Hi, my name is Clara Catoggio. I’m an architectural designer born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where received got my architectural degree. Currently, I live in Los Angeles, CA.
Architecture is my passion, and I consider myself a designer first. I’m mostly interested in the architecture that implements design technologies to create spaces that embrace and harvest education, healthcare, environmental issues, and social relationships. As a creative and hardworking person, I'm always in constant pursuit of knowledge. And so, I seek involvement in an enriched workspace where I can learn more about these aspects and develop as a well-rounded professional. I believe great design comes from collaboration and teamwork, and I consider myself a flexible individual who can be part of a team, lead, and work independently.
In my free time, I’m investigating and learning about parametric and biomimetic design. I’ve always been interested in biology and been amazed by nature’s design. I always thought most of the solutions to our design problems lie there, and the fact that there is a branch of knowledge that is dedicated to this motivates my passion for design and architecture even more.
Urban Architecture Lab, Los Angeles, CA, US, Architectural Designer - Project Lead
Freelance Architectural Designer, Los Angeles, CA, US, Drafter and designer
Responsible for the design of ADUs in Los Angeles.
Preliminary ideas, plans, and 3D models for client meetings.
Floor plans, elevations, sections, and full construction, sanitary, electrical and fire documentation for plan check. (SD, DD and CD Drawings) - Involved in plan check and permit process. - Present during construction. - Involved in the interior design of the ADU.
Amado Cattaneo Arquitectos, Buenos Aires, AR, Junior Architect
An architecture studio that designs and builds modern houses in Buenos Aires.
Responsible for floor plans, sections, elevations and construction documentation of projects and preliminary projects (SD, DD and CD Drawings): (Kitchen, bathroom and laundry room detail plans.
Custom made millwork, marble countertops and ironworks, revised shop drawings for the manufacturers. - Underfloor heating system plans. - Electrical and sanitary construction documentation.
Formwork (shuttering) plans for the reinforced concrete, including material quantities.)
Responsible for the interior design projects and the design proposal of projects overseas (they did not go through): (A Car Rental Outlet in Las Vegas, USA and an extension for the Hotel San Carlos in Phoenix, USA.)
Facultad de Arquitectura, Diseño y Urbanismo - Universidad de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, AR, BArch, Architecture
Bachelor in Architecture - GPA 8.50/10 = 3.8
St. Andrew's Scots School, Buenos Aires, AR, High School, Bilingual Bachelor with Natural Science Orientation
Bilingual Bachelor with Natural Science Orientation. GPA 8.7/10. = 3.8
Among the top 10 students of the graduating class.
International Baccalaureate Diploma and IGCSE exams.
Honors: Prefect of Performing Arts & House Captain.