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Tom C. Lau

Tom C. Lau

Brooklyn, NY, US

 

About 

I am Tom C. Lau. I am a graduate of Pratt Institute School of Architecture. I have 6-7 years of experience working in a small architectural firm managing several projects from beginning to construction phase under supervision of the architect/principal. I've worked on projects ranging from commercial buildings to condos to mixed used buildings. I also have experience in DOB analysis and is familiar with filing process and meeting with plan examiners to achieve DOB approvals. I am a fast learner, and can work independently and as a team player. 

Employment 

C3D Architecture, New York, NY, US, Architectural Designer

Develop construction documents for DOB filing and approval

Communicate with clients to address concerns and develop pragmatic architectural solutions

Coordinate with engineers to resolve objections during construction

Review shop drawings during construction administration and construction phase

Nov 2021 - current
 

Raymond Chan Architect, Flushing, NY, US, Architectural Designer & Project Manager

! Communicate with clients and principal to determine design intent and scope of work
! Provide zoning analysis and schematic design for principal and client review
! Develop construction documents complying with all codes for DOB submission to obtain approval
! Communicate with clients to address concerns and develop pragmatic architectural solutions
! Coordinate with engineers, consultants & in-house interior designers throughout course of projects
! Attend meetings with clients, consultants, engineers and/or plan examiners and staff of NYC departments
! Conduct site visits when necessary to take field measurements and photos
! Assist in reviewing and processing shop drawings during construction administration phase

May 2016 - Mar 2020
 

Victor K. Han Architect, P.C., Flushing, NY, US, Office Assistant / CAD Drafter

Communicate with clients and principal to determine design intent and scope of work

Provide zoning analysis and schematic design for principal and client review

Develop construction documents complying with all codes for DOB submission to obtain approval

Coordinate with engineers, consultants & in-house interior designers throughout course of projects

Attend meetings with clients, consultants, engineers and/or plan examiners and staff of NYC departments

Conduct site visits when necessary to take field measurements and photos

Assist in reviewing and processing shop drawings during construction administration phase

Dec 2015 - Apr 2016
 

Education 

Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY, US, BArch, Architecture

Aug 2010 - May 2015
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills