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Luisa Avila

Luisa Avila

New York, NY, US

 
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About 

I have always sought to understand the complexity of every architectural project and the impact it could have on the lives of every being on the planet. I believe it is possible to address these issues while covering basic human needs by creating sustainable and interdisciplinary solutions that strengthen communities, nourish their environment, and inspire people.

Employment 

INTLEARNING, Brooklyn, NY, US, Co-founder, Special Programs Director, & Yoga Instructor.

Designs, plans, and supervises sustainable development programs, wellness and cultural projects. Curates spaces for learning experiences. Designs and develops various levels of online yoga classes and holistic practices. Supervises department plans and analyzes year reports Purchases equipment, manages schedules, keeps financial records, maintains customer database, designs promotional materials using Adobe suite.

Dec 2020 - current
 

JFA Architects, Brooklyn, NY, US, Junior Architect

Designed and generated construction drawings and illustrations, ensuring the client’s needs and goals were fully met. Prepared and maintained various architectural documents. Reviewed construction plans. Developed 3D models. Proactively participated in weekly team meetings and contributed to concept generation. Created concept presentations for clients.

Oct 2022 - Mar 2023
 

PRIME SUPPORT, INC., Staten Island, NY, Direct Support Professional

Provides Community Habilitation services through personalized care to individuals with developmental disabilities, based on their individualized plans and valued outcomes. Promotes the integration of social, and vocational skills to live safely, securely, and to actively interact. Helps curate appropriate spaces and designs adequate leisure and cultural activities for individuals to explore their personal interests. Completes all behavior datasheets and daily notes.

Feb 2020 - Mar 2022
 

Starbucks, Poughkeepsie, NY, US, Barista

Welcomed customers to the store and took orders, brought up payment, prepared and served drinks and light foods. Teamed up with co-workers to ensure customer satisfaction by delivering an exceptional buying experience. Maintained assigned areas in presentable conditions. Kept track of inventory and kept stock displays appealing to customers. Communicated daily with store management. Gave support to improve sales by making the space more aesthetically pleasing and comfortable to customers.

Mar 2019 - Feb 2020
 

H.A.B.L.A. SCHOOL OF LANGUAGES AND TUTORING, Lagrangeville, NY, US, Receptionist, Program Coordinator & Yoga Instructor.

Welcomed visitors in person or on the telephone. Answered inquiries about the different programs. Maintained assigned areas in excellent conditions. Purchased supplies. Designed promotional materials using Adobe suite and organized promotional events. Led groups through various levels of yoga practices. Got equipment together and monitored logbooks. Communicated daily with management about operational procedures.

Dec 2017 - Feb 2020
 

IMPLICARTE A.C. (NON-PROFIT ORGANISATION), Mexico City , Architectural Surveyor and Museography Assistant.

Assisted in developing museography projects for the cultural preservation of the intangible heritage of the ancient peoples of Mexico City. Designed museography elements using Adobe suite and AutoCAD. Planned and coordinated architectural surveys for people living in impoverished areas to boost their living conditions and wellbeing. Planned and developed sustainability projects for urban communities to maintain organic food systems. Prepared reports and maintained organized workspaces and equipment.

Feb 2013 - Sep 2017
 

Education 

New York City College of Technology, Brooklyn, NY, US, Bachelors, Architecture Technology

Aug 2018 - Dec 2022
 

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