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Thomas Tovar

Thomas Tovar

Miami, FL, US

 
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About 

As a designer, my philosophy is deeply rooted in phenomenology - the study of how we experience and perceive the world around us. I believe that good design is not just about creating functional spaces, but about creating environments that engage our senses and evoke emotions.

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Employment 

Within Architecture, Miami, FL, US, Architectural Associate

- Working directly with the principal architect and director to oversee several projects and their delivery schedules.
- Participating in team meetings to decide workflows and methods for project production.
- Carrying projects through all phases of design, from schematic design to construction administration.
- Developing 3D models from drawings, creating design development sets, and preparing renders.
- Attending client meetings to discuss project progress and requirements.
- Site surveys and take as-built measurements.
- Creating detailed drawings from these site visits.

Mar 2024 - current
 

TLD Design, Weston, FL, US, Architectural Designer

-Collaborated with project managers to ensure smooth project delivery.
-Managed multiple project timelines to meet client deadlines.
-Assisted in the development of detailed schematic and construction documents.
-Coordinated with clients and contractors to discuss design changes and ensure project compliance.
-Conducted site inspections and gathered necessary data for project documentation.
-Produced 3D models and renderings for presentations and design approvals.
-Created design development packages and construction document sets for review.

Sep 2020 - current
 

Education 

Florida International University, Miami, FL, US, MArch, architecture

Developed comprehensive design projects across various scales, including residential, commercial, and urban design.
Conducted extensive research on sustainable design principles and applied findings to studio projects.
Collaborated with classmates on group design projects, leading the design development and presentation preparation.
Produced detailed architectural drawings, 3D models, and visualizations for studio critiques and final presentations.
Participated in design critiques, receiving feedback from professors and industry professionals to refine projects.
Explored advanced digital fabrication techniques using 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC milling for physical model-making.
Applied parametric design tools like Grasshopper to develop innovative, data-driven design solutions.
Engaged in site analysis and contextual studies for real-world architectural interventions.
Completed a thesis project focused on animal exhibit, which required extensive research, design iterations, and presentations.
Participated in architecture competitions, developing design concepts under tight deadlines

Jun 2019 - May 2024
 

Awards 

Master's Project Award, 1st Place

Selected best thesis project in studio class.

2024
 

Areas of Specialization 

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