DANIEL LOPEZ
Atlanta Georgia
CELL: 408.823.0903
EMAIL: darlopezgar@unal.edu.co
LINKEDLN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-r-lopez-garzon-270157233/
SUMMARY
Experienced architectural designer with a comprehensive understanding of multi-scalar projects, spanning from multi-family to mixed-use developments, both locally and internationally. Specializes in sustainable design. Currently completing a Masters in Architecture at Georgia Institute of Technology, enrolled in an AIA-accredited program, and actively pursuing architecture licensure.
EDUCATION
Currently on Master program in Architecture (Graduation date: May 2025)
Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta-Georgia - U.S.A.
2021 M.S. in Habitat (Social Science and Architectural Research)
Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá-Colombia
2016 B.S. in Architecture
Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Medellin-Colombia
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Architect Asistant, Martin Riley Architects - Atlanta, Georgia (May 2023 - April 2024)
• Under the supervision of senior staff, developed construction documents, including complex building sections and life safety diagrams.
• Facilitated the coordination between design, stakeholders and consultants from design development to completion
• Developed 3D renderings and various architectural graphics to convey constructions details, facades and conceptual ideas to stakeholders.
• Managed and reviewed development proposals, conditional use permits, and re-zoning plans.Responsible for designing apartment floor plans based on client requirements, current market trends and building requirements.
Engineer Assitant/Project Designer, A&J Engineer consultants - Marietta, Georgia (Jan 2023 - May 2023)
• Prepared engineering drawings in REVIT for clients with a focus on low voltage system.
• Coordinated with developers and contractors throughout the life cycle of projects to ensure flawless execution and quick RFI turnaround.
• Manage the review of development proposals for architectural plans and worked along side senior engineers to develope construction plans meeting client needs.
Architect Designer, JUSTCONSTRUCTION, Atlanta, Georgia (Nov 2020 - December 2022)
• Visited job site to coordinate and supervise the schedule of the project (project management)
• Prepared architectural Drawings which included elevations, facades, cross sections, MEP, life safety plan utilizing AutoCad software .
• Support the documentation process for construction permits purposes at the respective planning city building.
• Prepared architectural designs and construction drawings for commercial projects which included: restaurants, gas stations, convenience stores, and residential projects.
CERTIFICATIONS
• Course 2023: REVIT- AUTODESK Software Certification BY Kennesaw State University
• Course 2018: Construction Project management: cost estimation, planning and control-National U. Colombia