Architect And Exterior Designer - Architectural Excellence, Meticulous Creator, Skilled Designer
- 3D Modeling
- Drafting
- On Job Production
- Small Project Management
- Auto CAD Authoring
- Expert in local and government Code
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James Calatrava
Contact Information
Sample Architect
7756 Purple Court
Westchester,
CA
90045
United States
United States
- Home:
- (415) 555-9900
- Mobile:
- (415) 555-0090
Summary
Education
Sep 2005 - Present
San José, CA, United States
M.A., Community Planning/Urban Design
Studio coursework exploring contemporary urban design issues, practice-based in real world settings. Participated with honors in studios conducted within the Master of Architecture Program, Urban Design Workshops and Community Planning Program. Recent studios investigated neighborhood rebuilding and affordable urban housing and urban design strategies for growth management.
Sep 2001 - May 2005
Knoxville, TN, United States
B.A., Interior Design
Core curriculum focused on exploration of means, methods, and materials used by architects and interior designers in the graphic study of material and spatial conditions. Gained experience in orthographic and isometric projection, section, and perspective through analytical, representational, and transformative drawing techniques.
Work History
Seattle, WA, United States
May 2006 - Present
Intern
- Drafting and rendering concept art for project proposals.
- Assist in the development of design or design development drawings.
- Support and assist lead architects in all phases of a project.
Horsham, PA, United States
Jun 2003 - May 2006
Associate
- Worked in the Modeling department aiding in the development of 3D models and real time rendering.
- Responsible for the organization and filing of all contract agreements as well as local and city code ordinance related paperwork.
Related Experience
Habitat For Humanity - Gardena Branch
Coordinated university group builds on over 25 sites annually. Founded the now annual Habitat for Humanity Children's Olympics to aid the children of low-income families.
Design Sciences Study Program
A program involving trips to 5 major cities to study local architecture and historical trends contusive to the regions. Cities included were New York, Savannah, Boston, Washington D.C., and San Diego.
Skills
3D Modeling & Design
(Advanced)5-6 years Years Experience, ( Last Used <1 year ago )
3D Studio Max, Auto CAD, Microsoft Office Products, Mac iLife Suite
Graphics & Web Development
(Intermediate)1-2 years Years Experience, ( Last Used <1 year ago )
Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Corel Draw, Dreamweaver, Flash
Honors & Awards
IAHH Urban Renewal Design Competition, 2007 - First Place
- International Association for Humane Habitat (IAHH) annual student design competition. Winning design selected from more than 150 student entries from 15 different countries.
Helsinki Sustainable Designs, 2005 - Special Mention
- International competition honoring excellence in sustainable design processes.
Award of Excellence
- Four time honor student recognized for academic excellence.
Award of Distinction, 2005- Second Place
- Student Design Contest.
3D Cutaway
Design model showing plan for high-density unit.
Plan-view Cutaway
Plan-view isometric rendering displays detail (highlighted), model indicating placement of high-density unit.
BluePrints
3-D Facade Rendering
Elevation of high-density dwelling.
References
Bob Crawford
(Peer)
Regional Director
Habitat for Humanity
555-555-5555
I kept close contact with Bob while I participated in numerous group builds and organized the Annual Children's Olympics event. He will gladly provide a positive reference.
Bob Kweller
(Peer)
Dean, College of Design
University of Tennessee
(111) 222-4444
Dr. Kweller has recognized me with numerous academic achievement awards. He will be happy to give a reference.
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