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Sun K Park

Sun K Park

Los Angeles, CA, US

 
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About 

CA-licensed architect currently operating as a solo practice, but seeking to complement a team of inspired professionals with a synergistic workflow. I am committed to pursuing thoughtful, strategy-driven design solutions. I measure success by delivering built results that exceed client expectations, but also by fostering an efficient, collaborative design and construction process that culminates as a rewarding experience for all.

Experienced with single family homes, small lot subdivisions, multifamily housing, parking design, CAD consulting, and landscape architecture. Open to employment opportunities and/or project collaborations.

Employment 

Sun K Park, Architect, Los Angeles, CA, US, Architect

As an independent practitioner of residential projects, I work closely with clients to clearly understand their goals and develop highly personalized solutions. I provide 3D sketch visualizations throughout the design process in order to enhance homeowner participation and optimize results. I am proficient at producing concise-yet-thorough drawing sets, coordinating with consulting engineers, navigating building department clearances, and working with builders.

Jun 2018 - current
 

Aaron Brumer & Associates Architects, Los Angeles, CA, US, Project Architect

Responsible for all phases of several small lot subdivisions, multifamily residential, and single family houses. Researched zoning and building codes, and created schematic design proposals via plans, 3D sketch models, and renderings. Generated and maintained working drawings for permit sets and construction documents, coordinated with structural, civil, MEP, and landscape consultants, and investigated materials and products. Conducted site visits during construction, reviewed submittals, and responded to RFIs.

Assisted in establishing and standardizing production practices of a rapidly growing small firm. Led the integration of Revit into the office workflow.

Project Architect with Aaron Brumer & Associates also from March 2010 - May 2012.

Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
 

International Parking Design- IPD, Los Angeles, CA, US, Designer

Delivered a wide range of parking design consulting services to property managers, developers, architectural firms, and others. Developed an appreciation for skillful vehicular accommodations as an integral part of an architectural experience, and the pragmatism of allowing parking considerations to precede and inform the structure of a building. Gained proficiency with optimal parking configurations, parking-related codes, accessibility issues, vehicle maneuvering clearance requirements, grading for proper drainage in structures and lots, parking equipment, and signage.

Apr 2013 - May 2015
 

skparkstudio, St. George's, Grenada/Los Angeles, CA, Design/CAD Consultant

Supported architects and interior designers on an independent contractor basis. Provided drafting, physical and digital model-making, rendering, CAD management, website and branding design services. Taught Revit to AutoCAD users. Worked closely with: COCOA (Caribbean Office of Co-Operative Architecture), Ixora Design, Clinch Design.

Feb 2003 - May 2010
 

Consulting For Architects, New York, NY, US, Director CAD/Multimedia

Led turnkey solution sales and services of an Autodesk Systems Center. Provided pre- and post-sales technical consulting. Conceived, organized, and conducted seminars and events, such as "Design Visualization" for the ASID. Taught AutoCAD and Revit courses as an ACT (Autodesk-Certified Training Instructor).

May 2001 - Feb 2003
 

Institute of Design and Construction, Brooklyn, NY, Associate Professor

Taught beginning and advanced AutoCAD semester-length courses to Associate Degree candidates.

Sep 1999 - May 2002
 

Washington Computer Services, Brooklyn, NY, US, Director CAD/Multimedia

Led turnkey solution sales and services of an Autodesk Systems Center. Provided pre- and post-sales technical consulting. Conceived, organized, and conducted seminars and events, such as "AutoCAD Efficiently" for the AIA NYS, "CAD for Architects" for AIA Brooklyn, and "AutoCAD for Experts" for the County College of Morris. Taught AutoCAD courses as an ACT (Autodesk-Certified Training Instructor).

Feb 1999 - May 2001
 

Sweeny Walter Architects, New York, NY, US, Intern/Draftsperson

Assisted in the production of manually drafted construction documents for residential interior remodels. Learned to survey and document existing conditions for renovation projects.

Jun 1995 - Aug 1995
 

Central Park Conservancy, New York, NY, US, Designer/Draftsperson

Worked with landscape architects and preservationists on architectural elements of Central Park, eg overpasses, playgrounds, maintenance facilities, and most notably the Central Park Settee. The Settee was showcased in a Cooper-Hewitt bench exhibit, with the pencil-on-vellum shop drawing (created for production as well as for design patent application) featured on the event poster and invitations.

Jun 1993 - Jul 1994
 

Education 

Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, US, MArch, GSD

Sep 1994 - May 1998
 

Columbia University - Columbia College, New York, NY, US, Bachelors, Architecture

Sep 1988 - May 1992
 

Awards 

Studio Works 1994-1995 Publication, Other

1995
 

Abstract 1991-1992 Publication, Other

1992
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills