Michael E. Bowles AIA, CDT, LEED Green Assoc
Received my Bachelor of Architecture degree from University of Oregon, with minors in landscape architecture and art history. I aim for a pure, thoughtful, and lyrical dimension in my work.
Specialties: Proficient with Autodesk Revit (daily since 2011), AutoCAD, 3dStudio Max, Adobe Design Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash, and Dreamweaver), Rhinoceros, SketchUp, Wordpress, Luz, Elation Emulation, Phoenix Live, Beyond LD.
Understanding of: architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, art and architectural history, historic preservation, lighting design, real estate, and emerging technologies.
I am in an innovative thinker with an open mind who bonds with educators and thrives on exchanging insight.
Robertson Sherwood Architects, Eugene, OR, US, Architect, Revit Lead
Educational Projects:
Roosevelt Middle School
Pleasant Hill Elementary School
MEBWorks, Eugene, OR, US, Designer
Renaissance Raven, Eugene, OR, US, Lighting Designer, Stage designer
Owner of Renaissance Raven.
Renaissance Raven is a Eugene based independent promotions company specializing in live music and theatrical production. Renaissance Raven assists artists and businesses in the booking, managing and planning of events. The company provides exceptional performance planning intelligence and aesthetic expertise for artists and venues. Professional light designs include the pacific northwest's largest LED bar lighting rig, custom live laser shows, and digital painted and projection-mapped interactive visuals. Renaissance Raven productions are backed by architectural design experience in lighting, acoustics, interiors, and theatrical rigging and staging. All Renaissance Raven productions offer intensive service including OLCC certified staff, sound technicians, light and video jockeys, professional photography, and promotional coverage (flyers, internet, press). Renaissance Raven is a highly revered and trusted promoter in the greater Willamette Valley.
Willamette Architecture 360, Eugene, OR, US, Job Captain, Designer, Intern Architect, Materials and Rendering Lead
Design luxury villas, high-end retail, garden apartments and premier resorts in China. As a current job captain, I work directly with our president to develop the design style, address clients' needs, and manage the team to meet strict deadlines. These responsibilities include project set-up, pre-design, concept development, schematic design, design development, and reviewing construction documents. My ability to create complex geometry in Revit and see three-dimensionally has made me a valuable addition to the design team.
http://wa-360.com
Clients/Projects include: Dragon Palace Legacy Project, Foshan Island Project, Banshan Legacy Project, Longhu Sunhe, Longhu Wuxi, Longhu Chongqing, Longhu Beijing, Fuli 19th Street Retail, Fuli Beijing Canal, Fuli Boss House,
Pacific Northwest Field School (UO Historic Preservation), Eugene, OR, US, Office manager and Applications Coordinator
University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, US, BArch, Architecture
Bachelor of Architecture, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR
Minors: Landscape Architecture, Art & Architectural History
Related Academic Studios:
Historic Preservation – Design of National Park Service Visitor Center and restoration of historic Haller House
Landscape Reclamation – Marketplace, transit, and religion studies for Kyoto Downtown Cultural District redesign
Urban Housing, Health Facilities & Performance Spaces – Guadalajara Orphanage multiplex programming & design
Net Zero Building Analysis – Skyscraper design and performance analysis for CRGBC’s Living Building Challenge
Terminal Project – Working with the Sustainable Cities Initiative and City of Springfield to design their new school
Study Abroad, Kyoto, Japan – Landscape architecture: urban restoration and reclamation, June to August 2009
LEED Green Associate – August 2012
LEED Green Associate Training Workshop Certificate of Achievement – March 2010
[HONORS]
Terminal project archived as exemplary work by the AIAS accreditation board and SCI board
Awarded scholarship to attend Powershift Political conference in Washington, DC
First Place and Reader’s Choice in Homer Davenport International Political Cartoon Contest
LEED Green Associate (LEED GA), Award
Passed LEED Green Associate Exam with a 100% in Project Surroundings and Public Outreach category
Homer Davenport International Political Cartoon Contest, 1st Place
Awarded First Place and Reader's Choice Award
