Daniel Arzaga

Daniel Arzaga

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CURRICULUM VITAE

ARCHITECTURE PROJECTS

Selected Works | VMWP

URBAN DESIGN PROJECTS

Selected Works | VMWP

PERSONAL DETAILS

ADDRESS

Alameda, CA 94501

CONTACT

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LI Daniel Arzaga IG @cabezadelsol W issuu.com/darzaganeri

SKILLS

COMPUTER

Revit, Rhino & Grasshopper, SketchUp & SketchUp Layout, Lumion, BlueBeam, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, Canva, Adobe: Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom, & Photoshop

CRAFT

Painting, Drawing, Sketching, Ceramics Model making

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

English | Native speaker

Spanish | Native speaker

French | Intermediate

EDUCATION

NCARB - AXP

Studying for licensure exams, AXP hours completed.

Master of Architecture Texas Tech University (TTU) Lubbock, TX

Major Concentration: Urban & Community Design Certificate

Texas Tech University (TTU) Lubbock, TX

Bachelor of Science in Architecture

Texas Tech University (TTU) Lubbock, TX

OBJECTIVE

I believe architects have a civic responsibility to learn from and support the public by working collaboratively with communities to celebrate cultural diversity and develop creative, inclusive solutions. I strive to engage in outreach and design processes that unify communities and promote equal opportunities for all.

EXPERIENCE

Van Meter Williams Pollack LLP. (VMWP) | Designer + Media Specialist | San Francisco, CA | 2021 - 2024

Designer:

- Produced Revit drawings, 3D models, and visualizations for affordable housing and urban design projects, supporting conceptual design through construction administration phases and client presentations.

- Produced detailed construction documents in Revit, coordinated drawing sets across disciplines, and ensured compliance with zoning and building codes.

- Collaborated with consultants, engineers, and municipalities to ensure compliance with zoning and building codes for project submittals.

- Assisted with redlines, markups, and drawing set coordination, supporting internal QA/QC reviews.

- Selected architectural fixtures, finishes, and materials that aligned with design intent, met code requirements, and supported both client goals and community needs.

- Contributed to sustainable design strategies through climate-responsive detailing, efficient building systems, and community-oriented design.

Media Specialist (approx. 8% of role):

- Designed and managed visual content and social media strategies to support firm’s marketing efforts.

- Developed administrative materials to enhance outreach, showcasing affordable housing projects and resilient communities.

AKS Architecture, P.C. | Intern | Las Cruces, NM | 2019

- Supported redevelopment of the New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, contributing to construction documentation with attention to accessibility and specialized details.

- Participated in client meetings to develop architectural solutions.

Texas Tech University | Graduate Assistant | Lubbock, TX | 2018 - 2019

- Assisted in teaching Construction and Environmental Systems courses, supporting students through instruction, tutoring, and mentorship while connecting technical knowledge to sustainable design practices.

BLNKA (Non-Profit Organization) | Multiple Positions

Research Assistant | Remote | 2020 - 2021

- Researched and visualized urban and demographic data to support community-driven cultural and economic initiatives, creating maps and materials for grants and future projects.

Director of Operations | Lubbock, TX | 2017 - 2019

- Led the strategic planning and execution of multidisciplinary public exhibitions, festivals, and performances in underutilized and abandoned urban spaces, aligning with BLNKA’s mission to revitalize downtown Lubbock through arts and community engagement.

- Directed large-scale events by coordinating artists, vendors, food trucks, and community organizations. Oversaw interdisciplinary teams and developed operational systems to support collaboration.

- Partnered with municipal agencies, including Parks & Recreation, Fire Marshals, Building Inspectors and property owners to secure temporary use permits and implement life safety measures.

- Managed stakeholder communications, fundraising, and sponsorships, exceeding event goals and fostering long-term community and institutional partnerships.

Curator | Lubbock, TX | 2016 - 2017

- Curated exhibitions and performances in underused urban spaces to reframe perceptions of downtown Lubbock through creative placemaking.

- Developed thematic programming in collaboration with artists, schools, small businesses, and nonprofits, building a platform for dialogue, civic pride, and cross-sector networking.

- Designed promotional materials and maintained BLNKA’s social media & online presence, expanding audience reach and increasing visibility for the arts in underserved areas.

LEADERSHIP & MEMBERSHIPS

In//Border - TTU HCoA El Paso + EPCC Alumni-led Mentorship Program Mentor | 2025 - Present Mentor architecture students in El Paso through In//Border, an alumni-led initiative supporting professional and academic growth via generational mentorship. Contribute to a community-driven platform rooted in the lived experiences of the U.S.–Mexico border region.

AIASF LiA (American Institute of Architects San Francisco Latinx in Architecture) Member | 2024 - Present

NOMA - National Organization of Minority Architects Member, Volunteer, and Graphic Designer | 2021 - Present Volunteer with Project Pipeline’s architecture summer camp, designing outreach and promotional materials and supporting youth exposure to STEAM and the architecture profession.