MY MISSION IS TO CREATE MEANINGFUL SPACES, TAILORED TO EACH INDIVIDUAL CLIENT
Before architecture I worked in publishing, handling all aspects of the photo shoots for popular magazines such as In Style, & Women’s Health.
After gravitating towards a career that had a more direct impact on our environment, I transitioned into architecture. Since then, I worked in new construction school buildings, luxury interiors for the workplace and retail environments, and high-end residential renovations.
I strive to work diligently with each project to bring the client’s vision from concept to reality.
Boxwood Avenue, New York, ARCHITECT & TECHNICAL DESIGNER
Participate in all phases of design and construction for residential projects.
PROJECTS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDED:
• New Build 11k SF single family home, in TN : Actively participated in the design and construction drawing creation, served as an advisor for architectural detailing and coordination
• AOR for a kitchen and living area renovation in Reno, NV.
ICA Works, New York, NY, US, SENIOR DESIGNER + PROJECT MANAGER
Actively involved in client management and lead role in design develop- ment, construction documentation sets, as well as sourcing and producing FF&E packages.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
• A co-op pied-à-terré renovation for a high-end jewelry designer. Includes gut renovation of bathroom, kitchen as well as sourcing finishes, fixtures and project management.
• Full gut renovation of a loft penthouse in Soho. Includes collaboration on the design, and full construction documentation development, DOB filing and project management.
• Schematic design, design development and permit sets for a kitchen and bathroom renovation in a Northern California Spanish style house.
Design Republic US, New York, NY, US, FREELANCE PROJECT ARCHITECT
Hired on a project basis to assist the technical and design teams on completing 4 bid sets and a design presentation for a high-end retail client’s workplace.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDED:
• Creating technical details, as well as enlarged elevations and views highlighting feature design elements using Revit and Photoshop.
• Assisted and educated team members on Revit & BIM best practices as the team is transitioning from working in Autocad to becoming an all Revit studio.
HLW International, New York, NY, US, ARCHITECTURAL JOB CAPTAIN
Actively involved in CD and CA phases of commercial interior and workplace projects.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDED:
• Producing construction sets for an advertising agency’s office expansion. Contributions included developing CD sets, assisting with site visits, review- ing shop drawings and submittals.
• Delivery of construction sets for a fragrance company’s office renovation. Responsible for CD sets, coordinating with MEP trades, researching products, performing site visits, and reviewing shop drawings and submittals. • Collaborated on the design, produced permit, bid and final construction documents for innovative bridal site company. Assisted with CA by reviewing shop drawings and submittals.
INTERNAL CONTRIBUTIONS:
• Led wellness initiatives including organizing monthly talks with outside speakers; successfully appealed to the firm’s leadership team to provide ergonomic furniture and healthy office snacks.
Partners for Architecture, Stamford, CT, US, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER
Actively involved in all architectural phases of ongoing projects.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDED:
• Producing DD & CD sets for several new construction K-12 schools in the NYC metro area. Contributions included drafting, specifying finishes, and providing assistance with DOB applications.
• Producing DD & CD sets for a luxury retail store’s interior fit-out and restoring of a landmarked storefront. Role included designing and obtaining approval from NYC Landmarks Preservation Committee.
• Designed, drafted and project managed the renovation of a commercial building’s interior and facade in Stamford, CT.
The Display Shop, New York, NY, US, DESIGNER + PROJECT MANAGER
Responsible for all design and project management of ongoing and season- al campaigns for luxury brands including: Ferragamo, Miu Miu, and Panerai.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDED:
• National and international seasonal graphic and display roll outs for Panerai, Ferragamo and Miu Miu. Project required developing key relation- ships with shopfitters and vendors; coordinating and overseeing production; negotiating pricing; organizing transportation as well as setting up and supervising on-site installations.
David Yum Architects, New York, NY, US, ARCHITECTURAL INTERN
Participated in all phases of design and construction for residential and retail projects.
PROJECTS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDED:
• Olea Store Montclair, NJ: Actively participated in the design and construction phases including attending client and site meetings, creating conceptual renderings, producing construction drawings, sourcing materials, and designing custom display items.
• Upper West Side (New York) Townhouse Renovation. Documented site visits; participated in client meetings; produced construction drawings; conceptual renders; sourced materials for the interior design portion of project; and designed custom furniture pieces for clients.
