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Aaron Smith

Aaron Smith

Louisville, KY, US

 
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About 

I’m a 2007 graduate of the University Of Kentucky College Of Design with an accredited bachelor’s degree in Architecture. I’ve had the privilege of managing a variety of projects including multi-family housing, historic rehabilitation, hospitality and restaurant projects, and multiple projects for Maker's Mark bourbon distillery. I have experience in all phases of the design process, from schematic design to construction management.

I’m skilled in the use of AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Adobe Photoshop and Google SketchUp. In the future I hope to apply my talents to designs that challenge the traditional built environment and the way that the public thinks of “architecture” as a whole.

I'm a licensed architect in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and plan to pursue license in other jurisdictions. I’m also very interested in green design and plan to study for LEED accreditation in the future.

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Employment 

Kersey and Kersey Architects, Louisville, KY, US, Project Architect

Involved in all phases of the design process, from conceptual design to construction management. Projects included multi-family housing, historic rehabilitation, commercial, hospitality and transportation. Portfolio highlights include the AC Hotel Nulu on Market Street, , the Jacob School Senior Apartments on Taylor Boulevard, and the Mother's Room installation at the Louisville International Airport.

Jul 2016 - current
 

Architectural Investments, Louisville, KY, US, Project Manager/ Designer/ Project Architect

Worked in project management, design and production from June 2015 to July 2016. Managed many projects including multiple outpatient medical facilities, interior renovations, retail spaces and historical restorations, including the historic Arcadia Apartment Campus in Louisville, KY

Jun 2015 - Jul 2016
 

Hubbuch & Co., Louisville, KY, US, Project Manager/ Designer/ Project Architect

Responsibilities included project management, design development, construction and presentation document creation, chief engineering coordination, specifications and materials coordination, LEED review, shop drawing review, finish materials selection/ coordination and in-house document management.

Gained a wide variety of experience on many projects including multiple private residences, bars/restaurants, commercial and hospitality projects, as well as experience in the bourbon industry though multiple projects at Maker's Mark distillery in Loretto, KY.

May 2012 - Jun 2015
 

GRW Inc., Lexington, KY, US, Designer/ Drafter/ Project Manager

Responsibilities included design development, construction and presentation document creation, coordinating with structural, mechanical, electrical and civil engineers, specifications and materials coordination, LEED review, shop drawing review, finish materials selection/ coordination and in-house document management. Developed professional, working relationships with consultants, construction managers, contractors and suppliers.

May 2007 - Jan 2012
 

Education 

University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, US, BArch, College of Design, school of Architecture

Completed the 5-year, accredited bachelors of Architecture at University of Kentucky. Curriculum included a diverse range of classes, including 4 semesters of statics and structures, 5 semesters of architecture history and 10 semesters of architecture studio .

Aug 2002 - May 2007
 

Awards 

Rank of Eagle Scout, Other

Achieved the rank of Eagle Scout from the Boy Scouts of America.

1999
 

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