Elizabeth Lagarde, Aia, Noma Email & Phone Number

Santa Ana, California

Orange County, California Area

San Francisco, Ca

• Successfully prepared and completed Construction Drawings in 2D and BIM software • Assessed the client and users' needs of the project through inspections, interviews, and consultations• Prepared Assessment Report where I documented existing conditions and deficiencies, and proposed design solutions• Researched building/ zoning codes and best practices• Assisted in preparation of Construction Documents• Coordinated with design consultants• Assisted the Principal Architect in the Construction Administration phase, communicated with the Contractor, and reviewed RFIs & Submittals.• Created renderings and other digital graphics for presentations with funders, clients, and other public forumsProjects: Community Facilities, Early Education Childcare Design, Affordable Housing Units Rehabilitation, Commercial Tenant Improvements, Space Planning, Playgrounds

San Francisco, Ca

• Produced Schematic Design packages, Design Development submittals, and Construction Documents for permit• Assisted in the development of an Assessment Report for Educational and Commercial facilities, documented existing conditions and deficiencies, and proposed design solutions• Assisted the Project Manager in the Construction Administration phase• Created renderings and other digital graphics for presentations with investors, clients, and other public forumsProjects: Educational Modernization, Residential Housing, Restaurant Renovation

San Francisco, Ca

• Produce capacity studies and schematic design drawings using computer-aided drafting programs• Assisted the Project Manager in research of specifications, codes, and other data to produce construction drawings• Gathered field information of existing conditions• Documented all project information and correspondence sent the office and sent out• Completed necessary changes to drawings and designs

San Francisco, Ca

• Lead volunteers to successfully executing all 10 Sunday Streets events• Facilitated volunteer orientation and training for all Sunday Streets events in fast-paced environments• Conducted neighborhood outreach and canvassing for Sunday Streets events• Designed Sunday Streets event posters, signage, and graphics

San Francisco, Ca

• Designed a 32 page booklet, Calle 24: Cuentos del Barrio, with layout, graphics and maps• Communicated with client from conceptual design to final design• Completed the project within the original deadline

Orange County, California Area

• Organized social, political, and supportive events and an annual conference for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer community• Designed promotional materials such as fliers, banners, and apparel• Managed social media networks

Orange, Ca

• Led a group of 23 students in an instructional setting• Provided homework assistance, academic enrichment and physical activity• Engaged youth by following and implementing lesson plans• Communicated with parents and teachers of students’ progress

Oakland, Ca

• Created architectural illustrations and renderings reflecting the client’s vision of a LEED Certified house• Implemented illustration techniques to enhance images and illustration for presentation

• Assisted a group of at risk, underprivileged youth in mathematics, science, and writing. • Organized lesson plans and facilitated group discussions to selected readings. • Reviewed the youths’ work effort with site counselors

Berkeley & Richmond, Ca

• Collaborated with university students, youth, and city council members to develop and design a local community development planning project• Collected environmental impacts of air pollution for the city of Richmond • Evaluated findings to suggest solutions and develop proposals for the project• Facilitated a group of high school youth in designing a 3D model for the proposed project

B.A. Architecture, Architecture, Minor City And Regional Planning

Activities and Societies: CASA: Chicano/Latino Architecture Student Association (President: 2010-11, Educational Awareness 2009-10).

Study Abroad, Sustainable Ecuador, From The Andes To The Amazon

(Summer 2011): 5-week UC Davis Summer Abroad Program where my final project focused on understanding sustainable housing and design.