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Peter Harrison

Peter Harrison

Portland, OR, US

 
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About 

Passionate, Gregarious, Ginger.

I’m an Interior Designer based in Portland, OR with a background in sustainability, landscape architecture, and interior design. I approach design through the core integration of these different facets.

I believe strongly in design as a means to create a sustainable and equitable future - this fuels my passion and dedication to healthier materials and public interest design.

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Employment 

ZGF Architects LLP, Portland, OR, US, Interior Designer

Serving as a developmental and supportive position to the Interior Design Group working under the direction of mid and senior level design staff. Project position includes a breadth of interior design support with a particular focus on sustainability through healthier materials.

Jul 2018 - current
 

Hennebery Eddy Architects, Portland, OR, US, Intern

An internship working on projects including the interior architecture for the 130,000 square-foot Portland International Airport Terminal Balancing and Concourse E Expansion. My contributions included working with several architectural sales representatives on material specifications and detailing. I also served on the firm's graphics committee, participated in site visits, client meetings, and conducted independent research on red list building material items within The Living Building Challenge.

May 2017 - Aug 2017
 

Education 

Utah State University, Logan, Utah, Bachelors, Interior Designer

Bachelor of Interior Design, CIDA Accredited
Landscape Architecture Minor, LAAB Accredited

Involvement with:
U.S. Green Building Council Student Chapter, International Interior Design Association, American Society for Interior Designers, and Interior Design Education & Legislation for Utah Student Chapter

Aug 2014 - May 2018
 

Awards 

LEED AP ID+C, Other

LEED AP Interior Design + Construction Credentials.

2019
 

Utah State Art + Design Notable Alumni, Award

Recognition for advocacy in sustainable design and dedication to emerging professionals.

2019
 

AIA Portland Materials Matter Series Scholarship, Scholarship

The AIA Materials Matter initiative is empowering architects to become advocates for materials transparency, and in so doing, enhancing design of a healthier, greener, more prosperous, and more equitable built environment.

2018
 

Areas of Specialization 

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