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Brian Janeczko

Brian Janeczko

Los Angeles, CA, US

 

About 

I am an Architect and General Contractor.  

I seek projects which engage technology and fabrication as necessary and fundamental aspects of the design process, and which understand architecture as the diagram for engaging social, spatial and environmental problems with this in mind.  

Employment 

ras-a studio, Redondo Beach, CA, US, Project Site Architect

Serving the greater Los Angeles area, RAS-A Studio is a Boutique Design-Build practice focused on creating built environments that enhance quality of living while leaving a positive impact on the community and nature.

As Project Site Architect I worked directly with design team to develop construction detailing, while simultaneously employing a combination of 3d modeling software and hand sketching in order to coordinate complex detailing to our trades.

Nov 2021 - current
 

Project M Plus, Los Angeles, CA, US, Senior Architectural Associate

As the Senior Architectural Design Associate I work to develop projects by engaging technology and ecology as fundamental aspects of the design process.

Responsibilities include the design, management, and execution of residential, commercial, and cultural projects from concept through permitting and into construction administration.

Completed Projects include a Single Family Residence in Manhattan Beach, Renovation of Dome Space for Eagle Rock Montessori School, and L&E Restaurant in SilverLake.

Upcoming projects include Hillside Development of 9 Ground Up Residential Units In SilverLake, Beer Garden & Restaurant along the LA River in Frogtown, and Renovation and Upgrade of Historic Residences of Villa Carlotta.

May 2012 - Oct 2021
 

Self Owned Design/Build Installation Art Practice, Los Angeles, CA, US, Designer/Fabricator/Project Manager

Responsible for designing and managing fine arts designs.

Responsible for developing projects from concept through fabrication and construction.

I take on projects ranging in scale, scope, and typology ranging from graphic design to designing mechanical and architectural systems.

Nov 2008 - Jan 2015
 

Materials & Applications, Los Angeles, CA, US, Lead Fabricator

Managed on site and off site fabrication and assembly.

Organized seminars/lectures to develop grass roots approach to problem solving strategies in coordination visiting designers and engineers.

Hosted design and fabrication workshops in order to streamline workflow and create an open source model for problem solving with a volunteer community team base.

Nov 2008 - May 2011
 

Didier Hess, Los Angeles, CA, US, Project Manager/Lead Fabricator

Utilized extensive background in materials and fabrication techniques to deliver higher quality/less costly design solutions.

Employed a variety of 2d and 3d software to develop new and innovative strategies for problem solving from concept through fabrication.

Wrote technical specifications to ensure the greatest level of control over materials, vendors, and work flow strategies.

Managed design teams to deliver high quality yet innovative design and construction documentation.

Managed build teams during construction to ensure the safest and most efficient work environments.

Nov 2008 - May 2011
 

TOLO Architecture, Pasadena, CA, US, Associate Designer

Developed designs for architectural projects ranging from a custom residential spa to boutique retail mall.

Responsible for design and production architectural models for all the projects in the office.

Conducted material studies which resulted in developing architectural systems from recycled/found materials.

Oct 2006 - Aug 2008
 

Education 

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, BArch, Architecture

Aug 2001 - May 2006
 

Awards 

AIA LA Residential Architecture Award - Multi Residential (Small) Merit Award, Award

A formidable solution to LA’s housing crisis without sacrificing the desire for detached living. | There is something really intriguing about the arrangement and varying scale/orientation of individual buildings. Six siblings with each having individuality but all working together as a family. | They jumped through many hoops to get this project completed.

2023
 

AIA - Pasadena Foothills, Honorable Mention

Merit Award for design of 'Dunnage Ball' exhibited at Santa Monica's 2008 Glow Festival. Recipient of award as an associate designer and team member.

2010
 

Global House Competition, 3rd Place

3rd Place Award out of 250 Particpants from over 40 countries for 'NOMAD' design entry.

Team Members Include: Moniera Buck, Brian Janeczko, Priyanka Mara

2005
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills