I design because the built world impresses me in its beauty and its influence. The myriad ways every space can be contrived, every effect that a space can have on you, the ceaseless opportunity it has for change, these fundamental notions of Architecture are what tell me that anyone in this field has a remarkable medium for bettering our world. My education brought me up to all of this and gave me the chance to explore these ideas for myself. Afterward, I set out to start making a difference of my own, from learning the basics of a firm’s setting to getting involved with projects that truly bettered people’s lives. I continue, now, through my career to find where my skills and abilities are best used, devoting my time and energy to those who see that great things can be done and be done by us.
MKB Design Group, Redlands, CA, US, Architectural Designer
Assisted in developing floor plans and 3D models to present concepts and provide materialized ideas to clients. The firm specialized in retail and housing renovations that update to contemporary and modern aesthetics.
Neighborhood Partnership Housing Services, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, US, Architectural Designer/Drafter
Utilized my 3D modeling abilities to create clear presentations of projects goals. Assisted in drafting up floor plans, elevations, and other drawings for submission. Gained experience in administrative work as well, such as creating pro formas, assisting in budget analysis, taking meeting notes, and organizing documents files and folders.
McManus & Associates, Temecula, CA, US, Architectural Intern
Hired as an intern to draft home additions and renovations. Prepared drawings for submission to the city and corrected any errors returned.
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, Pomona, CA, US, BArch, Architecture
Completed a 5-year program that emphasized contemporary trends and introduced unique design techniques. Also gained an understanding of structures and construction, Architectural history, the philosophy of design, and a fair introduction to the great designers we know today. Within the program included a year of studying abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark, where we toured various significant sites throughout Europe and were given the opportunity to learn from local Danish architects.
Artist In Focus, 1st Place
Chosen as the primary artist and co-curator for the DIS Art Exhibit. The gallery was to display artistic talent throughout the school and be a platform to share communal ideas.
Designers Lighting Forum Scholarship Award, 2nd Place
Received 2nd prize in the Designers Lighting Forum Los Angeles for the design of a wall sconce. The qualifications of the light were that they would manipulate light in an interesting way, be founded on a clear and compelling concept, and that they be made entirely of a recyclable material.
