Alyssa_Hess_2025 CV_Portfolio Part 1 by alyssakayhess

Personal Statement

I consider Architecture to be a technical art which takes many years to hone. In this respect, I am looking for an institution which will give me the opportunity and vision to continue to grow and truly master all aspects of architectural design and urbanist practice. I am fascinated with the idea of highly detailed sustainable design which focuses not only on the human experience but also on the study of site and environment. Creating designs which are uniquely cohesive and beautiful and seeing them come to fruition, is exciting and inspiring to me. I am passionate about working collaboratively with colleagues and clients to achieve common goals while soliciting input by genuinely valuing other’s ideas and expertise and have a willingness to learn from others.

“Additive Manufacturing “- RWU Arch.588 Assignment 2 | Alyssa Hess with Professor Olga Mesa

ResumeALYSSA KAY HESS

441 SANDWICH RD., EAST FALMOUTH, MA 02536 | (612) 791-5021 | alyssakayhess@hotmail.com | ISSUU.COM/ALYSSAKAYHESS

OBJECTIVE

I aspire to expand the ﬁeld of architecture and design in an inspiring and diverse team environment, by further developing my skills as a designer and mentor in all aspects of practice and cross trade communications.

Education

Roger Williams University | Bristol, RI

Cummings School of Architecture (Formerly - School of Art, Architecture and Historic Preservation)

Masters of Architecture

December 2020 3.5 GPA Bachelor of Science in Architecture May 2019 3.2 GPA Minors: Sustainability | History of Art and Architecture

Skills

Languages: Native English Speaker*, Fluent in German*, Proﬁcient in French

Technical: Model Making, Drafting, Rending, Cnc Routing, 3d Printing, Laser Cutting

Software: Drafting: Modeling: Rendering: Manufacturing: ArchiCad SketchUp Podium V-Carve CNC AutoCad Rhino V-Ray Ultimaker Cura 3D Printing Revit Revit Lumion PLS Laser Software ArchiCad Oculus medium

ADOBE Creative Suite Photoshop | Indesign | Illustrator | Acrobat

*Nationalities - Hold Both German and United States Citizenship

Relevant Experience

Hutker Architects | Falmouth, MA

October 2021 - Present

Architectural Designer I• Working alongside a Senior Project management team gaining experience and exposure on highly visible projects in the ﬁeld of luxury, custom residential architecture with project budgets ranging from 5 Million up to 25 Million Dollars. Preparing working drawings for new or modiﬁed structures with primary emphasis on private residences. Learning the intricacies of design, practice and structural requirements of wood frame construction. Actively participation in schematic design discussions and design review meetings with team members and clients. Assisting in developing project design criteria, project schedules and project administration duties. Communicating with contractors and consultants in open dialogue to further project schedules. Producing and updating CAD drawings including plans, elevations, sections and interior elevations in Hutker standards. Spearheading advanced Model Building in 3D softwares such as SketchUp - to develop inspiring 3D visuals in Podium, Enscape and Lumion rendering softwares. Advancing the Path to Licensure.

Botticelli & Pohl Architecture | Nantucket, MA

Architectural Designer I• Contributed and communicated virtually and in person with various project teams to facilitate project development. Standardized project drawings, models and layouts throughout ArchiCad. Coordinated and lead site visits, existing conditions assessments and related administrative duties. Composed Permits and Applications for Project completion and Historic District Commission approval.

Other Experience

Model Shop Monitor Graduate Assistant | Bristol, RI

Roger Williams University School of Art, Architecture and Historic Preservation

Supervision the use of laser cutting, 3d printing and CNC Equipment, Repairing laser cutting, 3d printing and CNC equipment, Assisting in Model shop related curriculum and material preparation

Vision 3 Architects | Providence, RI

February - October 2021

January - December 2020

Summer Architectural Intern • Collaborated with various project teams to facilitate project development, Standardized project drawings, models and layouts through AutoCad, Revit and Adobe Illustrator, Created Visuals for project proposals and client communication, participated in Site visits, Site surveying as well as inspecting and completing punch lists.

Awards

Summer 2019

Master Of Architecture Thesis Award | Roger Williams University 2021 Architecture Freshman Design Award | Roger Williams University 2016

01 Outer Shore

Residential Project for Hutker Architects, Designer 1 and project leaison. Cape Cod Family Home 2023 Completion

02 Designing Blue

Graduate Thesis Proposal located in Bamako, Mali focused on Re-Masterplanning UN Peacekeeping Compound Housing. 2020 ** Thesis Award Recipient**

03 A Place of Connectivity

Firm in Residence Hacin+Assoc. taught Studio, designing archaeological in situ lab/ housing Located in Montreal, CA. 2018

04 Ocean Conservation in the Urban Realm

Aquarium and Waterfront Masterplan redesign located in Trieste, Italy. 2019

El Chamizal Performing Arts Center

Re-Masterplanning the El Chamizal interstitial Boarder Zone of Mexico and the USA, creating connectivity through performing arts. 2018

Fabrication

Highlighting various projects in Digital Fabrication and Advanced Computer Application. 2019-2020

Outer Shore

Hutker Architects -

Project Data

2023

Location

Cape Cod - Unpublished

Client Residential

Site Area

Overview

2,500 SqFt.

Nestled in the Blluff of Cape Cod - this residential project re-imagines the family home in modern and minal elegance. Intended as a vacation home for a client from Boston and their family, this project maximises space and views of the surrounding sprawling cape cod nature in all aspects, leading with layouts of bedrooms to massing orientation. The lower level takes advantage of the steep tophography facing inland, and houses all Kids and Guest Bedrooms, while the East wing of the house on the first floor is reserved for the primary suite - with sprawling views to the ocean. Large Deck areas on the perimeter and roof plane, give ample outdoor circulation and connective space for entertaining and enjoying sunsets.