New York, NY, US
I’m an architect with over 10 years of professional experience, in virtually all areas of architecture practice but with a particular talent and passion for the architecture of interiors. I’m specialized in luxury/high-end commercial/retail and residential projects. I’m a versatile architect able to apply the most rigorous standards when required and able to improvise when circumstances demand it. My professional background is both in New York and Milan and I’m comfortable working in both locations as well as Miami.
I’m a creative designer, an effective collaborator and a capable manager. I’m a confident and articulate communicator, able to distill complex ideas for a variety of project stakeholders.
My designs express a contemporary classicism, emphasizing the power of balance and proportion to create an environment of calm, ease and even playfulness. My designs are clean but also contextual, acknowledging their surroundings and local values. My attention to detail guarantees a boutique feel both in the design and construction of every project.
I have been involved in number of major projects including the ground-up 520 W. 28th Street condo (Zaha Hadid’s first project in NYC) and the complete renovation of 1 West 37th Street the headquarters of Luxottica, the global eyewear corporation. The building includes retail/showrooms and offices. My responsibilities covered all phases of the projects, including schematic design, design development, construction drawings, construction administration and management.
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ARCHIMEDES, Eddy MEDEghini Interior ARCHItecture & DESign, New York, NY, US, Architectural and Interior Designer - Principal
o Personal business providing Interior architecture and design services,
o Overseeing all phases of projects from schematic design to project completion.
o Specialization in luxury retail and single-family interiors, including finishes/furniture specification & decoration.
o Project management services while carrying out feasibility and financial studies.
Vocon, New York, NY, US, Project Designer
o Gut renovations of luxury amenities and offices spaces.
o Design team member focused on marketing and schematic design.
o The approach enhances the original characteristics of the spaces proposing a new design with a modern twist.
o Finishes, lighting, and furniture specification.
Bruce Bierman Design, New York, Architectural Designer/Project Manager - Consultant
o High-end residential interior single-family homes, gut renovations design-built projects.
o Cutting-edge design and the meticulous attention to the details make each project a work of art. The client’s personality and the project background are reflected in the unique design, giving a boutique feel to each home.
o Part of the architectural team on all hands-on projects as a multitasking designer and manager. Working directly with the main architect, involved in all phases of the project, including survey, schematic design, millwork design, furniture and finishes specifications and procurement.
Ismael Leyva Architects, PC, New York, NY, US, Project Architect
o Member of a 100-architect office serving as architect of record and designer for luxury high rise, hospitality, and education buildings in NYC and internationally.
o Started as Job captain and promoted to Project architect in 2016.
o Strategize and produce design options for all phases of the project and management.
o Generate project schedules, monitor, and track milestones, design and draft using software such as Revit and AutoCAD.
o Coordinate interaction among clients, design architects, consultants, and vendors to satisfy client requirements. Projects include 520 West 28th Street, Zaha Hadid's first project in New York.
Luxottica Group, NEW YORK, Sr. Design and Construction Manager
o Adapted and executed architectural designs for Design-Build projects of Luxottica.
o Produced design drawings, site sketches, and reviewing shop drawings.
o Supervised on-site construction and schedule management.
o Retail experience, provided customer service and managed client expectations, working in a multilingual context.
o Projects included 1 West 37th Street (on 5th Ave) - The Luxottica Building. Oversaw gut renovation for Luxottica’s headquarters in NYC. Managed the 3-year process of designing and constructing a high-end facility in an occupied and active 44,000 SF 12-floors building.
o Interacted with Luxottica management and construction companies.
o Coordinated activity with architects, engineers, consultants, vendors retail/store management.
o Reviewed and approved applications for payment and change orders. Managed schedules and budgets.
Ismael Leyva Architects, New York, Project Architect
Promoted from Job captain to Project architect.
Daniel O'Connor Architects, New York, NY, US, Design Project Manager
o Performed hands-on projects in an architecture boutique firm environment.
o Started as Intermediate architect and promoted to Project manager.
o Involved in all project phases including survey, schematic design and 3D rendering models.
o Conducted dynamic presentations and website displays creating a positive client experience.
o Exhibited excellent communication skills with development of quality relationships throughout project execution.
o Projects included Makers and Merchants, Brooks Brothers’ 15,000 SF, 3-story luxury restaurant. Involved among the rest on furniture and finishes specification and procurement.
CAZA, Brooklyn, NY, US, Intermediate architect
Team member in a design architecture firm environment.
Leveraged knowledge of architecture and design to present highly creative designs to various clients. Projects included design for a mall and business center in Manila and a luxury hotel and building facilities for a Philippine airport. Involved in schematic design, model, 3D models, DD phase, and drafting activities.
Vittorio Grassi Architetto and Partners, Milan, IT - Paris, France, Junior architect
Strategically identified new business opportunities, connected with investors and design community. Involved in schematic design of a Miami residential tower. General activities included models, 3D models, DD phase, drafting activities and buildings’ restoration.
PIUARCH S.r.l, Milan, IT, Drafter
Participated in projects including a 431,000 SF condo complex and a 216,000 SF business center hotel, efficiently managing relationships with multiple accounts and dealers internationally.
Studio di Architettura Alfonsi - Lualdi - Carettoni, Milan, IT, Project Architect
Started part-time while attending university. Involved from initial financial strategy through construction execution and delivery to clients. Projects included:
• Restoration of a 55,000 SF landmark building in the center of Florence, including residential, offices and retails (Ferragamo)
• Restoration and expansion of 2 circa 6,500 SF Liberty Villas on Lake Como
• Restoration of a landmark 33,000 SF castle and 55,000 SF baroque gardens in northwest Italy
• Design for a ground up 26,000 SF Condo complex near the Stadium of Milan
• About 40 projects to improve residential buildings’ energy performance as part of a Green Building, sustainability and passive house focus.
