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Ricardo Guisse

Ricardo Guisse

Washington, DC, US

 
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About 

My experience in architecture, design, and management expands nearly 13 years, designing multiple buildings, graphics, and spaces in cities across the Northeast, the Mid-Atlantic, and the Midwest.

I am actively seeking the best opportunities that would enhance both my professional and personal experiences; to provide creative solutions; to perform excellence ethically; to entrepreneur ideas; and to enjoy life.

Employment 

Grupo7 Architecture + Interiors, Washington, DC, US, Project Manager

- Spearheaded the administration of new build, adaptive reuse, and restoration projects to successful completion and client satisfaction.
- Secured building permits in six jurisdictions across MD, VA, DC, and facilitated with ones in NY, NJ, NC, and PA.
- Orchestrated collaboration among MEP, civil, and structural consultants, achieving full compliance with building standards.
- Optimized project budgets totaling millions of dollars, ensured QA/QC, and fulfill RFIs, and submittals.
- Directed a team of international Revit technicians in fluent Spanish, maintaining consistent project quality and documentation standards.

Jun 2023 - Jun 2024
 

Grupo7 Architecture + Interiors, Washington, DC, US, Project Designer

- Designed and managed multiple residential projects, including the preparation of construction documents that ensured seamless execution.
- Contributed to commercial project designs and effectively navigated building permitting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative, cost-effective design solutions, optimizing space utilization, and enhancing aesthetic appeal.
- Delivered persuasive client presentations of design concepts and project progress, fostering strong client relationships and repeated business.

Sep 2016 - Jun 2023
 

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, US, Graduate Student Instructor

- Instructed a course in professional practice, integrating real-world architectural experience which enriched student learning outcomes.
- Facilitated dynamic classroom discussions and supported curriculum development.

Aug 2022 - Dec 2022
 

Coleprevost, Washington, DC, US, Project Architect

- Streamlined residential project management, design development, and construction documentation.
- Coordinated client meetings, ensuring clear communication and alignment with project goals.

Jan 2021 - Mar 2021
 

Pedini, Washington, DC, US, Project Designer

- Designed, produced a complete construction set, and administered the construction of the company’s showhouse.
- Secured pricing and executed orders from suppliers/distributors of materials, products, fixtures, and finishes.

Jan 2016 - Aug 2016
 

Donald Lococo Architects, Washington, DC, US, Architectural Graduate

- Supported client engagement and produced high-quality construction documents.
- Managed firm communications, schedules, and project timelines, ensuring smooth operations and timely project completions.
- Created digital renderings and edited architectural photography, enhancing firm publications and marketing, securing new clients.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015
 

Rowland Design, Indianapolis, IN, US, Graduate Architect

- Created computer-generated renderings for architecture and interiors.
- Built virtual models and prepared presentation boards.
- Collaborated with clients, professionals, and sales representatives.
- Contributed to schematic and conceptual design and developed construction and detail documents.
- Conducted field measurements and site visits.
- Drafted specifications for furnishings, fixtures, and finishes.

May 2013 - Mar 2014
 

Education 

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, US, MArch, Architecture

Activities and societies: Research in Artificial Intelligence, such as neural networks, diffusion models, and generative adversarial networks, and their use in architecture. Latin Research Week. Taubman College Student Show 2023.
Study abroad:
Vienna, Austria. Visited the Austrian Research Institute of Artificial Intelligence (OFAI=Österreichisches Forschungsinstitut für Artificial Intelligence) and the Austrian Institute of Technology.

Aug 2021 - Apr 2023
 

Ball State University, Muncie, IN, US, Bachelors, Architecture

Activities and societies: Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America, American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS), Emerging Green Builders / United States Green Building Council (EGB/USGBC), Ball State University "Pride of Mid-America" Marching Band.

Aug 2007 - May 2013
 

Awards 

Taubman College Merit-Based Scholarship, Scholarship

2021
 

John Russell Pope: Award for Addition / Renovation under 5,000 sf, Award

For a project at Donald Lococo Architects

2017
 

Remodeling Magazine: Merit Award, Award

For a project at Donald Lococo Architects

2017
 

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Collegiate Honor Award, Award

2013
 

Estopinal Group: Competition Faculty Award, Award

2013
 

Glenn Sabados Architecture Scholarship, Scholarship

2011
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills