Creative and passionate designer with experience in conceptual design thinking and fundamental architectural work. Has a human sensory and psychological approach when designing; consistently delivering personal attention to client’s specifications.
Secured Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology: Organizational Studies from the University of California - Davis. Actively pursuing considerate designing spaces; will continue education for a Master in Architecture and Urban Planning. Focuses on residential and education projects.
James McCalligan Architects, Santa Rosa, CA, Architectural Illustrator+Draftsperson
Produced 3D models and renderings for city-client design reviews. Active in client meetings, with attention to personal details for quality rendering. Provided quality control to construction drawings, while drafting some elevation, plans, and site drawings. Updated the firm’s website information, and uploaded new pictures on both websites and Houzz.com.
Redwood Landscape LLC, Richmond, TX, US, Accountant+Landscape Designer
Performed bookkeeping and accounting on business expenses and invoices. Provided handyman and landscape assistance per worksite. Designed a few landscapes requiring meticulous attention and scale.
NorthBay Properties Management, Santa Rosa, CA, Construction+Landscape Designer
Coordinated with the contractor in clearing and remodeling the construction site. Purchased and transported construction building materials with the contractor’s supervision. Designed interior and exterior to increase property value between 50-60%.
University of California, Davis, Davis, CA, Bachelors, Sociology: Organizational Studies
Major: Sociology-Organizational Studies - focused on using organizational perspectives to analyze community and regional development, communications, economics, and history.
Minor: Sustainability in Built Environments - focused on sustainability for community builders, designers, and developers in planning environmentally safe and resource-efficient spaces.
Santa Rosa Junior College, Santa Rosa, CA, Sociology
Associate's Degree: Sociology - learned the major theories and research methods used by sociologists, as well as developed the ability to analyze critical aspects of contemporary society.
