermediate Architect

As an intermediate architect in an 8-person firm, I worked on seeing projects through all architectural phases for multi-residential and commercial projects, including renovations, fit-outs, historical preservation, and new construction.

Apr 2021 - May 2024
 

Dan Bucsescu Architecture, Remote, Architectural Drafter / Copy Editor

I produced permit drawings for a former design and architectural theory professor from my alma mater while also acting as a copy editor for the development of a book on his 40 years of teaching.

Nov 2020 - Dec 2021
 

Camille Peluso Architects, Philadelphia, PA, US, Architectural Designer [Contract]

As an architectural designer for a small commercial and interior design firm, I was responsible for producing construction documents, various construction administrative duties including organizing submittals for shop drawings, RFIs and ASIs, as well as site surveys during ongoing construction for field reports.

Oct 2019 - Mar 2020
 

Gate 17 Architecture, Haddonfield, NJ, US, Architectural Designer

As an architectural designer for a multi-residential firm, my responsibilities involved assisting in the production of design deliverables through all phases of the design and construction processes. Projects included a range of building renovations, new construction, as well as presentations for HUD jobs and township officials.

Jun 2018 - Jul 2019
 

Toll Architecture, Inc., Horsham, PA, US, Studio Associate

As a studio associate for a residential design-build firm, my responsibilities involved the production of construction documents and sending out drafted designs. I gained experience in creating permit sets, municipality sets for client communities, providing supporting specifications and making revisions to existing 3D models.

Oct 2017 - Feb 2018
 

Education 

Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY, US, BArch, Undergraduate Architecture

5-Year NAAB Accredited Undergraduate Program focusing on architectural design theory, technical representation, and professional practice.

Aug 2010 - May 2015
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills