I have a well-rounded experience with projects that include Single Family Detached, Multi-Family Residential, Mixed-Use, Commercial (Tenant Improvement projects), Multi-story Senior Housing Apartments, Luxury Stack Flat Condominiums, and Themed Park Attractions (Disney Resort and Dubai Theme Park). My experience stretches from Concept Design to Construction Documentation and Administration. I am also knowledgeable in AutoCAD and Revit, as well as Sketchup and 3D Studio platform. I always look forward to the completion of every project, stand in amazement, and realize all the sacrifices and time spent making the project into reality.
RIVA Creative USA, Pasadena, CA, US, Senior Facility Designer
Design of building facades and ride for Bollywood Land Dubai Parks project. Coordination with multiple disciplines that include Structural, MEP, Ride Vendors, Lighting, Creative/Show and Interiors/Color department for both Bollywood and Motiongate Project. Responsible for detailing of architectural ornamentations and props, as well as creative intent for motion base interactive design. Value Engineering designs to meet client objectives without compromising design intent. Architectural/Creative detailing of both facades and Interactive design in preparation for ease of transition to team in Dubai. Submission of Creative packages to Dubai in a timely manner and on budget.
Cotton Fontana Architects, Glendale, CA, US, Senior Facility Designer
Design and production of Disney Park "E" ticket Pirates of the Caribbean ride. Coordination with multiple disciplines - Structural, MEP, Ride Vendors, Lighting, Creative/Show and Interiors/Color department. Worked on the design of Architectural ornamentations and detailing of Pirates themed façade. Coordination in Shanghai with Local Design Institute responsible for the transition phase of the projects. Also worked on Mickey Main Entry Portal documentations, Pirates Canoe Ride & Area Themed Restrooms design.
LMR PRODUCTION, Los Angeles, CA, US, Project Manager
Design and production of Disney Park "E" ticket Pirates of the Caribbean ride. Coordination with multiple disciplines - Structural, MEP, Ride Vendors, Lighting, Creative/Show and Interiors/Color department. Worked on the design of Architectural ornamentations and detailing of Pirates themed façade. Coordination in Shanghai with Local Design Institute responsible for the transition phase of the projects. Also worked on Mickey Main Entry Portal documentations, Pirates Canoe Ride & Area Themed Restrooms design.
IRWIN PANCAKE DAWSON ARCHITECTS, Costa Mesa, CA, US, Senior Project Designer
Project Designer that include Planning Studies, presentation of approved conceptual designs and design development of approved projects in preparation for construction documents. Projects include Multi-Family Valencia Terrace CC&R/CCRC Age Restricted Senior Housing, Redlands Senior Apt., Cathedral City Single Family & Cluster Detached Master plan Development, Summerhouse Luxury Senior Living.
Recommendations:
"During the design phase Elmer did a good job converting the concepts that JZMK created for the casitas to more cost effective buildable plans while keeping a nice aesthetics."
Mitch Brown, Chief Development Officer - Kisco Senior Living
"I would be pleased to report a very positive and productive relationship during the due diligence period for the Redlands Senior Apt. project. The project demands and the attempt to insinuate a service package into an existing plan, with little to no allowance for change in the footprint of the building was a demanding task. Over a two week period, the model went through several revisions. Elmer was responsive and professional during this demanding period and always delivered what was asked in a timely manner. I could not have asked for any better service. My hope is that we will be able to work on projects in the future based on this experience.
Chuck Major, Vice President - Seniority Inc.
"It has been a good experience working with Elmer on the Cathedral City Project. You have always been available to address the issues and our concerns. I like your sense of ownership in the project which makes us feel more comfortable. You have demonstrated a vast knowledge of design and constructability which makes the project more feasible and economical while not compromising the architectural and design features. Overall we are very happy with your work and looking forward to working together on the completion of this exciting project and the upcoming projects"
Habib Matin, Managing Member - Emerald Desert Development
FEOLA ARCHULETA ARCHITECTS, Pasadena, CA, US, Project Manager
Responsible for the design of Single Family Detached and High Density projects as well as Mixed Use projects for Tsang Dev. Commercial Building Design for Macerich Inc. Worked on complex projects in China, Doha Qatar and Dubai for Commercial Mall development. Worked with client for project value engineering feasibility and constructability.
Bassenian Lagoni, Newport Beach, CA, US, Project Designer
Project Designer for major housing developers like Shea Homes, Lyon Homes, Standard Pacific. Projects include Single Family Detached, 2-3PAC, Cluster Homes and Multi-family. Coordination with Project Manager/Client for kick-off meetings/value engineering. Preparation of Client presentations from hand sketches to Computer Aided Drawings. Production of Construction Documents. Responsible for City Submittals that include Rendered Model Street scenes. Worked on projects in Dubai and China for Single and Multifamily projects. Preparation of 3D computer wire frame for multi-view hand renderings.
Stewart Romberger & Associates, Los Angeles, CA, US, Production/Construction Administration
CAD Production and Construction Administration for Tenant Improvement - projects include Paine Webber, Santa Monica Bank & Trust, Morgan Stanley, Ernst & Young, Union Bank, Prudential, Mellon 1st Bank, Raytheon. Preparation of RFI's for field construction clarifications as well as scheduling of manpower. Verifications/checking of Shop drawings for all millwork and custom designed items.
3D modeling visualization and animation for client presentations using AutoCAD, 3D Studio Max.
James C. Dorr Architects, Arcadia, CA, US, Production/Construction Administration
Worked on facilities for Sweetener Products Company in Lodi. Facility uses Butler metal roofing & Tilt-up concrete construction. Production and Construction Administration - responsible for field RFIs and change orders for Clean Rooms for Dexter Microelectronics in the City of Industry.
Designed and Implemented office Cad standards.
Santa Monica Academy of Entertainment and Technology, Santa Monica, CA, US, Animation
Woodbury University, Burbank, CA, US, BArch, Architecture
Bachelor of Architecture
SAGE Plan Design Award, Other
Plan Design Award (Plan B1) - SAGE for Kisco Senior Living Casitas Corona.
Woodbury Grand Critique, 1st Place
Woodbury University Grand Critique Recipient for achievement in design.
