James W. Lancia III 330 Jefferson Ave. Mamaroneck, NY 10543
JAMES LANCIA
EXPERIENCE
CNS Architecture, New Rochelle, NY draftsman, summer 2002 Survey existing dimensions Construction documents Redline revisions
EDUCATION
Lawrence Gordon Architects, Larchmont, NY Draftsman, summer 2000 Survey existing dimensions Construction documents
SKILLS
I’ve included a copy of my resume and a few samples of my work so you may get a better understanding of my abilities. I welcome the opportunity to meet with you to further discuss my qualifications. I live in the metropolitan area and can make myself available for interview upon request. Should you have any questions, I’d be happy to provide any additional information you may require. Thank you for your consideration.
Mount Vernon Gallery Undergraduate Thesis, fall 2002-spring 2003
Bachelor of Architecture, May 2003 Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University College of Architecture and Urban Studies QCA: 3.30
Sketching, Hand Drafting/Rendering, Model Fabrication, Watercolors, Woodworking, 35mm Photography, B&W Print Development AutoCAD 2000, SketchUp 4.0, 3-D Studio, Photoshop 7.0, InDesign 2.0, PageMaker 6.5
ACTIVITIES
Over the past twelve months at Alfredo De Vido Architects I worked in a position to observe the design process and the impact of major design decisions. I was responsible for the contract documents of two projects, one of which is now under construction. Other responsibilities included as-built and redline revisions, and creating physical models for all building and furniture proposals.
Alfredo De Vido Architects, New York, NY Junior Architect, 2004 Survey existing dimensions Construction Documents Design development Redline revisions Model Fabrication AutoCAD office standard Color Study
Habitat For Humanity, Westchester fall 2004 AIA-Westchester Scholarship, Thesis ‘02 - ‘03 CAUS Europe Travel Program, fall 2001 Virginia Tech Scholar Award, five years Academic Dean’s List, two semesters Phi Beta Delta - International Scholars
REF.
I emerged from a rigorous program at Virginia Tech and semester in Europe with an interest in architecture that is deeply rooted in the realm of the material, the historic, and the symbolic, and their role as instruments in design. In studio, I found an understanding for the need to create, and I maintain a reputation for superior craftsmanship in my work.
Alfredo De Vido, architect (212) 517-6100 Eugene Egger, thesis professor (540) 231-4473 Anthony Cafero, architect (914) 557-7346 Larry Gordon, architect (914) 834-1641
330 Jefferson Ave. Mamaroneck, NY 10543 james_lancia@yahoo.com (914) 391-4156
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4th Year Studio Project
Sincerely, James W. Lancia III
INTENT
I’m a young architect with one year experience, and I’d like to inquire about any openings that may exist or may become available at an entry level/junior architect position. I am eager to devote myself and my potential in an office where I can gain valuable learning experience.
ATTN: Resume Recipient
A B S T R A C T To whom it may concern,
to gain a learning intensive position in an office where I will be challenged to function and develop as a member of the profession
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February 11,2005
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Undergraduate Thesis ‘02 - ‘03 Acknowledging its historical reference, a gallery is a place of viewing and interaction, one of exhibit and social. The program of a gallery must then provide a place not only to accommodate, but to promote these interactions. The building is generated mainly from a utilitarian design. The upper two floors remain simple to accommodate movement through the exhibit spaces. Other spaces serve only for circulation and adequate lighting of the collections. The building is organized by a series of enclosure systems. The lighter materials open their spaces to the town. The change in material assignment suggests the hierarchy among internal spaces. Glass block filters sunlight and distributes it down a free-standing wall. The wall then works as a dynamic element providing a background against which to view the exhibits.
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G A L L E R Y
The reason for architecture is to provide a place. Our buildings speak for us. They tell the story of our existence. An intensive thesis becomes an opportunity to study architecture in terms of its process.
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