Victor Rodriguez AIA,RA, NCARB

       I am writing this letter to express interest in working in your firm.  In over 25 years of working as an Architect I have collaborated with some of the most talented and well known Architectural firms in the nation on projects that have won national AIA awards and have been published in most of the leading architectural publications.  I have an impressive portfolio of academic, higher education, cultural institutions, mix-use, science and technology and transportation projects.  My sensibility to design and being able to interpret the design intent made me an asset while working with Polshek and Partners- Ennead, Gwathmey Siegel Associates, Richard Dattner and Hardy Holzman and Associates.

     Working in these firms gave me the exposure and opportunity to work for some of the most interesting and high profile commissions in a collaborative environment.  These experiences provided me with the opportunity to be around people that wanted to create great Architecture and push the envelope while respecting budget and the client’s program expectations.

      I have the experience to take full responsibility for projects from inception to completion, with hands-on-involvement working with owners, building users and consultants.  As a collaborative designer I participate in the program development and design conceptualization of projects, schematic design, design development, construction documents and overseeing the completion of the project making sure that the design intent is realized.  I am technically capable of detailing complex building envelopes, coordinating with consultants and understanding of the building codes.  I have full commitment with LEED-USGBC and believe that all buildings should be integrated and designed with a sustainable and passive energy approach in order to preserve our environment.

    I am recognized for my collaborative hands-on style that combines interdisciplinary team structure with a research based platform.  As a Team Leader, I oversee a collaborative process on every project that reinforces the commitment to meeting client’s needs through innovative architectural thoughtful design solutions.

     I bring a unique design sensibility to projects ranging in scale from complex mixed-use to small scale projects.  My approach begins with an investigation of the culture, context and climate and then I integrate the analysis with a thorough understanding of function that allows me to create a unified and meaningful architectural response.  The design solutions are inventive and thoughtful with strong emphasis on the integration of space, light and nature.

Sincerely,

Victor R. Rodriguez RA, NCARB