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Hulma Designs

Glendale, CA, US

 
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Hulma Designs 

“Hulma” is a Tagalog(Philippine dialect) word for “To Shape” Our goal is not only to shape one’s home but To shape the life , and to shape the structure, and the over all well being for better health and quality of life through design

Hulma Designs Architectural Designer : Vincent Maglaya

More than 9 years experience in Architectural Design : Managed projects from Design Development , Construction Documentation to Construction Administration. a well-rounded experience in architecture, with particular focus on design to material selection and detailing 

Experienced on Services:

  • As-builts, Photo Documentation & etc.

  • Existing Conversions and New Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

  • Single Family Dwelling Interior Remodels & Improvements

  • Single Family Dwelling 1st floor and 2nd floor Additions

  • Multi-Family Development

  • Architectural Visualizations (3D Renderings and 3D Animations)
  • Window Replacement Design Packages

  • Legalization of Unpermitted Work or Existing Structures

  • Bathroom and Kitchen Redesign

  • Seismic Retrofit Work (Residential & Commercial)

  • Commercial Tenant Improvements

  • ADA Accessibility Upgrades & Improvements

  • Parking Lot Redesign

  • Facade Improvements & Redesigns

  • Site Improvements


  


Employment 

RED Architectural Group, Glendale, CA, US, Project Coordinator / Sr. Drafter / Design Assistant

RED Architectural Group

As a Project Coordinator I have comprehensive experience of a life of a project with composition and compilation of design packages and sets of drawings for submission and approval. I go beyond what my responsibilities and take upon most Project Management roles:
From the Initial phase, budget the time and burn rate, identify project deliverables, draft Contracts (PSA, PSS, CSA etc) . Procure required Entitlement and Due Diligence , a thorough research of the Project , summarizing information , codes research and consistent communication w/ jurisdictions and agencies, and acquire information from planning ang zoning, that applies critically with the project, that entails on acquiring As-built plans w/ Site field survey , photos and measurement, etc. in communication with the city's planners. Application of Entitlement, acquiring entitlement (Pre-application, Design Review, LUA, Administrative Exception, packages etc)
Involved in Schematic and concept design phase.
Presenting matured solutions on design problems the Architect's faces, integration of design with the owner/ client. Calculation of Floor Area ratio , Floor coverage , Zoning setbacks and heights applicable and complied with code. That progress and transition to a much more detailed phase of design of the project is the Site Development and the Design Developments phase, translating schematic drawings of the collective and preliminary approved design of the owner and Architect to CADD file. A furthermore detailed floor plans and elevations ,and BIM 3d concept/ Render using sketchup adding a level of detail with focus on design material and detailing, for a pre approval application and Design Review approval or other entitlements to the local city or local jurisdiction . Progressed to further detailed CADD Drawings: Construction Documentation for submission for approval to building plan check to the city and local jurisdiction , construction drawings set and package to be used for Bidding and Construction, etc.
As-builts, Photo Documentation & etc.
Experienced on:
-Existing Conversions and New Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
-Single Family Dwelling Interior Remodels & Improvements
-Single Family Dwelling 1st floor and 2nd floor Additions
-Multi-Family Development
-Architectural Visualizations (3D Renderings and 3D Animations)
-Bathroom and Kitchen Redesign
-Seismic Retrofit Work (Residential & Commercial)
-Commercial Tenant Improvements
-ADA Accessibility Upgrades & Improvements
-Parking Lot Redesign
-Facade Improvements & Redesigns
- Design - Build Projects
- File for Plan Check to the City to obtain permit for Contractor & Owner

Aug 2022 - current
 

DJ Associates (David Schteierman RA), New York, NY, US, Job Captain / Draftsman

Architectural Construction Drawings filing for Department of
Buildings Projects Handled : Renovations on Commercial Office
spaces,on Existing buildings , Renovation on Residential houses
Project Locations : Manhattan/ New York City , Long Island N.Y.
Drawings: Demolition Construction Drawings Floor Plans,Elevation,
Section, Wall Section/ Elevation , Door & Window Scheduling /Notes
/ADA Compliance , Electrical Plans ( Lighting and Plan and Layout) /
Project manage, kick off meeting ,Collaboration with Landlord &
Contractors

Jan 2022 - May 2022
 

Michael Kang Architect PLLC, Flushing, NY, US, Job Captain

Architectural Construction Drawings for bidding and filing .For DOB (NB) Parks Department (ST-1) , BPP, etc. Through E-filing, DOB HUB , etc
-Preparation of Drawings w/ Application Forms
( Standard Review- Non Dir 14)
Projects Handled : Commercial Buildings, Mixed use : Residential & Community Facility, Multi Story Apartment Buildings, Hotels , Family Housing subdivision ,
Project Locations : Queens
Drawings:
Demolition / Zoning Analysis and Diagram / Axonometric , Survey and
Plot Plan/ Architectural/ Construction Drawings Floor Plans,
Elevation, Section, Wall Section/ Elevation , Door & Window Scheduling /Notes /ADA Compliance/ Builders Pavement
Plan , Electrical Plans ( Lighting and Plan and Layout) / Energy Analysis and Calculation (Comcheck)
Project Manage from Zoning Analysis , preparation of drawings for filing to DOB, DEP , DOT , Collaboration with Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineers ,and Department of Building Examiners, from design to construction to signs offs .

May 2018 - Nov 2020
 

Theta Designs, Bayside, Queens New York, Job Captain

Sept. 1, 2011 - Oct. 1, 2016 & Cont. Feb 4, 2017 -
Theta Designs Bayside, Queens NY
Architectural Construction Drawings for bidding and filing .For DOB (
Alt1, Alt2 , Alt-3, NB) & Landmarks , Parks Department (ST-1) , &
DEP (SD1&2 , RPZ) 4 years a Construction Drawings only then 1 year
-Preparation of Drawings w/ Application Forms
( Standard Review- Non Dir 14)
(Project Locations Queens, Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Long Island,
Jersey) Field Measurements ( Field Surveying) Drawings:
Demolition / Zoning Analysis and Diagram / Axonometric Survey and
Plot Plan/ Architectural/ Construction Drawings Floor Plans,
Elevation, Section, Axonometric Diagram, Design-CAD/ Room, Door,
Window Scheduling /Notes /ADA Compliance/ Builders Pavement
Plan , Mechanical Plans (AC and Exhaust hoods; Design /Index of
Ventilation and Ducts layouts, plans, details, etc./ Electrical Plans
( Lighting and Plan and Layout) / Energy Analysis /
Plumbing Plans (Plumbing layout, Plumbing and Gas and Sprinkler
layout and Riser Diagrams)
Project Background and Experiences:
Commercial Kitchen Design ( Restaurants, Delis, Diners, Etc)
Sidewalk Cafes ,Residential Design ( New Construction, Renovation,
Conversion, Enlargement, Extension) High Story Multiple Dwelling
Apartments, 1-2 Family House, Private and Hi-end Residential

Sep 2011 - Apr 2018
 

Choi Designs, Flushing, NY, US, Job Captain

October 3, 2016 - February 3, 2017
Choi Designs , Flushing , Queens NY
Full Management of the Construction Projects for filing to DOB
(Initial - PAA- Sign Off) (Pro- Cert. Jobs-Non Dir 14)
(Application Forms & Drawings )( Alt-1, Alt-2, Alt-3) :
New Building , Interior Renovation , BPP (Off Street Accessory
Parking, Curb Cut) Alt-2 ( Commercial Space, Restaurant-Deli,
Laundromat) . DEP ( SD1&2,HC07 , RPZ, GEN 236)
PW1, PW3, TR1, TR8 , POC1 , PC1 , PW2, PW4, ST-1

Oct 2016 - Feb 2017
 

B&B Sheet Metal, Long Island City, Intern

Drafting shop drawings, Estimating cost and quantity of
products

Apr 2011 - Aug 2011
 

Signature Interiors,, Brooklyn, NY, US, Draftsperson

Minda Baez ( Signature Interiors,Brooklyn NY)
Working on existing plans and residential houses –
Surveying and drafting space plans that will be renovated

Jun 2010 - Aug 2011
 

Education 

Capabilties, Architectural Experience

More than 9 years experience in Architectural Design and Construction, Handled projects from Design Development - Construction Documentation to Construction Administration.

Reading construction documents and by following the Building and Zoning Codes.
I have intermediate knowledge filing documents for DOB, DEP, DOT and other agencies

Well proficient with computer programs and design aid programs such as Autocad 2016 upto the latest , Revit 2016 (Amateur),

and office programs such as Adobe Photoshop , Sketch up, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office and etc.

Leader (to be a great listener and follower) arming myself with the knowledge from experiences from people who worked with. Critical observer on Plans, Multi‐tasking ,can work in under pressure on a fast paced environment.

English Communication Skills (Personal interaction with Clients and needs ) Secretariat and Desk
Proficient.

Jan 2023 - current
 

CUNY New York City College of Technology, Associates Degree in Construction Management

Sep 2012 - Apr 2015
 

University of Santo Tomas, España Manila , Philippines, BArch, Bach. of Sience in Architecture

Jun 2004 - Apr 2009
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills