ALEJANDRO MARTINEZ
ALEJANDRO MARTINEZ andromo@gmail.com
778-8282620
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75 West, 1st Av., Vancouver, B.C. V5Y 0E1
Alejandro has steadily built his career towards becoming one of today’s most intriguing designers. Born in El Salvador and now residing in Vancouver, Alejandro has hit the eyes of many diverse professionals and clients. Charged with passion and detailed eye towards Architecture, his design are a reflection and blend of his great taste, world travels and experience as a professional in Central America and Canada. As a professional, Alejandro has 12+ years of combined experience in Architecture and construction. He’s had the opportunity to lead and be part of teams creating multifamily projects, high end custom homes, commercial use, hospitality, and mixed-use developments. He is a multidiciplinary professional exceeding in both Architecture and Interior Design, developing outstanding ideas and design concepts. He is also an exceptional graphic designer being able to create marketing strategies and unique campigns for the projects he is part of. This all comes with vision and marketing knowledge. He is fully bilingual in english and spanish able to cross boundaries with his work and talents. Alejandro believes architecture can influence human actions and social behaviour. His main goal as a professional is to create enviromentally friendly buildings so both architecture and nature can work in harmony with each other.
SKILLS
OTHER SKILLS
• 12+ years experience in architecture and construction for multi family, commercial, office and high end custom home developments. • 12+ years experience in interior design for single and multi family residential projects, commerical and office projects. • Outstanding design abilities, exceptional use of BIM tools to develop ideas and concepts • Exceptional in Revit • Excellent in AutoCAD • Advanced user of Vectorworks • City Permiting knowledge and mangement (Enquiry, RZ, DP, BP, Amendments, Alternate Solutions) • Precise elaboration of construction documentation. • Knowledge of BCBC and VBBL • Advanced knowledge of concrete, steel, wood frame (CLT, NLT, Engineered wood & stick Frame), and mixed use construction. • Advanced use of Adobe Suite, MS Office and Ms Project • Advanced computer knowledge Mac OS and Windows • Advanced knowledge of Sustainable design (LEED, Passive House and ASHRAE) • Skilled Graphic Designer and marketing strategist • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Strong presentation skills, superb organization, and positive personality. Great at team management, consultant coordination and trades supervision. Ability to work independently, fast paced and on multiple projects. Natural leader, ambitious and self motivated. Excellent time management, accurancy and quality control. Strong oral and written communication Wide knowledge of materials, local suppliers, furniture systems and illumination. Bilingual: native proficiency in English and Spanish Music Producer and Composer Video Director and Editor Advanced Photographer Record Label Curator and music entrepreneur Trend setter and fashionista
EDUCATION
University Dr. José Matías Delgado (http://goo.gl/1ZVKIm) School of Architecture San Salvador, El Salvador Degree: Architect + Interior Design Minor 2000 - 2007 Revit Architecture Certification, 2014 Sketchup 3D modeling and rendering workshops, 2004 Auto CAD Certification, 2001-2002 American School of El Salvador San Salvador, El Salvador U.S. High School Diploma Degree Arts & Science 1986 - 2000
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• 1st price interior design competition: Country Club Cuscatlan restaurant and bar. 2013 • 1st price interior design competition: Telekenex call center. 2010 • 1st price interior design competition: Koffee Mix lounge 2007. • Presidentail Young Talent Award 2007 • 1st price conceptual design competition: Theater Dr. Jose Matias Delgado University, 2007 • 2nd price architectural design competition: Sustainable Beach bungalo, 2005
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EXPERIENCE
GBL ARCHITECTS
PROJECT ARCHITECT
Vancouver, Canada March 2019 - Present
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SHA ARCHITECTS
PROJECT MANAGER/INTERIOR DESIGNER
Vancouver, Canada March 2018 - March 2019
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VE DESIGN GROUP
INTERIOR DESIGNER
Vancouver, Canada May 2017 - Jan 2018
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MONO
PROJECT ARCHITECT, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER
Design + Architecture
San Salvador, El Salvador February 2007 - August 2015
BENAVIDES
Architecture Studio
San Salvador, El Salvador March 2003 - January 2007
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8880 Cook Rd., Richmond - Design, RZ for Market and Rental Development- CLT & Mixed Construction 255 W49th Ave, Vancouver - Design, Mixed Use: Residential, Townhomes and Commercial - Wood and Concrete - New Green Building Policy 7000 Lougheed Highay, Burnaby - Master Plan Design and Feasability Study - Mixed Use: Multi-Family residential, institutional, Commercial, Office 1717 Lorne St, Vancouver - DP and BP Application Drawings - Mixed Use: Industrial, Office, Commercial and Residential.- Steel and Concrete - LEED Gold 6444 Willingdon Ave. Burnaby - High Rise Market Rental Multi Family - Design, SPOD, BP Application Drawings - Townhomes and Tower. Concrete and Steel Frame 6859 Cambie St Vancouver- Multi Family Building - Design, RZ, DP, BP, IFT, IFC - Residential. Concrete and Steel Frame - LEED Gold 7638 Cambie St. Vancouver - Multi Family Building - BP, IFC - Residential. - Concrete and Steel Frame - LEED Gold Kingsway and Earls, Vancouver - Design, Rz & Dp Drawings. Concrete and Steel Frame. Mixed Use: Multi-Family, Commercial Fenton St, New Westminster - Feasability and Design for First Nation Housing. - CLT and Wood Frame construction - Passive House
4750 Granville St. - Feasability and Design, RZ - Multi Family 4868 Belmont Ave. Vancouver - TI Design, Interior Design, BP and IFC - Steel Frame and concrete 688 Abbot St. Vancouver - TI Interior Design Penthouse, BP and IFC - Steel Frame and wood 3282 W 34th Vancouver - Single Family Design, DP and BP Documentation - Wood Frame
5887 2410 4200 4120 6841
Dickens, Burnaby - Interior Design Concept, Construction Drawings, Spec and Material selection 26th Ave. Langley - Interior Design Concept, Construction Drawings, Spec and Material selection River Road, Richmond - Single Family Design and interior design. Construction drawing and project coordination River Road, Richmond - Single Family Design and interior design. Construction drawing and project coordination Marguerite St., Vancouver - Interior Design Concept, Construction Drawings, Spec and Material selection
Country club Cuscatlan restaurant/bar interior design, project supervision, ES. 2014 Bus Terminal architectural design, ES. 2013 Eco-friendly boutique hotel architectural design and interior design, ES. 2012 El Pedregal apartment interior design, project supervision. ES. 2011 Cushe Footwear in mall retail kiosk architectural design, ES. 2011 Bloch office interior design, project supervision. ES. 2010 Los Alambiques mexican restaurant/bar interior design, ES. 2009 Tumbao cuban restaurant/bar interior design, project supervision., ES. 2009 Los Cibeles tapas and wine restaurant interior design, ES. 2009 Amor Tours office interior design. 2009 D’embossa Nightclub interior design, GT. 2008
INTERIOR DESIGNER, ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST, PROJECT ASSISTANT • • • • •
Herrera Residence - high-end home, interior design and contract administration, ES. 2007 Stecklein Residence - high-end architectural design, interior design and contract administration, ES. 2006 Criado Residence - high-end architectural design and supervision, ES. 2005 Alvarez Farm House, - architectural design, documentation and assistance, NIC. 2005 El Salvador Congress lobby drawings and documentation, interior decoration, ES. 2004
MIXED USE
4 PROJECT: ARCHETYPE, 1717 LORNE ST. EAST 1ST. DESCRIPTION: COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL, OFFICE AND RESIDENTIAL GBL ARCHITECTS 2019-PRESENT
RESPONSIBILITIES: PRODUCE DP AND BP APPLICATION, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND CONSULTANT COORDINATION BIM MODEL, REVIT 2019 PARTICIPATED IN OVERALL DESIGN, COMMON AREAS, RESIDENTIAL UNITS DESIGN AND COORDINATION, PARKADE & SERVICES, GROUND FLOOR DESIGN RENDERING AND MARKETING COORDINATION
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MIXED USE
6 PROJECT: THE FRAME, KINGSWAY & EARLS, VANCOUVER, BC. DESCRIPTION: COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL GBL ARCHITECTS 2019-PRESENT
RESPONSIBILITIES: PRODUCE RZ & UDP DESIGN BOOKLET, DP APPLICATION BIM MODEL, SKETCHUP MODEL, CAD & REVIT 2019 PARTICIPATED IN OVERALL DESIGN, COMMON AREAS, RESIDENTIAL UNITS, PARKADE, GROUND FLOOR RENDERING AND MARKETING COORDINATION
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HIGH RISE
8 PROJECT: 6468 & 6420 WILLINGDON AVE, BURNABY, BC DESCRIPTION: 44 STOREY MARKET RENTAL RESIDENTIAL BUILDING AND TOWNHOMES GBL ARCHITECTS 2020-PRESENT
RESPONSIBILITIES: PRODUCED SPOD, BP APPLICATION, IFT AND IFC BIM MODEL, REVIT 2019 PARTICIPATION: TOWNHOME DESIGN, TOWER COMMON AREAS DESIGN, PARKADE AND GROUND LEVEL DESIGN, STRUCTURAL COORDINATION, MECHANICAL COORDINATION, RENDERING AND MARKETING COORDINATION
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MIXED USE
12 PROJECT: 255 W49TH AVE, VANCOUVER, BC. RZ, DP AND BP APPLICATION COMMERCIAL, AND RESIDENTIAL GBL ARCHITECTS 2021-PRESENT
RESPONSIBILITIES: DESIGNED, MANAGED AND PRODUCED RZ, DP, BP APPLICATION BIM MODEL, REVIT 2019 PARTICIPATION: UNIT DESIGN, TOWNHOME DESIGN, COMMON AREAS DESIGN, GROUND LEVEL DESIGN, STRUCTURAL COORDINATION, MECHANICAL COORDINATION, RENDERING AND MARKETING COORDINATION
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MULTI FAMILY
14 PROJECT: 6859 CAMBIE ST. RZ, DP, BP, IFC DOCUMENTATION RESIDENTIAL GBL ARCHITECTS 2019-PRESENT
RESPONSIBILITIES: DESIGNED, MANAGED AND PRODUCED RZ, DP, BP, IFT, IFC DRAWINGS AND APPLICATION BIM MODEL, REVIT 2019 PARTICIPATION: BUILDING UNIT TOWNHOME Befitting its established locationDESIGN, on the west side,DESIGN, Park Langara is a timeless design that feels both immediate and contemporary as well as enduring and classic. Constructed in concrete, DESIGN, COMMON AREAS DESIGN, GROUND LEVEL DESIGN, it conveys a solidity that is both material and felt. STRUCTURAL COORDINATION, MECHANICAL COORDINATION, RENDERING AND MARKETING COORDINATION, LEED GOLD
A Cambie Classic
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A Duplex for Your Growing Family Four concrete duplex style townhomes at park langara offer an exclusive living opportunity for growing families, individuals or couples who appreciate the convenient appeal of a walk up entry.
Timeless West Side Clad in brick, the exterior of Park Langara exudes a quiet confidence and sense of permanence – as if it had always been there. The entryway has been carefully considered to be warm and inviting, but slightly tucked away – a quiet presence on the street that beckons homeowners to their timeless west side homes.
MULTI FAMILY
16 PROJECT: 7638 CAMBIE ST., VANCOUVER, BC DP AND BP APPLICATION RESIDENTIAL BUILDDING GBL ARCHITECTS 2019-2022
RESPONSIBILITIES: MANAGED AND PRODUCED DP, BP, IFC DRAWINGS BIM MODEL, REVIT 2019 PARTICIPATION: EXTERIOR DESIGN COLLABORATION, UNIT DESIGN COLLABORATION, COMMON AREAS DESIGN, CONSULTANT COORDINATION, MECHANICAL COORDINATION, STRUCTURAL COORDINATION, MARKETING COORDINATION, LEED GOLD
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INTERIOR DESIGN
18 PROJECT: MULTIPLE CONCEPT, SPEC AND DESIGN FOR MULTI FAMILY RESIDENTIAL GBL ARCHITECTS 2019-PRESENT
- new cad/drawings needed for change in drawer bank elevation change
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A Chef ’s Kitchen Kitchens are refined, visually stunning to look at, but also beautifully designed to use. Cabinets are flat-panel European design, and appliances are by Bosch and Blomberg. Countertops are crafted from a luxurious white quartz with a Blanco Anthracite Silgranit black sink. Together they provide both a focal point to the kitchen and a pleasant place to prep a meal.
A Spa Bath The seamless flow of marble-inspired porcelain tile to luxurious quartz countertops creates a premium spa-like feeling designed to nurture rest and relaxation. Gerber faucets and fixtures accentuate the space with clean design and pleasing functionality. Flat panel cabinetry and a frameless shower surround keep the space feeling tidy, minimalist and satisfying to spend time in.
Expansive Outdoor Space with Park Views Outdoor space completes the feeling of luxury in penthouse homes. The main living areas are extended by expansive sliding doors out to a balcony that offers park, city and mountain views.
MULTIFAMILY
20 PROJECT: 4750 GRANVILLE ST. VANCOUVER BC, CANADA 2018 RE ZONE APPLICATION DESIGN AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SHA
RESPONSIBILITIES: DESIGNED, MANAGED AND PRODUCED RZ APPLICATION BIM MODEL, VECTORWORKS 2018 PARTICIPATION: BUILDING DESIGN, UNIT DESIGN, STRUCTURAL COORDINATION, RENDERING AND MARKETING COORDINATION,
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CUSTOM HOME INTERIOR VIEW - GREAT ROOM
PROJECT: 4200, RIVER ROAD, RICHMOND, BC, CANADA 2016 ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN VICTOR ERIC DESIGN GROUP
RESPONSIBILITIES: DESIGNED, MANAGED AND PRODUCED BP APPLICATION BIM MODEL, REVIT 2016 PARTICIPATION: BUILDING DESIGN, INTERIOR DESIGN, STRUCTURAL COORDINATION, RENDERING COORDINATION,
INTERIOR VIEW - STAIRCASE, SKY LIGHT
INTERIOR VIEW - DINING/KITCHEN
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MAIN FLOOR PLAN 4586 SQ.FT SINGLE FAMILY CUSTOM HOME 2 STORY HOUSE 3 BEDROOM 6 BATH MAIN KITCHEN WOK KITCHEN REC ROOM/BAR GYM THEATRE ROOM LAUNDRY AND MUD ROOM 2 CAR PORT GARAGE POOL
UPPER FLOOR PLAN
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CUSTOM HOME
INTERIOR VIEW - KITCHEN
PROJECT: 4120 RIVER ROAD, RICHMOND, BC, CANADA 2016 INTERIOR DESIGN
Interior Design and concept, construction drawings produced at VictorEric Design Group 2016. Used Revit to produce 3D model and drawings for permits and construction package. Material selection, lighting design, Millwork and furniture system design.
WEST ELEVATION - MAIN KITCHEN
EAST ELEVATION - MAIN KITCHEN II
CUSTOM HOME
25 PROJECT: 5887 DICKENS PLACE, BURNABY BC, CANADA 2017 EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR DESIGN
RESPONSIBILITIES: DESIGNED, MANAGED AND PRODUCED CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS BIM MODEL, REVIT 2017 PARTICIPATION: HOUSE CONCEPT AND DESIGN, INTERIOR CONCEPT AND DESIGN, STRUCTURAL COORDINATION, 3D COORDINATION,
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UNIVERSITY THEATRE
Project: Theatre design competition University Dr. Jose Matias Delgado San Salvador, ES. 2007
1st PRIZE: DESIGN COMPETITION
The inspiration for the conceptual design comes from a pacific ocean seashell. The organic shape allows continuous air flow and movement around the building. The
inside accessibility includes ramps and special sitting for disabled visitors. Its radial form allows direct visual access to the stage from every seat. DESIGN PROCESS HAND SKETCHES
No. of Seats: 250 Area: 784.52 m2
FLOOR PLAN
TOP VIEW
AERIAL PERSPECTIVE
SOUTH PERSPECTIVE
SOUTH WEST ELEVATION
WEST ELEVATION
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CROSS SECTION
CEILING DESIGN AREAS / ZONIFICATION STORAGE
SEATS
HALLWAY
DRESSING ROOM
WASHROOM
TICKETS
LOBBY
STAGE
Stepped ceiling allows for better acoustics and audio difusion. Also, it allows light fixtures to be hidden, using indirect lighting to create a more relaxed ambient. The stage lighting hangs from truces to be positioned and directed.
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CONCEPTUAL DESIGN HIGH RISE Project: Conceptual design for high rise buildings in downtown San Salvador. Design: Alejandro Martinez Location: San Salvador, ES. 2007
The project’s focus is to provide new green areas for downtown San Salvador. The ground floor is completely open for social and cultural activities. A Modern Art Gallery will be placed next to the main avenue for easy access to all bus routes. The idea of placing the art gallery underground was to leave as much green area as possible on the ground floor. The gallery has a traslucent roof made out of glass and aluminum frame to permit day light thru. The green areas in the project ground floor merge to the public
exterior park to its west side. The commercial spaces are located in the lower levels. The residential and hospitality spaces are placed on the higher levels. Each floor has its surrounding terrace that allows for anyone to enjoy the weather. The three main towers are used for elevators and emergency stairs. The result of combining activities, adding more green areas, and having an art gallery in site makes the proposal attractive to investors and future users.
EXISTING GREEN AREA IN DOWNTOWN
TOP VIEW
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SOUTHWEST ELEVATION
GROUND LEVEL
GREEN AREA PROPOSAL
VIEW OF PLAZA AND TERRACE
VIEW FROM BELOW
SOUTH ELEVATION
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CONCEPTUAL DESIGN BUNGALO Project: Conceptual design BEACH BUNGALO Design: Alejandro Martinez Location: San Salvador, ES. 2007
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FURNITURE
HANDLE MADE FROM A FALLEN TREE BRANCH.
SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW
Project: Furniture Design and Carpentry Business Design & Project Management: Alejandro Martinez & Francisco Martinez Location: San Salvador, ES. 2007-2016
As an Interior Designer, I’ve explored with furniture design. This lead me to create a collection from reclaimed wood and worked on other people’s design to decorate their homes and offices.
FRONT VIEW
SQ LOVE SEAT
SIDE VIEW
SQ SIDE TABLE
SQ SIDE TABLE 2
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PHOTOGRAPHY TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY
MACHU PICHU, PERU
HABANA, CUBA
FLORENCE, ITALY
PARIS, FRANCE
LAKE TITICACA, PERU
BERLIN, GERMANY
LONDON, ENGLAND
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