With a Bachelor of Science Degree in Landscape Architecture complemented by an Associates Degree in Math and Science, I bring a unique blend of technical proficiency and creative insight to the field of landscape design. Throughout my academic journey, I have developed a deep passion for creating environments that seamlessly blend functionality with aesthetic appeal. My coursework has equipped me with a solid foundation in landscape planning, design principles, plant ecology, and sustainable practices. Coupled with my mathematical and scientific background, I possess a meticulous approach to problem-solving and a keen eye for detail. I am looking to apply my skills in a real-world setting and eager to contribute to the development of both public and private spaces that not only meet practical needs but also enrich communities aesthetically.
GRADUATION LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (2020 - 2024) Bachelors of Science in Landscape Architecture
Chaffey College
Associates in Math and Science
Rancho Cucamonga High School (2017 - 2020)
High School Diploma (2013 - 2017)
PARTICIPATION
EXPERIENCES
Spring 2023
Fall 2023
Washington, D.C.
Fall 2021 ‘Cultural Transect’ Japan
Denver, Colorado
WORK EXPERIENCES
Administrative Intern in Advance Planning | Mar 2024 - Current
City of Ontario
Landscape Architecture Teaching Assistant | Jan 2024 - May 2024
SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY
AutoCAD ProCreate Microsoft Office
Rhinoceros 3D Adobe InDesign
Lumion Adobe Photoshop
TwinMotion Adobe illustrator SketchUp
ANALOG SKILLS
Sketching
Model Making
Exhibitions and Installations
Photography
GIS Drone Flying
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Customer Service
Community Engagement
Attention to Details
Critical Thinking
Creativity
Communication
Time Management
Travel Associate | Jan 2023 - Mar 2024
FACULTY REFERENCES
Jamie Richardson
Senior Landscape Architect
Diane Ayala
Senior Planner
Elly Antuna
Associate Planner
Ray Senes
Professor
Keiji Uesugi
Professor
Kevin Finch
Professor
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona VividPics Photobooth Macy’s
Fragrance and Cosmetics Associate | Jan 2021 - Mar 2023
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Urban Revival
A Tactical Urbanism Studio | 2024
A Collaboration with Walt Disney Imagineering
Bobby Brooks Interdisciplinary Studio | 2023
HILLSIDE RETREAT
Re-imagining Cal Poly Pomona’s College of Hospitality | 2023
AutoCad + Construction
Visual Communication to Design and Site Engineering | 2023
Santiago S.T.E.A.M. Magnet Elementary School
Ecology and Design | 2022
Miscellaneous
Travel and Photography
contentsTable of
01Urban Revival
A Tactical Urbanism Studio | 2024
West Los Angeles is a culturally diverse area with a rich history dating back more than a century. It is home to the Sawtelle neighborhood and the Bundy Triangle, a listed historic resource and rare piece of open space in west LA. Today, the neighborhood is growing in population, with new mixed-use projects densifying the area. As landscape architects on the pursuit of developing a contemporary territorial landscape practice, we understand and believe that public open spaces should be ‘open’ and ‘accessible’. However, given the history surrounding many public spaces across Los Angeles, these assumptions are often tested.
This project aims to empower the community through innovative urban design to forge an inspiring nexus along Santa Monica Boulevard, seamlessly intertwining with the fabric of the neighborhood at strategic junctures. This project will not only cultivate safety, but also serve as a dynamic platform for enrichment, fostering connectivity, creativity, and inclusivity. This is a transformative public space that embodies both beauty and functionality, inviting all to engage, explore, and thrive.
Empower the community through innovative urban design to forge an inspiring nexus along Santa Monica Boulevard, seamlessly intertwining with the fabric of the neighborhood at strategic junctures.
Design Areas
W Ohio Ave. & Santa Monica Blvd.
S Westgate Ave. & Santa Monica Blvd.
Stoner Ave. & Santa Monica Blvd.
Future Courthouse/Civic Center Redevelopment
Sawtelle Neighborhood
Problem
Underutilized space
Concept
To create a transformative public space in West Los Angeles that promotes safety, connectivity, and inclusivity while empowering the community through innovative urban design that integrates seamlessly with the neighborhood’s fabric.
Style
Creating a harmonious and visually appealing space that balances simplicity with subtle pops of character.
Design Strategies
The Bundy Triangle
Concept Section Transportation Axon
Car Route
2-Way
Bike Route
Revamped Bus Stops
Spaces
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A Collaboration with Walt Disney Imagineering
The Smithsonian Institution is undertaking the development of the National Museum of the American Latino, a significant initiative dedicated to honoring the accomplishments, history, and culture of Latino communities across the United States. This ambitious project will comprise a comprehensive complex that includes a dedicated library and a series of ecological landscape programs designed to enhance the overall visitor experience. Play is an essential activity that promotes cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being in children. Through engaging in play, children not only explore the world around them but also gain insights into themselves, developing essential skills necessary for academic success, future careers, and meaningful relationships.
Play provides children with the opportunity to navigate their emotions, develop self-discipline, and learn to express themselves authentically. It acts as a vital form of communication, allowing children to convey their innermost thoughts and feelings. The deeper the engagement in play, the more profound the emotional insights revealed. This process is not only enriching but also healing, contributing significantly to the holistic development of the child.
outline the National Museum of the American Latino’s mission to honor Latino history and culture while emphasizing the importance of play in children’s development as a fundamental aspect of the museum’s educational approach.
Design Areas
Washington D.C. National Mall
User
Tourist, Children, Residents
Concept
Style
To create the National Museum of the American Latino as a multifaceted institution that not only celebrates Latino heritage but also prioritizes the role of play in fostering children’s holistic development and wellbeing. Inclusive, community-oriented approach that integrates cultural celebration with ecological sustainability and promotes play as a vital element.
Problem
No representation for latinx culture and areas that cater to children.
Design Strategies
Musical Play
Exhibitions
Learn and acknowledge the journey
North America Exhibition
South America Exhibition
Carribean Exhibition
Reflection Exhibit
Anthrophonic
Sounds produced by human activity
Cultural Symphony
Soaring Heights
Ritmo y Pasión Stage
Mixed-Use Area
Geophonic
Sounds produced by Earth’s natural processes
Splash and Play
Biophonic
Sounds produced by flora and fauna
Three Sisters Garden
Natives of Washington D.C.
Collaboration
A
with Walt Disney Imagineering | Bobby Brooks Interdisciplinary Studio
03The Hillside Retreat
Re-imagining Cal Poly Pomona’s College of Hospitality | 2023
What if, in addition to serving our human clients, we also considered the animals within our ecosystems as integral stakeholders? As landscape architects, our mission extends beyond creating spaces for people as we can also be committed to harmonizing the needs and health of plants, animals, and ecosystems.
In Nature’s Lap is an innovative exploration of a garden retreat designed to foster a deep connection between community members and their natural environment. This retreat invites visitors to immerse themselves in a sensory experience—enjoying the sights, sounds, and aromas of nature—while ensuring that the habitats of local insects and wildlife remain undisturbed.
The design features human-sized cocoon pods strategically placed throughout the garden, providing a comfortable and intimate space for individuals to relax and engage with nature. These pods serve as sanctuaries, allowing visitors to observe and appreciate the intricate dynamics of the ecosystem without causing disruption to the flora and fauna that inhabit the area.
A garden retreat that integrates human experience with ecological stewardship, promoting harmony between community members and local ecosystems through thoughtful design.
Design Areas
Cal Poly Pomona’s College of Hospitality
Harmonize human experience with ecosystem health, featuring intimate spaces for visitors to connect with nature while protecting local wildlife and habitats.
A harmonious, eco-centric approach that integrates human comfort with the preservation of natural ecosystems, fostering immersive, sensory experiences within a sustainable landscape. Faculty and Students
User Problem
Underutilized
Rosa californica
Eriogonum fasciculatum
Oenothera californica
Sambucus nigra
Rosa californica
Asclepias syriaca
Sisyrinchium angustifolium
Diplacus aurantiacus
The Hillside Retreat | Re-imagining Cal Poly Pomona’s College of
californica
Sphaeralcea ambigua
Scirpus cyperinus
Platanus racemosa
Quercus agrifolia
Aronia arbutifolia
Spotted Birds
Concept Section
The Hillside Retreat | Re-imagining Cal Poly Pomona’s College of Hospitality
04AutoCad + Construction Drawings
Visual Communication to Design and Site Engineering | 2023
A blend of technical expertise and creative vision in AutoCAD drawings, construction drawings, and Rhinoceros 3D renderings for a wooden deck project. This page is dedicated to delivering designs that harmonize aesthetics with practicality, transforming outdoor spaces into inviting retreats that enhance the overall experience of any environment.
My proficiency in AutoCAD enables me to develop precise 2D and detailed 3D drawings that serve as a foundational blueprint. These drawings encompass intricate details such as structural elements, material specifications, and precise measurements, ensuring accuracy and clarity in the construction phase.
AutoCad, Rhinoceros 3D, InDesign
Objective
Demonstrate the ability to translate ideas into detailed 2D and 3D drawings that serve as comprehensive blueprints for construction, emphasizing precision, clarity, and adherence to both aesthetic and practical considerations.
Concept
Embrace the essence of outdoor living meticulously designed to blend seamlessly into its surroundings, offering a sanctuary for relaxation and connection.
Design Areas Style
User
Residential Georgian Style House
A wooden deck crafted to blend seamlessly with nature, offering a perfect spot to unwind and entertain.
AutoCAD
Ecology and Design | 2022
05Santiago S.T.E.A.M. Magnet Elementary School
A rain garden is an innovative landscape feature consisting of strategically placed shrubs and plants— often native species—planted within a small depression typically ranging from 6 to 9 inches deep. Designed to temporarily hold and absorb stormwater runoff, rain gardens effectively capture water flowing from roofs, driveways, patios, and lawns.
The proposed rain garden for the campus will play a crucial role in managing stormwater runoff, particularly from the highest elevation, preventing excess water from reaching the classrooms. While the school has implemented temporary measures, such as strategically placed sandbags, the rain garden presents a more sustainable and visually appealing solution. This installation will eliminate the reliance on sandbags while serving as a natural filtration system to remove pollutants from runoff.
Beyond its functional benefits, the rain garden will create a biodiverse habitat that supports local pollinators, including hummingbirds and butterflies. This intentional integration not only enhances the ecological richness of the campus but also aligns with educational goals, providing students with unique opportunities to engage with and appreciate local wildlife within their learning environment. Ultimately, the rain garden embodies a commitment to sustainability while enriching the educational experience for the entire school community.
AutoCad, ProCreate, Photoshop, InDesign
Objective
Outline the benefits and purpose of a rain garden on campus, emphasizing its role in managing stormwater runoff, enhancing biodiversity, and supporting educational goals in a sustainable manner.
Design Areas
East side of Santiago S.T.E.A.M. Magnet Elementary School.
Santiago S.T.E.A.M. Magnet Elementary School.
Drainage and Flooding
Concept
To explain the design, purpose, and benefits of a rain garden as a sustainable solution for managing stormwater runoff while enhancing biodiversity and educational opportunities on campus.
Informative and persuasive, highlighting the practical, ecological, and educational benefits.
Code
PAR MIC
CAR AME
LAG CER BUX SEM
SAL SPA
Botanical / Common Name
Palo Verde / Parkinsonia microphylla
American Hornbeam / Carpinus caroliniana
Crepe Myrtle / Lagerostroemia indica
CEP OC2
Boxwood / Buxus sempervirens
Monkey Flower / Diplacus aurantiacus
Hummingbird Sage / Salvia spathacea
California Goldenrod / Solidago velutina californica
California Milkweed / Asclepias californica
California Button Bush / Cephalanthus occidentalis
California Fuchsia / Epilobium canum
Rose Mallow / Hibiscus moschuetos
Common Rush / Juncus patens
Dense Sedge / Carex densa
Monkey Flower Diplacus aurantiacus
Button Bush Cephalanthus occidentalis
Crepe Myrtle Lagerostroemia indica
Dense Sedge Carex densa
California Goldenrod Solidago californica
California Fuchsia Epilobium canum
Rose Mallow Hibiscus moschuetos
Boxwood Buxus sempervirens
California Milkweed Asclepias californica
Hummingbird Sage Salvia spathacea
Common Rush Juncus bufonius
Palo Verde Parkinsonia microphylla
American Hornbeam Carpinus caroliniana
Water Usage Diagram
Water Efficient Landscape Chart for Non-Residential Project
Estimated Total Water Use (ETWU): ETWU calculation: (ETo) (.62) (ETAF) (LA)
Planting
Reference ETo for the area
MAWA calculation: (ETo) (.62) [(ETAFxLA) + ((1-ETAF) x SLA)]
ETAF Calculation: Regular Landscape Areas All Landscape Areas
Total ETAF x Area Total ETAF x Area Total Area
Estimated Total Water Use in gallons per year, ETWU Total
Max. Annual Water Allowance in gallons per year, MAWA Total
- ETWU Acre Feet
Water Use Diagram
Hydrozone Diagram
06Miscellaneous
Travel and Photography
I discovered the profound impact photography wields in the field of Landscape Architecture as it can be used as a tool for precise site mapping, site analysis, and graphic communication. Behind the lens, I embrace the art of storytelling, skillfully crafting narratives that transcend the boundaries of time and space. Each photograph becomes a testament to the beauty and unique character of every landscape, capturing its essence in a way that words alone cannot convey.
Beyond a passion or a hobby, photography has become an integral part of my professional identity, guiding the trajectory of my career. It serves not only as a creative outlet but also as a strategic instrument through which I explore and articulate my vision for environmental design and spatial planning. Photography is not just about capturing moments, but about shaping perspectives and inspiring meaningful change in the built environment.
