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Barkev Daron

Barkev Daron

Los Angeles, CA, US

 

About 

Barkev Daron, Assoc. AIA, NCIDQ, EDAC, WELL AP, SITES AP, LEED AP (ND, ID+C, BD+C, Homes)
Often called: Modaron
(mo·dar·on / módärón)
www.modaron.net

Barkev received his Bachelor’s in 2011 from the Southern California Institute of Architecture where he was awarded consecutive scholarships for his portfolio and graduated with distinction for his academic achievements. Since then, he has contributed to award-winning projects with select design studios garnering recognition from the AIA. As a native Angelino, he has experienced the diversity of varying climates and environments throughout the greater Los Angeles area ranging from the coastlines, deserts, mountains, and metropolitan which has been instrumental to the contextual approach of his design strategies.

Barkev is an Associate member of The American Institute of Architects (AIA). He has received certification for proficiency and commitment to the profession of interior design from The Council of Interior Design Qualifications (CIDQ). Conjointly, he has attained Evidence-based Design Accreditation and Certification from The Center for Health Design (CHD). Daron has also attained a series of credentials as an accredited professional including: WELL AP from The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), SITES AP from The Green Business Certifications Inc (GBCI), and LEED AP in four specialties inclusive of: 'Neighborhood Development', 'Interior Design + Construction', ‘Building Design + Construction’, and 'Homes' from The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

His credentials speak to his belief that the pursuit of excellence in the design of architecture shall utilize mindful consideration of sustainability and how that applies to, and impacts, our prosperity as a species within both our natural habitat and built environment.

Portfolio of selected work samples: FUEGO△

Additional profiles: LinkedIn, IWBI, GBCIUSGBC

Employment 

Assembledge+, Hollywood, CA, US, PM/Designer

Residential Projects: Work primarily included but not limited to: schematic design studies/sketches, feasibility studies, design development, construction documentation, construction administration through SK’s, material specification, consultant coordination, client meeting presentations.

• Firenze Residence | Los Angeles, CA | 2,900 sf | SD - DD
• Positano Residence | Pacific Palisades, CA | 4,410 sf | CD - CA

Commercial Projects: Work primarily included but not limited to schematic design studies/sketches, design development, construction documentation, material specification, art integration and specification, fixture specification, furniture specification, consultant coordination, presentations, submittals.

• Cactus Club Y&S | Toronto, ON, Canada | 15,450 sf | SD - CD/VE
• Cactus Club LQ | North Vancouver, BC, Canada | 4,800 sf | SD - DD
• Olive & Thyme Cafe & Market | Burbank, CA | 3,200 sf | SD - DD

Feb 2020 - Jan 2023
 

Schmidt Architecture, West Hollywood, CA, US, Project Manager/Job Captain

Residential Projects: Work primarily included but not limited to surveying of as-builts and photos, site assessments, schematic design studies/sketches, design development, construction documentation, construction administration, material sourcing and specification, fixture and hardware specification, project narratives, consultant coordination, client meeting presentations, CHAC review submittals, HOA review submittals, AAC submittals, city submittals.

• Rock Bottom Residence | Palm Springs, CA | 2,100 sf | SD - CA
• Rock Box Residence | Palm Springs, CA | 1,800 sf | SD - DD
• PS01 Retreat | Palm Springs, CA | 1,500 sf | SD - DD
• 8 on West | Los Angeles, CA | 12,500 sf | SD - DD
• Shadrow Residence | Crestwood Hills, CA | 1,800 sf | SD - DD
• Dewitt Residence | Studio City, CA | 5,000 sf | SD - DD
• Ocean Condo | Santa Monica, CA | 1,400 sf | SD - CD
• Sierra Alta Residence | Los Angeles, CA | 2,250 sf | SD - CD
• Bradbury Estate | Bradbury, CA | 50,000 sf | SD - DD

Research & Development: Work included but not limited to networking events, award submittal applications, establishing graphic standards, and designing templates.

• AIA Award Submittals: Single-family residential designs
• AD 101 Lectures Series: A Desert Journey
• Marketing Content: Social media, event invites, portfolio cards

Jul 2015 - Jun 2018
 

Studio PCH, Inc., Malibu, CA, US, Assistant Project Manager/Job Captain

Residential Project: Work primarily included but not limited to schematic design studies/sketches, design development, construction documentation, construction administration, hand-material sourcing and hand-specification, fixture and hardware specification, furniture specification, consultant coordination, field verifications, presentations, city submittals.

• Carbon Beach Residence | Malibu, CA | 10,750 sf | SD - CD

Commercial Projects: Work primarily included but not limited to schematic design studies/sketches, design development, construction documentation, material specification, consultant coordination, presentations, submittals.

• Nobu Restaurant | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | 8,640 sf | DD - CD
• Nobu Restaurant | Indian Wells, CA | 4,200 sf | SD - CD
• Nobu Restaurant | Lana'i, HI | 4,800 sf | SD - DD

Research & Development: Work included but not limited to networking events, establishing graphic standards, and designing templates.

• Hospitality Precedent Research: Los Angeles-based hotels
• Marketing Content: Booklets and pamphlets of studio portfolio

Jan 2013 - Jun 2015
 

Shimoda Design Group, Los Angeles, CA, US, Junior Architectural Designer

Residential Projects: Work primarily included but not limited to schematic design studies/sketches, excavation of earthwork volume calculation, design development, material specification, consultant coordination, client meeting presentations.

• Rivkind Residence Addition | Hollywood, CA | 1,000 sf | SD
• Altair Residence | Venice, CA | 4,500 sf | SD

Commercial Project: Work primarily included but not limited to schematic design studies/sketches, design development, material specification, presentations.

• The Collective | Playa Vista, CA | 204,422 sf | SD

Jan 2012 - Jan 2013
 

Tighe Architecture, Santa Monica, CA, US, Entry Level Architectural Designer

Residential Projects: Work primarily included but not limited to schematic design studies/sketches, massing iterations of physical and digital models, design development, construction documentation, material specification, presentations, city submittals.

• La Brea Housing | West Hollywood, CA | 50,000 sf | DD - CD
• Monte Karp Residence | Malibu, CA | 2,200 sf | DD - CD
• Lotus Villa | Jinhai Lake, Beiging, China | 10,000 sf | SD

Aug 2011 - Jan 2012
 

Jones, Partners: Architecture, Los Angeles, CA, US, Design Intern

Residential Project: Work primarily included but not limited to perspective presentation drawings for SOUPERgreen exhibition at A+D Museum, (Feb-Apr, 2011, Los Angeles) depicting sustainable design features and functionality of exterior building elements such as 1) operable/retractable photovoltaic panels and planting trays, 2) a panelized rainscreen facade system, 3) dual pane operable sliding glass partitions.

• Aquaponic House | Los Angeles, CA | 2,000 sf | Presentation

Dec 2010 - Feb 2011
 

Gensler, Santa Monica, CA, US, Design Intern

Master Planning Project: Work primarily included but not limited to site analysis, schematic planning layouts and massing strategies in relation to geographic location, climate, environment, population and urban infrastructure based on a program brief. Content included tables of area calculations, concept diagrams, and presentation drawings in the form of a presentation book.

• Branda Mumbai Gov Complex | Mumbai, MH | 1,947,113 sqm | Presentation

Jun 2010 - Sep 2010
 

Education 

Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc), Los Angeles, CA, US, BArch, Undergraduate

Distinctive Graduate

Sep 2006 - Sep 2011
 

Awards 

Google Agile Project Management, Other

Knowledgeable in the history, approach, and philosophy of Agile project management, including the Scrum framework, product backlog, value-driven delivery strategies, and defining a value roadmap. Competency in effectively organizing the five important Scrum events for a Scrum team, introducing an Agile or Scrum approach to an organization, and coaching an Agile team.

2024
 

Google Project Initiation: Starting A Successful Project, Other

Proficiency in the processes and requirements for initiating a successful start to a project through defining and managing goals, deliverables, scope, and criteria. Knowledgeable on utilizing tools and templates such as stakeholder analysis grids and project charters to establish expectation levels as well as communicate roles and responsibilities.

2024
 

Google Project Planning: Putting It All Together, Other

Proficiency in mapping out the second phase of a project through planning. Knowledgeable on key components of a project plan in relation to accurate schedule estimations and milestones. Versed in building and managing a budget as well as the procurement processes. Fluency in using tools to identify, manage, and communicate varying types and levels of risk.

2024
 

LEED AP ID+C, Other

Serves participants in the design, construction, and improvement of commercial interiors and tenant spaces that offer a healthy, sustainable and productive environments for work.

2024
 

Google Foundations of Project Management, Other

Knowledgeable in project management terminology and best practices, as well as managerial roles and responsibilities.

2024
 

KW Principles of Real Estate, Other

Proficiency in Real Estate principles including applications of models, tools, and systems used by top industry professionals to build a prosperous enterprise.

2024
 

Google Capstone: Applying Project Management in the Real World, Other

Proficiency in completing a project charter and inputting key information including a project summary, SMART goals, scope, benefits, and costs. Versed in examining project documentation and identifying tasks and establishing milestones in a project plan. Knowledgeable on determining quality standards and evaluate them to ensure achievement of the expectations.

2024
 

Google Project Management Specialization, Other

Those who earn the Google Project Management Certificate have completed six courses, developed by Google, that include hands-on, practice-based assessments and are designed to prepare them for roles in Project Management. They are competent in initiating, planning and running traditional waterfall and agile projects.

2024
 

Google Project Execution: Running the Project, Other

Proficiency in effectively managing and communicating changes, dependencies, and risks. Knowledgeable in measuring client satisfaction and implementing continuous improvement techniques. Versed in prioritizing, using, and presenting data that informs decision-making as well as effectively communicating, organizing meetings, and coordinating status updates.

2024
 

LEED AP BD+C, Other

Suits professionals with expertise in the design and construction phases of green buildings, serving the commercial, residential, education and healthcare sectors.

2024
 

LEED AP ND, Other

Applies to individuals participating in the planning, design and development of walkable, neighborhoods and communities.

2023
 

WELL AP, Other

The WELL Accredited Professional (WELL AP) credential denotes expertise in the WELL Building Standard (WELL) and a commitment to advancing human health and wellness in buildings and communities around the world. The WELL AP credential is awarded to those who successfully pass the WELL AP exam.

2023
 

LEED AP Homes, Other

Suited for those involved in the design and construction of healthy, durable homes that use fewer resources and produce less waste.

2023
 

LEED Green Associate, Other

The LEED Green Associate credential demonstrates general knowledge of green building practices and how to support others working on LEED projects. The exam is ideal for those newer to sustainability and LEED.

2023
 

EDAC, Other

The Center for Health Design’s internationally recognized EDAC program awards a credential to individuals who demonstrate an understanding of how to apply an evidence-based process to the planning, design and construction of all settings that contribute to health, safety and wellbeing including measuring and reporting results.

2023
 

SITES AP, Other

The SITES AP credential establishes a common framework to define the profession of sustainable landscape design and development. It demonstrates that proficiency in landscape design including knowledge, expertise and commitment to the industry.

2023
 

NCIDQ, Other

Holders of the NCIDQ credential have demonstrated competence in interior design, including life safety and universal design, code requirements, programming/pre-design, contract administration, design development, construction documents, and professional practice.

2023
 

AIA Residential Merit Award | Wagner Guest House, Award

AIA Residential Architecture Award
Single Family Residential Merit Award, AIA Los Angeles
Contributions to Schmidt Architecture, Principal: James Schmidt

2017
 

SCI-Arc B-Arch Degree Distinctive Graduate, Award

Qualified based on maintaining a GPA of 3.5 and above.

2011
 

Hospitality Industry [NEWH Group] Scholarship, 1st Place

One of three first place recipients majoring in architecture. Evaluated based on portfolio, personal statement, academic, letters of recommendation.

2010
 

SCI-Arc Scholarship, Scholarship

Funded by endowments, SCI-Arc scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit—academic achievement, portfolio submission.

2010
 

SCI-Arc Scholarship, Scholarship

Funded by endowments, SCI-Arc scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit—academic achievement, portfolio submission.

2009
 

SCI-Arc Scholarship, Scholarship

Funded by endowments, SCI-Arc scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit—academic achievement, portfolio submission.

2008
 

SCI-Arc Academic Gateway Portfolio Competition, 1st Place

Each Year, SCI-Arc students at gateway levels submit portfolios. A jury consisting of SCI-Arc instructors select the best for the portfolio prize.

2008
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills