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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles, California, United States

DESIGN LEADERSHIP* Designed and managed project teams across a portfolio of 19 projects totaling +$500M, including 1,375 affordable housing units and 208,000 sq. ft. of non-residential space, ensuring integration of sustainability measures and adherence to accessibility standards through all design and construction phases.* Spearheaded three residential mixed-use projects in Los Angeles from concept to completion. Mixed uses include multi-family and permanent supportive housing units with shared amenity spaces and outdoor areas, a 400-student charter boarding high school, two Federally Qualified Health Centers (FCHC), and neighborhood retail spaces. * Conceptualized in collaboration with the Design Principal three winning affordable housing RFPs, resulting in 456 units and 32,000 sq. ft. of commercial space, by integrating innovative design strategies and addressing community needs.PROJECT MANAGEMENT* Led the studio’s sustainability initiatives, securing two LEED Platinum and three LEED Gold certifications. Pioneered the adoption of Forma for early site analysis, optimizing environmental assessments and enhancing client reporting.* Managed the design and construction administration of a 100-unit Permanent Supportive Housing modular project, ensuring adherence to accessibility, sustainability, and building codes while delivering the project on time and within budget.* Served as the day-to-day liaison between clients, local agencies, and stakeholders, enhancing collaboration to ensure timely project completion and exceed client expectations.* Mentored Project Architects and Designers, fostering collaboration and driving individual professional growth, resulting in successful architecture licensing for multiple colleagues.

Pasadena, California, United States

* Acted as Owner’s Representative for a 60-unit affordable townhome project and the restoration of 13 historic residences, overseeing project progress and ensuring the successful achievement of design and sustainability objectives.* Partnered with local agencies, architects, engineers, and contractors to drive project success, ensuring full compliance with design and sustainability standards, and meeting key project milestones.* Pioneered the integration of GreenPoint Rated certification in new projects, advancing sustainability standards, and optimized energy efficiency through detailed analysis with EnergyPro software.* Created visually compelling presentation images with SketchUp and Photoshop, effectively conveying design concepts to the Owner, project teams, and in marketing materials, enhancing stakeholder engagement.

Pasadena, California, United States

* Partnered with the Design Principal to develop conceptual designs for a 45-unit affordable housing project, leading the schematic design process and preparing documentation for successful agency review.* Collaborated with Principal and Senior Designer to craft and implement 5 successful RFP sets for affordable housing projects, securing key clients and advancing project development.* Developed comprehensive construction documents for a high school renovation, including a 45,000-square-foot classroom building and campus modernization, ensuring alignment with project goals.

Long Beach, California, United States

* Provided design expertise to the Housing Development Department. * Integrated Green Design Strategies into existing project pipeline as well as existing properties.* Integrated Green Design Strategies into the companies general operations. * Applied and obtained energy-efficiency and green design grants. * Organized and facilitated green charrettes and community meetings for new construction and rehabilitation projects.

Culver City, California, United States

* Pioneered three-dimensional digital modeling methods for complex building forms, utilizing 3D scanners and Rhino software, improving design accuracy and workflow efficiency.* Developed diagrams and illustrations for master plan projects for college campuses and urban developments, enhancing visual communication for stakeholders.* Produced high-quality architectural renderings and drawings for presentations and publications, contributing to client proposals and project approvals.

Masters, Architecture

Philosophy

Bachelor, Environmental Design