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In 2011 I based my Master's Research Project on the belief that when architects take greater interest in the development process, the quality of our built environment improves rapidly. I am inspired by architects who have taken control of the longevity of their careers by developing their own projects from site study and feasibility analysis through design, and in some cases, through construction and property management.
My long-term career goals are: (1) To work with developers and contractors as a team that designs and builds projects as a collaborative process, and (2) For those projects to transform common communities into inspiring places to live and work within.
Kenneth Park Architects, New York, NY, US, Project Manager - High-End Retail Architecture
At Kenneth Park I work with several high-end retailers to take their stores from design development to reality. In 2013 I saw a dozen retail spaces through construction.
As Project Manager my responsibilities include surveying, code research, permitting, developing bid documents, coordinating construction drawings, developing construction details, responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings and submittals, making site visits to review construction progress, and preparing punch lists.
Maintaining project schedules and staying informed with all members of the project team has been critical to my success in this position.
FSMY Architects & Planners, Fort Lauderdale, FL, US, Project Manager & Designer, Exterior Lighting Consultant
This was my second stint with FSMY. After graduate school, I started back with this firm before making the decision to move to New York City to support my fiance attending graduate school at NYU.
I worked under a principal of the firm to develop projects from schematic design through construction administration. I was responsible for managing timelines and keeping correspondence with clients, consultants, and contractors.
I worked primarily on small hospitality renovations for hotels for Starwood Capital.
After moving to New York I continued to consult for FSMY on environmentally based lighting renovations. I am recognized as an expert in exterior lighting for beachfront hotels that must comply with Florida Fish and Wildlife guidelines for sea turtle habitat protection.
Aerotek Architecture & Engineering, New York, NY, US, Contract Employee - Retail
When I moved to New York in the fall of 2011, I utilized Aerotek to begin getting experience in New York CIty.
I worked for Global Arch for six months and TPG for four months. I developed construction documents for retail spaces for Kate Spade, Jack Spade, Calvin Klein, Foot Action, and Nike. For Nike, I worked out complex construction details and worked with the firm principal during the Construction Administration phase of the 5th Avenue Nike store. I also built 3D models and created renderings for Georgetown Cupcake SoHo.
Raymond Jungles, Inc., Miami, FL, US, Graduate Student Intern
I designed architectural elements to live within Raymond's tropical gardens. I assisted in the production of landscape construction documents. I rendered landscapes using SketchUp and Photoshop.
FSMY Architects & Planners, Fort Lauderdale, FL, US, Project Manager & Designer
I worked under the principal of the firm to develop projects from schematic design through construction documents. I was responsible for developing schematic designs, managing project timelines, and keeping correspondence with clients, consultants, and contractors.
I worked primarily on resort renovations for hotels under the Starwood Capital umbrella. I also worked on various commercial projects including Fort Lauderdale MINI Cooper, and several mixed-use condominium buildings.
Looney Ricks Kiss, Jacksonville, FL, US, Intern Architect
In my first architecture job, I spent a lot of time making fantastic design booklets for clients. I began learning how to put together construction drawings.
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, US, MArch, Graduate School of Architecture
