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Professional architect with extensive experience managing prefabricated residential projects. Innovative thinker implementing new processes, standard operating procedures, and new design features. Ability for managing multiple projects and initiatives including obtaining permits. Leverage innovative systems thinking to create efficiencies across multiple projects.
Certifications
Licensed Florida Architect
Autodesk Revit Associate + Professional Certificates 2011
LEED AP BD+C Building Design + Construction - Member #01247469
Construction Project Management Certificate George Brown College 2005-2007
Dvele, Loma Linda, CA, US, Design Director
Developed standardized components across the entire product range of standard plans/models, and also managed the documentation standards of projects. Instituted a standardized design process, engineering and documentation process, and a project tracking and reporting system.
Fort Prefab, Los Angeles, CA, US, Founder
During the pandemic I developed a prefab system that simplifies the design and construction process of small ADUs, and dramatically reduces project costs using proprietary innovations and technology.
Airbnb Samara, San Francisco, CA, US, Permitting Strategist
Samara is an initiative to prototype new ways that homes can be built and shared. As part of that project, I managed all aspects of building permitting and component compliance.
Proto Homes, Los Angeles, CA, US, Director, Architectural Design
PROJECTS (DESIGNED, DOCUMENTED, EXPEDITED AND MANAGED)
1724 Armacost Ave, West LA – 3-Unit Small Lot Subdivision 2014
3288 Lemon Drive Simi Valley – Single Family Residence 2015
827 N Kodak Drive, Silverlake – Hillside Duplex 2015
4250 S Kenyon Ave, West LA – Single Family Residence 2016
5657 W 78th St, Westchester – Single Family Residence 2016
INNOVATIONS (INVENTED, DEVELOPED AND IMPLEMENTED AS NEW STANDARD)
Business Development: Three levels of standard product packages with standard contracts
Software: Fully parametric Revit Master File to automate production drawings
Branding: Slogan #EvolvedLiving, and trademark FaceFrame™ architectural projections
Components: Proprietary aluminum & PVC rain-screen façade system
RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Management incl. Management of Project Consultants.
Responsible for multiple projects on tight deadlines
Business Development (Clients, Media and PR Firms).
Management of Software Consultants (development of custom Revit Plug-ins).
Production and Implementation of Firm Standards (materials, products, methods, documentation).
Original design, permitting and documentation for residential projects.
Production of shop drawings for prefabricated components.
Innovation in all aspects of the business.
Anderson Porter Design, Cambridge, MA, US, JuniorDesigner
Communicated with client representatives and participated in site meetings
Produced project manual and permit set
Created and implemented an office technology update strategy
Boston Architectural College (BAC), Boston, MA, US, Graduate Level Teaching Assistant
Established leadership role and mentored students
Evaluated student performance in a critical and constructive manner
Responsible for maintaining office hours and meeting with students
McDougal Architects, Boston, MA, US, Intern Architect
Contributed to construction documents and made changes
Communicated with clients and consultants
Managed time efficiently to satisfy deadlines
G.E.S. Construction, Toronto, ON, CA, Site Supervisor
Planned and Scheduled Sub-contractors
Supervised laborers and prioritized tasks
Estimated quantity of material required and placed orders
Boston Architectural College (BAC), Boston, MA, US, MArch, Architecture
Design, Technical theory courses
Comprehensive thesis during final year
Professional practice component
George Brown College, Toronto, ON, CA, Construction Project Management Cert.
Coursework in:
Construction law, safety, administration, estimating, quantity surveying
University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, CA, Bachelors, Architectural Design Specialist
B.A.(Hons.) Degree specializing in architectural studies
History, theory and design studies
Minor in Fine Art History
The Glassman/Bailey Scholarship, Scholarship
A travel scholarship for architectural studies in Paris, France.