James Buchan

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Architectural and Interior Design @ Levi Strauss & Co.
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United States, United States
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About James Buchan

The delicate process of interior design and architecture is one that Buchan personally carries through each project. James draws upon his travels and fashion background to influence his firm’s design. He focuses his passion for interior design on pinpointing the client’s interests to create a space for self-expression. By working closely with clients, he transforms their environment with beauty that will inspire them for a lifetime.The team at JBD works holistically to design soulful spaces layered with color, pattern and texture in ways that feel fresh and unexpected, all the while remaining invitingly livable and timeless. This rigorous approach has established the firm’s reputation for exceptionally crafted, meticulously detailed and thoughtfully curated spaces.

James Buchan's Current Company Details
Levi Strauss & Co.

Levi Strauss & Co.

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Architectural and Interior Design
Website:
levistrauss.com
Employees:
10
James Buchan Work Experience Details
  • James Buchan Design
    Principal
    James Buchan Design Jul 2018 - Present
    Strategically guide creative design for interior and exterior of projects. Discuss requirements with clients, negotiate contracts, create budgets/ schematic design, collaborate with architects, contractors, lighting engineers, landscape architects, art curators and report to clients. Annalise and track project progress, anticipate issues and present value engineered solutions to keep schedules, budgets, and clients on track. Bring innovative solutions within the brand identity and using local workshops for custom millwork and upholstery. Oversees mentorship of design team while developing and managing client relationships. Observe trends and discuss with team in context of brand.
  • Levi Strauss & Co.
    Interior Designer, Custom Millwork, Custom Furniture, Drafting,
    Levi Strauss & Co. Jun 2014 - Present
    San Francisco, California, Us
    Under the guidance of Gregory Gordon, 3D Art Director/ Global Brand Creative, I create a schematic design after understanding the branding, then move forward with millwork design, custom upholstered furniture, FF&E selection, purchasing, logistics and installation for site specific interiors (retail and Office).
  • Audrey Alberts Design
    Senior Interior Designer
    Audrey Alberts Design Jun 2015 - Jan 2020
    Under the supervision of Audrey Alberts, principal, I created schematic design, budget planning and FF&E procurement. I was charged with client presentation, purchasing, logistics to installation. www.albertsdesign.com
  • Alexander Design Build Ltd
    Interior Design Project Manager, Construction Management, Furntirue Design, Draftsmen
    Alexander Design Build Ltd Feb 2012 - Aug 2015
    Under the guidance of Vanessa Alexander, I designed furniture, architectural details, interior design and construction supervision. Some of the highlights of our time together was working on Malibu Farms Restaurant on the Malibu Piers, Grayfox Residence in Malibu, Mountain Oak Residence in Los Feliz, and the Charring Cross Residence in Holmby Hills. www.alexanderdb.com
  • Twentieth Modern
    Outside Sales
    Twentieth Modern May 2012 - Feb 2014
    Responsible for generating sales by visiting clients in their offices and teaming up with the showroom staff to run the day-to-day business. I traveled to Northern California and Las Vegas to educate clients about Twentieth vendors / products and offer assistance with their on-going projects. www.twentieth.net
  • Essentially Green Ventures
    Founder / Energy Savings Consultant
    Essentially Green Ventures Sep 2009 - May 2012
    EGv prescribes energy savings technologies to achieve significant energy savings in the commercial building market by reducing the building's overall energy demand. Our goal is to meet the “2030 Challenge” by developing a master plan solution that can substantially reduce operating costs and measured for compliance, performance and accountability of being “Essentially Green”.
  • James D. Buchan Design
    Architectural Services & Planning, Drafting, Permit Expediting And Project Management
    James D. Buchan Design 1989 - 2011
    Design and Project Management experience with premier design firms. Experienced in planning, schematics, bid solicitation / leveling, permit expediting, construction oversight, and on-time / on-budget project delivery. Skilled in working with architects, interior designers, engineers, facilities management, purchasing managers, and clients to achieve the goals of all stakeholders. Using free hand & in-scale drafting skills I am able to create presentation drawings and expedite building permits without delays. I have hospitality experience in interior design, purchasing and installation for hospitality names such as Pebble Beach Club, Ventana Inn, Sonoma Mission Inn, and Ritz Carlton with Studio 808.
  • Sk Chow Design, Stuart Gilchrist, Terje Arnesen, Todd Carson, Studio 808, Ralph Properties
    Project Manager, Drafting, Permit Expediting, Site Measurement
    Sk Chow Design, Stuart Gilchrist, Terje Arnesen, Todd Carson, Studio 808, Ralph Properties 1996 - 2010
  • Gap, Macy'S, Nine West Shoes, Barney'S Ny, Bergdorf Goodman, Henri Bendel, Fao Schwarz, Tag Heuer
    Retail Environment Design / Visual Merchandising
    Gap, Macy'S, Nine West Shoes, Barney'S Ny, Bergdorf Goodman, Henri Bendel, Fao Schwarz, Tag Heuer 1984 - 2010
    Working with premier brands and Fortune 500 companies (Macys, Gap & Best Buy) as a contract designer, I have created custom architectural details (including fixture design) for branded environments, established national merchandising standards for corporate training with roll-out plans to all stores and supervised construction and installation for new store openings. In conjunction with marketing departments, I have produced photo shoots and executed event planning to increase brand awareness.
  • Toki, Bellinger Denmark, Salt, Robert Laroche, Edward Beiner
    Sales Representative, Medical Devices / Optical Industry
    Toki, Bellinger Denmark, Salt, Robert Laroche, Edward Beiner 2001 - 2007
    Working as a sales representative the key to success was building partnerships with customers. I provided educational seminars to increase product knowledge and technical instruction to doctor’s offices, opticians, lab technicians and sales associates. Protecting and education of brand standards to all end users ensured an enthusiasm for the product. I exceeded sales goals expanding account base by 64% and opening 2 accounts a month on average with highest volume sales and maintained the lowest exchange rate.

James Buchan Skills

Interior Design Photoshop Sketching Project Planning Construction Project Management Digital Photography Sustainable Design Architectural Design Construction Drawings Vectorworks Concept Design Furniture Image Editing Residential Homes Residential Design Architecture Video Editing Design Research Marketing Space Planning Sales Production Hand Drawing Photo Editing

James Buchan Education Details

  • University Of California, Berkeley
    University Of California, Berkeley
    College Of Environmental Design
  • Uc Santa Barbara
    Uc Santa Barbara
    Music / Mathematics

Frequently Asked Questions about James Buchan

What company does James Buchan work for?

James Buchan works for Levi Strauss & Co.

What is James Buchan's role at the current company?

James Buchan's current role is Architectural and Interior Design.

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What schools did James Buchan attend?

James Buchan attended University Of California, Berkeley, Uc Santa Barbara.

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James Buchan has skills like Interior Design, Photoshop, Sketching, Project Planning, Construction, Project Management, Digital Photography, Sustainable Design, Architectural Design, Construction Drawings, Vectorworks, Concept Design.

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James Buchan's colleagues are Brahmaiah M, Andrea English, Martina Pedroni, Caroline Bonn, Hazel Gray, Stephen Tilley, Mahendra Vijay.

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