I believe that the field of architecture has yet to fully embrace new developing technologies like renewable energy, artificial intelligence and robotics. I aspire to continue developing architecture-related technology that creates more exciting places for humans to live and work while striving toward world-wide sustainability.
Technology now transcends regional and cultural divides to provide novel techniques in achieving sustainability and enhance collaboration among architects. I firmly believe that well-trained and educated designers hold the power to shape our daily lives for the better. However, in the new era of design, these specific individuals must understand how to utilize, implement and develop these technologies to maximize their potential.
I hope you enjoy my wide variety of work to date and to please reach out with any comments or questions.
REID architecture PLLC, Brooklyn, NY, US, Project Designer
• Assisted project design, development and visualization for
over nine projects ranging in scale and program.
OTJ Architects, Washington, DC, US, Project Designer
• Specialized in restoration and adaptive-reuse of historic
structures and ground up theaters.
• Led the design and management of a 40,000SF 19th century
school renovation achieving LEED Gold.
BCD&D, Washington, DC, US, Lead Project Designer
• Led the design and management of an addition and renovation for a single family home.
• Conducted existing conditions survey, create a Revit model and design options based on clients desires.
WAEC LLC, Washington, DC, US, Cofounder / CEO
• Autonomous ground drone delivery and logistics startup.
• Raised over $100,000 within three years while employing a
team of 17 engineers.
• Developed leadership, management, fundraising,
robotics, artificial intelligence, delivery logistics, product
manufacturing, client relations, trademarks, and intellectual
property skill sets.
Ecks Landscaping, Lake Monticello, VA, US, Chief Designer / Contractor
• Founded a landscaping company that served my community
with projects ranging from basic property maintenance to full-service
landscape architecture property design.
Bonstra Haresign, Washington, DC, US, Architectural Extern
• Led the design of an ornamental fireplace for a high-end
residential.
• Studied residential and commercial code in Washington, D.C.
Spector Group, New York, NY, US, Architectural Intern
• Developed client presentations, Revit modeling, BIM
management, drawing production and renderings for five NYC
projects ranging in different phases of design.
SHW Group, Charlottesville, VA, US, Architectural Extern
• Planned and fabricated an eighth scale physical model of a middle school for a client meeting.
• Learned workflow strategies from project architects, landscape architects, and interior designers.
Pratt Institute GAUD Advanced Standing Scholarship, Scholarship
A two-year scholarship for attending Pratt's GAUD Masters of Architecture program which is completed along a two-year track rather than the typical three-year track.
Patent: Storage Station for Storing Containers Transported by Unmanned Vehicles, Other
A storage station includes a housing defining an inner space, and having a top and side passage for passage of a container. One or more funnels are provided at the top passage for guiding the passage of containers therethrough, and an actuator system is provided for, selectively, engaging a container with a suspension system and disengaging a container from a suspension system. Also provided is a transfer system that is inclusive of the storage station, a UAV, a reusable container; and methods of transferring reusable containers between UAVs, the storage station, and other transport stations.
Private Equity Forum, Honorable Mention
This event had over 500 Angels and Venture Capitalists where I continued to build a syndicate of investors for my startup's Seed Round of $2m. This all-day event had multiple companies present their visions to the forum as well as many networking sessions. I pitched Waec's vision from a podium to all forum attendees and was able to display my companies drone prototype on the stage beside me.
Startupalooza, 1st Place
I won 1st place at a pitch competition called Startupalooza in Washington, D.C. where I pitched my startup's vision to a panel of Angel and VC judges with an audience of over 100 people where I looked to raise $2m in Seed Funding for my company Waec.
I was awarded 1st place out of 10 other companies and received a $1,400 ticket to attend and pitch at the Private Equity Forum at the Yale Club in Manhattan to continue building my syndicate of investors.
A transfer station includes a housing defining an inner space, and having a front passage for passage of a UGV and a top passage for passage of a container. One or more funnels are provided at the top passage for guiding the passage of containers therethrough, and an actuator system is provided for, selectively, engaging a container with a UAV suspension system and disengaging a container from a UAV suspension system. Also provided is a transfer system that is inclusive of the transfer station, a UAV, a UGV, and a reusable container; and methods of transferring reusable containers between UAVs and UGVs.
Patent Application: System and Method for Autonomous Shipping, Other
The present invention relates to an autonomous shipping system for transporting packages with a plurality of service drones and service stations, with transport of a single package being made possible through the cooperation of multiple different types of service drones and service stations, and with the continuous operation of individual delivery drones being made possible through the cooperation of charge drones.
