I am a Seattle-based designer inspired by far-ranging examples of vernacular architecture worldwide. As a motivated professional, pursuing a well-rounded education in design innovation and historical context as well as technical construction, I seek a community of diverse mindsets to challenge my perspective. I am driven by the possibility of vernacular architecture & regional building methods as a potential counterforce to globalization.
Suyama Peterson Deguchi, Seattle, WA, US, Designer
• Act as project manager on multiple projects at various stages of the design process
• Support projects ranging from residential new-builds to retail storefronts, facilitating and ensuring deliverables/milestones are met on time.
• Consult with principal architects & staff to assemble finish selections on architectural projects
• Lead retail showroom; specializing in custom furniture, metal work, and Japanese antiques
• Select and acquire furniture
• Prepare drawings and documentation for permit applications in multiple jurisdictions
Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, US, University Teaching Assistant
• Expedited student learning by creating training materials for InDesign & Illustrator
• Improved productivity in the classroom by actively engaging students in design discussions
• Provided critical feedback on student work to ensure learning objectives were met
Thom Filicia Inc., New York, NY, US, Interior Design Intern
• Coordinated with local manufacturers to secure material selections in order to assemble material boards for residential furnishing and interior remodel client design pitches
• Developed furniture layouts in AutoCAD and prepared renders in SketchUp to present design iterations to stakeholders
Curran Architecture, Indianapolis, IN, US, Architectural Intern
• Expedited drawing construction documents by proactively picking up red-line revisions
• Visited client sites to gather field measurements, ensuring an accurate as-built set
• Created material boards during schematic design process to promote collaborative efforts
• Drafted construction documents in Revit & AutoCAD to assist project managers & architects on corporate, retail and mixed use new-builds and renovations
