I was born In a small town in the north of Portugal and immigrated to the United States with my family at the age of nine. I studied drafting at a technical school and continued to pursuit architecture in Boston, MA. Post graduation I acquired a design position at a small firm in Greenwich, CT that concentrated mostly on high end residential design. There I had the opportunity to participate in the entire architectural process.
This was crucial for my development as a designer because it allowed me first hand access to the firm’s principal and the ability to experience the full scope of the business. I was encouraged to pursuit my design ideas and given room to explore new avenues.
Five years later I made the decision to explore the world of freelance design with the idea of expanding my professional experience. I started designing small addition and renovations for some friends and it quickly grew into much larger projects. Using the skills I had acquired I provided many different services from consulting to realizing a few design/build projects myself. Always looking to broaden my horizons I’m seeking a position in an architectural firm that will encourage growth towards professional licensing. I’m confident that given the opportunity I will be an immediate asset to your firm.
Designer(freelance), Fairfield County, CT, Designer
Site studies
Schematic design options
3D renderings
Design development
Construction documents
Client meetings and project presentations
Construction Manager(freelance), Fairfield County, CT, Project Manager
Variances and permits
Bid reviews
Budgets and schedules
Contracts
Coordinate subcontractors
Consultant(freelance), Fairfield County, CT, Consultant
Site selection
Subdivision planning
Code research
Feasibility studies
Real estate acquisitions and negotiations
Real estate analysis
Marketing (print and digital media)
Baiardi Associates Architects, Greenwich, CT, US, Designer
Code research
Zoning analysis
Contracts
Schematic design
Presentation drawings
Design development
Construction documents
Construction administration