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Danilo F Enaje

Danilo F Enaje

Los Angeles, CA, US

 

About 

An effective Senior Project Designer with 30 years of customer-focused experience and demonstrated knowledge in interior architecture design, working with domestic and international clients throughout North Central, and South America; Asia; Oceania; and the Middle East. Proven decision-making skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Highly organized with strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills. Ability to establish rapport with diverse personality types and levels of management. Flexible and effective in any type of organization, working either in a team environment or independently.

Employment 

HBA / Hirsch Bedner Associates - Americas, Santa Monica, CA, SENIOR PROJECT DESIGNER

 Analyze client’s requirements and manage space planning for Hotel projects
 Assist the Principals on meetings and project presentations with the owner and consultants; responsible for all Schematic/Design drawings for presentations, design development & construction documentation.
 Included Key projects: Hyatt Centric, Marriott Courtyard, Hamptons Inn, Cambrias, Hilton and Residence Inn, RCCL Design Competition, Springhill/Towneplace, Tribute/Element, Hampton/Tru

Jul 2014 - current
 

HUNAN SIMA DESIGN & ENGINEERING COMPANY, Changsha, China, Design Director

 Analyzed client’s requirements and intent, managed space planning for major Hotel & Resort projects
 Conducted meetings and project presentations with the owner and consultants, responsible for all Schematic/Design drawings for presentations, including Development Plans, Floor Plans
 Sketched elevations and perspective drawings for both Exterior and Interior, detailing and site inspections to conclude if the design is met
 Included key projects: Wuling Heritage Hotel-Interior Design & Landscape presentation, Shopping Center in Tianjin Lot Development Planning, Exterior Elevations Presentations, Commercial, Office and Residential Complex

Apr 2011 - Jun 2014
 

Cheng Chung Design, Shenzhen, CN, Design Director / Project Coordinator

 Analyzed client’s requirements and manages space planning for major Hotel & Resort projects
 Supervised the job to mechanical designers and renderers
 Traveled and assisted the principals on project presentations to owners, operators and related field consultants
 Included key projects: Conrad Resort in Sanya, China; Phase III and IV Package of Public Areas & Spa
Sofitel Hotel in Guangzhou, China; French Bar, Restaurant & Spa; Hilton Hotel in Guangzhou, China-Health Club, St. Regis Hotel (Kingkey) in Shenzhen, China; Marriott Hotel in Shansan, China; Zhang Zhou-Cadaques Hotel & Villas

Feb 2008 - Mar 2011
 

Ginn Clubs & Resorts, Celebration, Fl., U.S.A., Celebration, FL, US, Senior Project Designer

 Analyze customer requirements and manage space planning for major construction projects including resorts, hotels, club houses, villas, and high-end residential structures across the continental US and Caribbean Islands
 Supervise teams of mechanical designers and perspective renderers in generating project drawings
 Key projects included the Promenade in Carolina – Proposed Residential Condominium, Houses and Hotel; Reunion in Orlando, Florida – Proposed Residential Condominium, Health Club and Golf Club; Laurelmor in North Carolina – Proposed Club Houses and Villas; Ginn Sur Mer in Bahamas – Main Core, Bungalows & Residential Houses

Jul 2006 - Feb 2008
 

Scott Snyder, Inc., West Palm Beach, FL, US, Senior Project Designer

 Developed architectural-interior designs, space planning, elevations, detailing for residential projects valued at $5M+
 Conducted site inspections, managed and directed contractor activities
 Ensured compliance with design parameters, specifications, quality standards and resolved technical issues
 Served as primary client contact and provided progress updates
 Included key projects: Lehrman Residence in West Palm Beach, FL; Featured on Architectural Digest “AD 100 “ January 2007 & “A Lesson in the Classics” May 2006; Scarpa Residence in Palm Beach, FL; Featured on Architectural Digest, November 2007 “ Palm Beach Passage”; Riccobene Residence in Palm Beach, FL & West Virginia; Cuillo Residence in West Palm Beach, FL; Nielsen Residence in Naples, FL; Constantini Residence in Palm Beach, FL; Ezratti Residence in Miami, FL

Sep 2001 - Jul 2006
 

Bilkey Llinas Design, West Palm Beach, FL, US, Senior Project Designer & Project Coordinator

 Designed interiors for hospitality industry clients
 Traveled internationally for project meetings and onsite inspections, analyzed and resolved design issues
 Key projects included the Le Meridian Hotel in Cairo, Egypt; Grand Hyatt in Fukouka, Japan ; Grand Hyatt Shanghai in China; Crown Casino & Hotel in Melbourne, Australia; Grand Hyatt in Melbourne, Australia

Jan 1994 - Sep 2001
 

3D/I Hong Kong Limited, Hong Kong, HK, Project Designer

 Handled space planning and created design elevations for projects in Hong Kong, Macau, and China

Jan 1993 - Jan 1994
 

Guthrie / Mayberry & Associates, Hong Kong, HK, Project Designer

 Handled space planning and created design elevations for projects in Hong Kong and Hawaii

Jan 1990 - Jan 1993
 

GUEDECO, Aman /Aqaba, Jordan , Designer / Site Inspector

 Handled Design for Architectural Projects and site inspection.

Jan 1982 - Dec 1983
 

Education 

Far Eastern University (FEU), Bachelors, Architecture

Jun 1980 - Mar 1985
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills