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Santiago was born and raised in Medellin and Bogota, Colombia. Passed generations embedded in fine arts, literature, and architecture are integral in ORTIZMEXIA's identity and philosophy. Ortiz moved to the United States (Providence, RI) to pursue Architecture and Fine Arts studies and a career in design and architecture. He graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design with degrees in Architecture (B. of Arch.) and Fine Arts (B.F.A) in 1999. Santiago relocated to Los Angeles, CA immediately after graduation and began working for small architecture firms focused on high end custom homes and boutique commercial spaces. Since launched in 2006, ORTIZMEXIA PROJECTS, INC. has been building a reputation for a timeless and elegant style; from new construction, residential additions and alterations to individual pieces of furniture. His family home has been featured multiple times on the Venice, CA home and garden tour circuits, including the prestigious AIA | LA Chapter Home Tours. He has been Published on Interior Design Magazine and on the Los Angeles Times Print and Online Newspaper. Santiago is an Associate Member at The American Institute of Architects and taking the Architect Registration Examination through the California Architects Board to acquire Architectural License in the State of California.
Ortiz Mexia Projects, Inc., Los Angeles, CA, US, CEO/ Pricipal
Principal at Ortiz Mexia Projects, Inc.
Design & Permit of New Construction, Additions & Alterations, Remodels, Renovations, Adaptive Reuse, Custom Cabinetry, Furniture, and others.
Single-family dwellings of wood frame construction not more than two stories and basement in height.
Multiple dwellings containing no more than four dwelling units of wood frame construction not more than two stories and basement in height.
Garages or other structures appurtenant to buildings described under subdivision (a), of wood frame construction not more than two stories and basement in height.
Agricultural and ranch buildings of wood frame construction, unless the building official having jurisdiction deems that an undue risk to the public health, safety, or welfare is involved.
Santiago Ortiz Design Studio, Venice, CA, US, Owner
Custom Wood/ Steel Furniture.
Ward Jewell and Associates, Santa Monica, CA, US, Junior Designer
All Project Phases, Building Permits, Project Administration, Clerical Tasks.
AutoCAD, 3d Max, Photoshop.
Alejandro Ortiz Architects, Los Angeles, CA, US, Junio Designer
All Project Phases, Building Permits, Project Administration, Clerical Tasks.
AutoCAD, 3d Max, Photoshop.
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Providence, RI, US, BArch, Architecture
Department of Architecture
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Providence, RI, US, Bachelors, Fine Arts
Fine Arts