Diverse, multi-disciplinary design leader and hands-on architect passionate for the craft of building and committed to strong project delivery.
Based in Seattle, with roots in Jakarta, Hong Kong and New York. Registered as a LEED AP BD+C and WELL AP professional — licensed in New York and Washington.
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What I've done:
Exemplary skills: design leadership, project delivery, business development, design management, conceptual design
MAP Boga Adiperkasa, Jakarta, ID, Senior Design Manager
/ retail, f&b, commercial
Established and ran a design function to deliver 100’s of store openings among 9 international brands across Indonesia
• Managed team of interior designers and architectural staff
• Grew Design into a value-add, operating function
• 100+ store designs —> space planning, conceptual design, and documentation
• 350+ store openings —> planning, design management, bid, and construction administration
• 40+ freestanding structures —> full service
• Responsible for concepts, design management, store delivery, cross-functional alignment, and local representation
brands: Starbucks Coffee, Subway, Krispy Kreme, Cold Stone, Godiva, Pizza Express, Genki Sushi, PAUL Bakery
locations: Bali, Bandung, Jakarta, Lombok, Medan, Surabaya and Yogyakarta
scope: architectural design, concept design, feasibility, interiors, shell building and site planning
Jungle Architecture, Seattle, WA, US, Principal Architect
/ commercial, hospitality, residential
Leveraged my connections on both sides of the Pacific to capture and deliver international, cross-border design work
• From startup to real deal, established Asia Pacific office as significant contributor for the business
• Provided value-add development feasibility services —> land use, yield, timeline, regulatory hurdles, and 4D BIM construction simulations
• Responsible for business development, conceptual design, and project management
locations: Hong Kong and Seattle
scope: architectural design, bim consulting, concept design, feasibility, interiors, master planning, shell building and site design
Miller Court Architects, Seattle, WA, US, Principal Architect
/ education, community, residential
Founded a small practice with longtime colleague to target influx of public work in rapidly growing Pacific Northwest
• Awarded 6 architectural projects —> 4 new multi-family residential, synagogue remodel, and primary school addition
• Submitted RFPs with a focus on small-to-medium budgeted public works projects
• Focused on existing client base—a variety of residential improvement and land use analysis exercises—to build sustainable cash flow
• Provided value-add interior design services —> space planning, sourcing, FF&E, and material application
• Responsible for business development, conceptual design, and project management
jurisdictions: Bellevue, Confederate Tribes of Grand Ronde CTGR, Kirkland, Lynnwood, Mercer Island, Mountlake Terrace, New York City DDC, Renton and Seattle
Nandinee Phookan Architect, P.C., New York, NY, US, Project Architect
/ commercial, community, residential
Bridged the proficiency gap between two principals and junior staff to accommodate their focus on growing the business
• Managed firm’s architectural staff
• Managed 8 wide-ranging architectural projects—both private and public—including —> pier redevelopment in Manhattan, digital media consultant’s office relocation in Soho, and a new institutional utility building in upstate New York
• Submitted RFPs with a focus on small-to-medium budgeted public works projects
• Created firmwide processes and trained staff for BIM adoption
• Responsible for workload planning, conceptual design, project management, and design systems development
jurisdictions: USACE, FEMA, New York City (DDC, NYCEDC, SBS, HRPT and Landmarks Preservation Commission) and New York State (DASNY)
Starbucks Coffee Company, Hong Kong, HK, Senior Designer
/ retail, f&b
Interpreted a global brand’s experience and environments for a deeper connection with its Asia Pacific customers
• From startup to real deal, established Asia Pacific design office as significant contributor to the business
• 50+ store designs —> space planning, conceptual design, and documentation
• Incorporated global concept direction and relevant local culture into store environments
• Responsible for store design, sourcing, FF&E, and project management
locations: Australia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Taiwan and Thailand
Raum Projects International, Hong Kong, HK, Architectural Consultant
/ high-end retail
• Collaborated with the client and designer on concept direction and execution of interior fit-outs
• Produced design documentation and presentation materials based on client and construction needs for 2 premium retail outlets in Hong Kong
locations: Hong Kong
Jeremy Miller Architects, Seattle, WA, US, Junior Architect
/ single-family residential, religious
• Worked with the owner, architect, and contractor on design intent and construction execution
• Served as the representative of the architect in owner / contractor meetings and throughout the permitting process
• Created the construction documentation, development submittals, and code implementation on 3 single-family homes and a religious center
• Consulted on code applicability, feasibility of development standards, and strategies for municipal comments
jurisdictions: Bellevue, Mercer Island and Seattle
Rutledge Maul Architects, Seattle, WA, US, Intern Architect
/ multi-family residential, mixed use
• Directly supported 2 new, multi-phase, multi-family housing developments – creating a program for 400+ residential units across 11 structures
• Experienced the shared responsibilities and roles of a small practice
• Developed a business understanding of client investment goals and their interaction with development and design
jurisdictions: Lynnwood, Mill Creek and Seattle
Imagine Housing, Seattle, WA, US, Development Assistant
/ affordable multi-family residential
• Performed development tasks – building and land use code research, bid tendering, and contract documentation review on 5 multi-family affordable housing projects
• Gained insight on development and construction processes from an owner / client’s perspective
jurisdictions: Bellevue, Kirkland and Seattle
MG2, Seattle, WA, US, Associate Architect
/ retail, hospitality, commercial
• Project managed 5 retail tenant improvements and supported 3 new construction developments
• Broad exposure to the architectural practice
• Produced drawings, presentations, and documentation throughout all phases of design
• Developed design system features – color and tool palettes, dynamic blocks, and CAD standards
jurisdictions: Anchorage–AK, Bellevue–WA, Missoula–MT, Redmond–WA, Seattle & King County–WA, South Jordan–UT and Warrenton–OR
Respite Care House Design, 1st Place
