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Diana Patricia Gonong

Diana Patricia Gonong

Los Angeles, CA, US

 

About 

Employment 

Urban Architecture Lab, Los Angeles, CA, US, Design Associate

- Produce accurate and detailed CAD drawings
- Product 3D models using Sketchup
- Assist Principal and Project Managers with the development of design solutions and research
- Assist with finished boards and InDesign presentations
- Assist in preparation of space planning, pricing sets, contract documentation and product specifications
- Assist in design phases from Concept Design, Schematic Design, Detail Development, Construction Documents to Construction Administration
- Select fixtures, finishes, and products necessary for Pricing Sets, as well as create Finish Material, Plumbing and Lighting Fixture, Window and Door Schedules
- Work on projects in Plan Check phase and provide clear and accurate responses requested by the city Plan Checker
- Manage any RFIs and other documentation requested by contractors to formally address any concerns on the project sites
- Have intermediate knowledge of the California Building Codes, Cal Green, and Accessibility Codes
- Have a thorough knowledge of the firm's CAD and drafting standards

Sep 2015 - current
 

Pamela Crockett Interiors, Los Angeles, CA, US, Freelance Designer

- Research precedents in order to gather ideas and further convey the concept of the project
- Produce detailed CAD drawings - Floor Plans, Sections, and Elevations
- Construct 3D-modeling from scratch to clearly illustrate the design concept
- Apply finishes, colors, and textures to digital 3D model using Vray

Jun 2015 - Sep 2015
 

Seyie Design, Los Angeles, CA, US, Designer/Assistant

- Conduct FF+E Specifications
- Manage Project Budget List and Specifications
- Selection of materials, fabrics, and finishes for a project
- Process orders such as furniture, fabrics, and other finishes
- Office Administration such as mail, vendor and client communication
- Produce CAD drawings - Floor Plans, Sections, and Elevations
- Produce construction documents for millwork fabrication
- Help prepare and organize presentation boards for client meetings
- Maintain resource library for fabrics, paints, and other finishes
- Visit showrooms to obtain any necessary items or samples in order to further illustrate the design concept.

Jun 2015 - Sep 2015
 

Rottet Studio, Los Angeles, CA, US, Intern Architectural Designer

- Researched precedents in order to gather ideas and further convey the concept of the project
- Contributed in the production of detailed CAD drawings - Floor Plans, Sections, and Elevations
- Constructed 3D-modeling from scratch to clearly illustrate the design concept
- Selected fabrics, finishes, and materials ideal for the project
- Responsible for the maintenance and organization of the resource library
- Filed away excess materials, samples, and finishes in their proper location for future reference

Aug 2014 - Dec 2014
 

Gonong Design Inc., Los Angeles, CA, US, Freelance Architectural Designer

- Research precedents in order to gather ideas and further convey the concept of the project
- Produce detailed CAD drawings - Floor Plans, Sections, and Elevations
- Construct 3D-modeling from scratch to clearly illustrate the design concept

Dec 2013 - Jun 2014
 

Education 

Otis College of Art and Design, Los Angeles, CA, US, Bachelors, Architecture/Landscape/Interiors

Graduated with Honors
Dean's List for all 3 years of residency

Aug 2012 - May 2015
 

Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, CA, US, Liberal Arts

General Studies taken for transfer

Aug 2009 - Jun 2012
 

Awards 

Angelo Donghia Senior Scholarship Award, Scholarship

One of the 12 recipients of the $30,000 scholarship, national.

2014
 

Living Building Challenge, Honorable Mention

Held at Gensler in Los Angeles, CA

2014
 

Award of Recognition for Angelo Donghia Award, Award

Awarded by the Philippine Consul General, US

2014
 

Outstanding Filipino-American Awards, Award

Awarded by Philippine Children's Charities Inc.

2014
 

Certificate of Academic Excellence, Award

Awarded by the Philippine Tourism

2014
 

Alexis Riekeman Scholarship, Scholarship

Awarded at Otis College of Art and Design

2013
 

Otis Merit Scholarship Award, Scholarship

Awarded $10,000 scholarship for all 3 years of residency at Otis College of Art and Design

2012
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills