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Erick Ley

Erick Ley

Los Angeles, CA, US

 
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About 

My name is Erick, I was born in Los Angeles. Throughout my architectural career, I have had the privilege of working on projects of varying scales both domestically and internationally. I have held positions ranging from junior to senior designer. My technical expertise extends to advanced proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, Enscape and Adobe Creative Suite, enabling me to translate design concepts and documentation efficiently. Furthermore, my leadership and communication skills have been instrumental in fostering collaborative environments.
 
My most recent role as Job Captain at House and Robertson Architects provided me with valuable experience in managing the production of construction document sets compliant with California Building Codes, enhancing my technical skills in the capacity of Architect of Record. I honed my skills in coordination with consultants across disciplines, ensuring seamless integration of structural, MEP, and interior design elements.

Additionally, my previous job in Guerin Glass Architects offered exposure to high-profile hospitality projects and master plans, including those affiliated with the Four Seasons brand. I took charge of delivering top-tier design development and client presentations, demonstrating my proficiency in leading Revit modeling standards and guiding massing studies and material selections, coordinated with principals and project managers.

In my portfolio, I showcase a diverse array of projects spanning office buildings, residential developments, mixed-use spaces, and interior designs. For each project type, I detail my achievements and responsibilities, having been involved from schematic design to construction documentation phase in every endeavor. The portfolio follows a structured approach, starting from initial design stages through to completion, accompanied by informative descriptions and visual references, including renderings. All project drawings, graphics, and renderings featured in my portfolio were personally developed by me in collaboration with various project managers and consultants. Furthermore, the last part of my portfolio provides insight into my creative process through personal sketches, illustrating how I conceptualize and ideate. Lastly, I include a selection of architectural photography—a hobby that allows me to practice composition and color which grants me the opportunity to document various buildings, enriching my understanding of architectural design.

Thank you for considering my application. I am excited about the opportunity to further discuss how my experiences and skills can contribute to the continued success of your firm. Please find my portfolio attached for your review. I look forward to the possibility of discussing this exciting opportunity with you. (I’m an American citizen, I will not require any type of sponsorship now or in the future).

Warm regards.

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Employment 

House and Robertson Architects , Los Angeles, CA, US, Architect of Record

Participate in different projects under the lead of licensed architects, coordinating documentation with consultants (structural, landscape, interior design, MEP, etc.) from offices and mixed-use buildings to residential, according to the California building code for permitting and construction.

Coordination of design and construction details

Research of materials, products, building systems and means of construction

Jan 2023 - current
 

Guerin Glass Architects, Los Angeles, CA, US, Senior Architectural Designer

I was responsible for the content quality and deliverables of client Concept Presentations and Design Development for high-end hospitality and Four Seasons branded master plans in Costa Palmas, San Jose del Cabo, Mexico, Residential projects in Orem, Utah, Mixed use and educational projects in Hawaii. I also assisted GGA's Principals in massing studies, programming, materials and finishes selections, and led all Revit content modeling standards.

Small/Medium Scale Housing, Hospitality, Educational Projects

Team Coordination

Graphic presentations & 3D models

Produced and coordinated design and construction documents

Collaborate with, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors

Aug 2021 - Dec 2022
 

Verse Design LA, Los Angeles, CA, US, Intermediate Architectural Designer

Participate in Medium/Large Scale Commercial, Office and Hospitality projects

Produced and coordinated design and construction documents

Participate in CA activities, reviewing and producing RFI’s, clarifications and submittals.

Jul 2019 - Aug 2021
 

Valerio Architects, Los Angeles, CA, US, Interior Designer | Architectural Drafter

Interior Design and FF&E Plans

Millwork and furniture design

Production in all design stages (SD, DD, CD) with Revit and AutoCAD

Nov 2018 - Jun 2019
 

A-001 Taller de Arquitectura, Mexico, MX, Project Architect

- Project team management
- Management of meetings with clients
- Engineering coordination
- Schematic design
- Design development
- Construction documents
- Industrial design
- Graphic presentations
- 3D models
- Developing construction details documents
- Research materials, products and building systems throughout the design and construction phases
- Collaborate with, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives

Feb 2017 - Oct 2018
 

Education 

Selfteaching, Los Angeles, CA, US, Photography

Self-taught in photography through LinkedIn learning and “Photography” a book by Barbara London, Jim Stone and John Upton. Continuous learning.

Jan 2022 - current
 

House and Studio Luis Barragan, Mexico, MX, Docent

English guided tours at the house and studio of the Pritzker prize winner Luis Barragan

Jan 2006 - Oct 2018
 

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Mexico, MX, BArch, Faculty of Architecture

Trained to be an architect is having a great set of skills, I was able to learn how to collaborate with other peers pursuing the same goal, through different forms of expression as sketch, photography, 3D and physical models, oral and graphic presentations, have a critical thinking, strategist, time and team management, multitasking and problem-solving.

Aug 2011 - May 2016
 

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