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Matthew Carr

Matthew Carr

Brooklyn, NY, US

 
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About 

Detail-oriented architect and multimedia designer with experience in the commercial, residential, and hospitality sectors. Deeply committed to promoting equity in the built environment, I possess an unwavering belief in the importance of a thoughtful and reflective community informed design approach. An excellent communicator and highly organized, I excel in collaborative, solution-focused environments. Proficient in architectural drafting, interior architectural design, graphic design, and project management.

Resume & Curriculum Vitae available upon request.

Employment 

Tree House Design, Queens, NY, Interior Architectural Designer

- Producing comprehensive interior architecture sets with minimal supervision
- Collaborating with hospitality teams to envision aesthetic standards and logos
- Designing and detailing a wide variety millwork and interior architectural elements
- Conducting extensive FF&E research, finish research, and code research
- Interfacing with vendors, collecting samples and producing mood boards

Jul 2023 - current
 

Heitler Houstoun Architects, New York, NY, US, Architectural Designer

- Produced comprehensive architectural sets across each design phase
- Collaborated with retail teams to formulate brand standards
- Designed and drafted a wide variety of architectural and millwork details
- Prepared renderings and graphics for client presentations
- Conducted thorough code and zoning research
- Supported Project Architects and Clients during Construction Administration

Apr 2022 - Mar 2023
 

Nau Clothing, Portland, OR, US, Graphic Designer

- Led a contemporary graphic campaign under the direction of brand leadership
- Formulated brand standards that reflected fabrics and ethical transparency
- Designed compelling graphics for print and digital media
- Designed large scale seasonal window vinyl graphics

Jan 2021 - Mar 2022
 

Woofter Bolch Architecture, Portland, OR, US, Model Maker

- Designed and fabricated a detailed quadruple section model
- Maintained a high level of craftsmanship in-line with firm expectations
- Collaborated with project architects to showcase locally sourced finishes
- Collaborated with project architects to showcase and heavy timber construction.

Mar 2019 - Apr 2019
 

LSW Architects, PC, Vancouver, WA, US, Architecture Intern

- Assisted architects on various site visits and surveys
- Conducted through materials studies and curated mood boards
- Designed diagrams, created renderings, and built models for client presentations
- Wrote comprehensive scope of work documents
- Conducted standard code and zoning research

Jun 2018 - Sep 2018
 

Education 

Portland State University, Portland, OR, US, Bachelors, Architecture

Sep 2016 - Jun 2020
 

Awards 

2020 Faculty Book Award, Award

Awarded to undergraduate and graduate students on the basis of faculty nomination to recognize insatiable curiosity about architecture as reflected in studio work, class work, and overall conduct, demeanor, and rapport within the School of Architecture.

2020
 

NAIOP Real Estate Challenge 2020, 1st Place

2020
 

PSU School of Architecture Endowed Scholarship, Scholarship

Awarded to students based on a competitive portfolio application to the school of architecture.

2019
 

Portland State University Honors Laurels Scholarship, Scholarship

Awarded to outstanding applicants to the honors college. This award is based primarily on the applicant’s application essays, although GPA and other factors may be taken into account.

2018
 

Green Building Scholars Program Scholarship, Scholarship

2017
 

Areas of Specialization