Jason is an architectural designer pursuing his license in New York State. Born in Saudi Arabia and raised in the Philippines, his experiences living in diverse places have contributed to his growing interest in architecture and urban design. In 2008 he moved to New York City and has since been actively making noteworthy contributions to the built environments.
SB+C Architecture, DPC, New York, NY, US, Technical Designer
Collaborating with the director and small teams on projects which include renovations of apartment buildings and commercial interiors, and restoration of landmark buildings. Planning and executing projects in varying phases needed, ranging from pre-design to construction administration. Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams of consultants. Mentoring junior staff. Providing expediting and code consulting services toward municipal approvals (DOB, LPC, BSA, FDNY). Performing zoning studies of potential future developments for client use.
Royal Engineering, PC, Jamaica, NY, US, Architectural Designer and Drafter
Managed residential projects in Queens and Brooklyn ranging from single-family houses to apartment buildings; new buildings and alterations. Created construction drawing sets to be filed with DOB and attended plan exam reviews. Provided miscellaneous project requirements such as building and zoning code analyses, builders pavement plans, sprinkler plans and energy code compliance.
Dadras Architects,, New York, NY, US, Junior Architectural and Urban Designer
Assisted the principal architect with managing single-family residence additions and apartment unit renovations, retail and restaurant space planning, and storefront improvements. Specialized in downtown revitalization work which involved zoning reviews, building infill studies and streetscape improvement proposals for towns and villages in New York State.
New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), New York, NY, US, MArch, Urban and Regional Design
This post-professional program focuses on the intersection of urban forms, applied technology, climate resilience, ecosystems, and socio-cultural aspects of cities. Graduated with Distinction.
University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, PH, Bachelors, Architecture
This undergraduate program necessitates that the architecture student be conversant on the three educational domains of architecture: arts and humanities, social sciences and philosophy, and mathematics and the sciences. 4-time Dean’s List.
