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Laura de la Torre

Laura de la Torre

Albany, CA, US

 
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About 


I am a versatile designer with a strong architectural background, actively seeking opportunities in a dynamic creative studio environment. With over a decade of experience in Residential Design, I have honed my skills in various aspects, including business development and the entire architectural project lifecycle.

I have successfully executed multiple ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) projects from inception to completion, showcasing my ability to create innovative designs and handle remodels proficiently. Furthermore, I possess a master's degree in advanced design, with a specialization in Digital Crafts, which I attained from CCA in 2018.

My passion for design extends to Interior Design, where I excel in crafting compelling color and material palettes, catering to the preferences of private clients and collaborating with architectural studios. I am eager to bring my expertise and creativity to your creative studio.


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Employment 

Panafold, Inc, San Francisco, CA , Studio Director

In my role as Studio Director, I assumed a multifaceted leadership position responsible for spearheading business development, overseeing production, and driving marketing initiatives for the studio. During my tenure, the studio achieved significant milestones, including the successful development of multiple residential projects and active participation in two design competitions.

A testament to my leadership skills, I navigated the challenges posed by the pandemic by efficiently managing a team of three interns. Together, we not only maintained our existing clientele but also continued to deliver exceptional results, showcasing our adaptability and commitment to excellence.

Dec 2019 - Apr 2023
 

Education 

California College of the Arts, San Francisco, CA, US, MArch, Master

The MAAD Digital Craft degree is STEM-designated, uniting designers, roboticists, and computational thinkers who want to engage, question, and expand disciplinary boundaries. We worked together to explore reciprocity and synergy between bits and atoms, the digital and the physical, and digital code and material logic. Digital Craft thrives at the intersection of creative and technical domains, whose boundaries are elastic, continuously evolving, and highly experimental.

Our coursework ties directly to our work in the Digital Craft Lab (DCL). The DCL supports and promotes advanced research in architectural design, digital fabrication, material science, data visualization, and robotics. At the intersection of the arts and sciences, we routinely collaborated with engineers, scientists, artists, architects, and designers to develop innovative frameworks and prototypes.

Sep 2017 - Nov 2018
 

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