Throughout my career, I have had a passion for the role of architecture and planning in the enhancement of urban areas. I have over fourteen years of work experience in both architecture and planning capacities with experience in the public and private sectors. I have worked for firms in Miami, New York and Kuala Lumpur on projects in USA, Asia and the Middle East.
I have been involved in all phases of architectural professional practice, including schematic design, design development, construction documents and on-site construction administration.
During the economic slowdown in the United States real estate market, I took the opportunity to pursue architecture and planning work in Asia, working with firms in Kuala Lumpur from 2010 until 2014. My work in Malaysia involved the design and management of various large-scale projects, including residential, corporate office headquarters, mixed-use developments and master plans of up to 180 acres.
Since returning to USA in 2015, I have been working with Handel Architects in New York.
Handel Architects, New York, NY, US, Associate
As project architect, lead projects from concept phase through design development and construction for retail, residential and hotel developments. Have taken active role in firm-wide adaption of Revit for new projects and implementation of sustainability and construction administration standards for the firm.
Veritas Design Group, Kuala Lumpur, MY, Designer / Project Manager
Prepare conceptual designs, client presentations and technical submission documents for multi-national architecture and planning firm specializing in large-scale mixed-use projects.
DPZ Asia, Kuala Lumpur, MY, Planner / Project Coordinator
Coordinated the completion of a Master Plan for the City Centre of Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia, for an Architecture and Urban Design firm specializing in large-scale planning projects.
Borges & Associates, Miami, FL, US, Designer / Job Captain
Assisted with design and preparation of technical documents for architectural firm specializing in urban planning and new construction of high-rise residential, office and hotel projects.
City of Miami Planning Department, Miami, FL, US, Land Development Technician
Performed design review of development proposals; developed written analyses and illustrations of preferred design solutions, and met with architects and developers to clarify requirements and design guidelines. Assisted in the development of planning, zoning and land use studies.
Center for Urban and Community Development, Coral Gables, FL, US, Research Assistant
Assisted program director in research project documenting property types and ownership in the West Coconut Grove community. Participated in a design charette focusing on redevelopment of the Grand Avenue district; designed and drew master plan and individual building types.
