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David Hoppel

David Hoppel

Austin, TX, US

 
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About 

An Architectural Designer with a strong affinity for aesthetic ideologies which integrates all design types.

Employment 

Design Balance Inc, Austin, TX, US, Project Coordinator

Focused on multifamily, active adult, build-to-rent and mixed-use residential design. Coordinated between team, developer, and AHJs. Zoning and Design Standard research and conceptual site planning studies for prospective investments. Working drawings, all phases. Construction Administration, on-site progress reports.
• Experienced the autonomy of being fully remote, communication was key

Mar 2022 - Apr 2024
 

Paradisa Homes LLC, Austin, TX, US, Architectural Designer

Team member of full-service residential home builder focused on high-quality, contemporary, custom and spec building within the Austin area. Typical residential projects ranged in size from 2,500-7,500 sq. ft. and are targeted towards $750,000 to $10M. Real Estate, Planning, Architecture, Interiors, Materials, Landscapes, MEP, Lighting, CA
• Educated on local building codes and zoning, land surveys, plat maps, and easements

Aug 2021 - Mar 2022
 

Sensory Interactive, Austin, TX, US, Designer

Played a vital role in paving the way for a consultancy in developing a proprietary business model which advised clients on technology’s ability to increase real estate value by improving people’s experiences and generating revenue. Worked on teams to provided strategic, creative, implementation, and operational services for dynamic environments. Was a lead advocate for improving the design process.
• Experienced an array of design processes from working with multiple firms and entities on all project scales

Feb 2018 - Mar 2020
 

United Parcel Service, Phoenix, AZ, US/ Ontario, CA, US, Ramp Agent/ Marshall/ Package Handler

• Have become more aware of the overall Operations of a Global Business and have learned to
dedicate myself to Teamwork in completing work by a Deadline

Aug 2005 - Oct 2012
 

Perera Construction and Design, Ontario, CA, US, Estimator

Analyzed construction drawings, specifications, proposals, and other construction documents to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates for bidding construction projects
• Have become familiar with the many facets of a General Contractor

Oct 2011 - Feb 2012
 

KADTEC Engineering, Blue Jay, CA, US, Architectural Designer

Designed plans for Lead Engineer on multiple scales, ranging from custom floor plans, roof plans, deck plans, tenant improvements and more, to new construction of custom homes, designed with existing major grading conditions and unique landscapes
• Have improved knowledge of Engineering and Details

Jul 2010 - Jul 2011
 

Plateau Office Systems, Phoenix, AZ, US, Interior Design/ Installer

Responsible for design, assembly, and installation of a variety of office furniture systems according to architectural plans
• Have extended my understanding for Interior Design and Space Planning

Oct 2009 - Jun 2010
 

Motley Design Group, Phoenix, AZ, US, Architectural Designer/ Job Captain

Responsibilities included preparation of complete construction documents, design of commercial and residential projects, and assisting Project Architects in team environment on larger or more complex work
• Have become very cultured in the overall process of the Business of Architecture

Feb 2008 - Dec 2009
 

D.R. Wastchak, Mesa, AZ, US, Plan Reviewer

Studied architectural plans in order to perform take-off procedures and energy calculations for new homes, ranging from small track built to large custom
• Have become more aware of all elements involved with Architectural Plans and Specs

Jun 2007 - Apr 2008
 

A-Core Concrete, Mesa, AZ, US, Concrete Construction

Provided high end cutting, washing, and sealing of concrete on major highways and assisted mechanics in the shop with routine repairs
• Have become further aware of a Construction Schedule, Laborer Intensive work

May 2005 - Sep 2005
 

Education 

NewSchool of Architecture & Design, San Diego, CA, US, MArch, Master of Architecture

Jan 2013 - Jun 2015
 

Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona, Bachelors, Architecture and Design Management

Aug 2004 - Jun 2007
 

Awards 

Merit Scholarship recipient 2014-15, Scholarship

2014
 

Domus Scholarship recipient 2013-14,, Scholarship

2013
 

Presidential Scholarship recipient 2012-13, Scholarship

2012
 

Areas of Specialization 

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