ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO
SELECTED WORKS 21-25
JESUS VALENTIN VILLAFANA
Jesus Villafana Education Experience
My passion for architecture has deepened through my current role as a designer, where I bring spaces to life and collaborate on material and layout choices; this experience has inspired me to expand my horizons into architectural building plans, particularly in commercial projects, to create impactful environments on a larger scale.
Bachelors of Architecture
University of Houston
Expected graduation date May 2026
Senior Designer Floor & Decor
As a Senior Designer at Floor & Decor, I lead high-level design consultations while mentoring a team of junior designers and entry-level consultants. I provide strategic guidance, ensure design consistency, and elevate client experiences through expert material curation, space planning, and solution-driven collaboration that drives both sales and team development.
Contact
Phone
936-294-6664
Jesusvalentinvillafana@gmail.com
http://linkedin.com/in/jesus-villafana-397b81226
Awards
Prospectus 22/23
University of Houston
Featured in Prospectus 22/23, University of Houston architecture publication.
Skills
Rhino 3D
AutoCad
Revit
Adobe Programs
Rhino Render
Construction Detailing
Model Making
Collaboration
Problem Solving
Communication
Designer
Floor & Decor
As a Designer at Floor & Decor, I deliver tailored design solutions by guiding clients through material selection, layout planning, and stylistic visioning. In addition to driving customer satisfaction and sales, I serve as a design resource and mentor to newer team members, fostering collaboration and maintaining a high standard of visual excellence across the showroom.
Drafter
Bravo’s Lightning Construction
As an entry-level drafter at a small construction company, I create and revise technical drawings using CAD software, working directly with the owner and crew to support project planning, layout accuracy, and on-site construction needs.
Table of Contents
PlastiHabitat
La Pulqueria Hercules collaboration with Taller GOMA
Pueblo Dulce
Technical Details
01 La Pulqueria Hercules
La Pulquería is a project we worked on in collaboration with Taller GOMA. The goal was to create a simple, welcoming space where families and the community could come together. It’s located near a football field and Fábrica Hércules, and it’s more than just a place for drinks it’s a space that brings people together through culture, sports, and tradition. The ground level is open and inviting, meant for connection and gathering, while the mezzanine and rooftop garden with native plants from the area offer a more private, familiar space to relax. From the top, visitors can enjoy views of the soccer field and the city of Querétaro. The design is minimal and rooted in Mexican architecture, and it also connects to a nearby aqueduct that will serve as a future pedestrian walkway for the community.
Longitudinal Section Cut
aloe vera asphoedelaceae shallow roots (30-60cm)
pirul anacardiaceae moderate (1-2m)
nopal cactaceae shallow roots (30-60cm)
jacaranda mimosifolia deep roots (10-20m)
Mesquite prosopis juliflora deep roots (10-20m)
agave tequilana shallow roots (30-60cm)
lengua de suegra Sansevieria shallow roots (30-60cm)
Bugambilia glabra deep roots (10-20m)
02 Pueblo Dulce
Pueblo dulce is a thoughtfully designed residential housing complex located on the edge of a bustling university campus. The building serves as both a home and a hub for individuals passionate about bread-making, catering to students and low-income residents in the surrounding community. Its primary goal is to provide affordable, high-quality baked goods while fostering a vibrant and supportive environment for its residents.
Pueblo dulce not only provides affordable housing but also equips its residents with practical skills in bread-making, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. By producing and selling low-cost snacks, it addresses a critical need for accessible food options, making it a vital part of the university and its surrounding community.
03 PlastiHabitat
PlastiHabitat is a unique structure located on the Texas City Dike that helps protect the environment and local wildlife. It focuses on reusing feral plastic waste that’s been littered or washed up on shore to build safe shelters for raccoons and other animals, as well as spaces that encourage native vegetation to grow.
The building is designed with sustainability in mind, using solar panels and a rainwater collection system. Inside, visitors can explore hands-on exhibits and workshops that teach about recycling, ocean pollution, and wildlife conservation. There’s also a viewing area where people can see the raccoon habitats up close and learn how recycled materials were used to create them.
PlastiHabitat isn’t just a recycling facility it’s a space for the community to come together, learn, and take action toward a cleaner, safer Texas coast. The project was also featured in Prospectus 22/23, a publication by the University of Houston.
04 Construction Details
The following construction details were developed as part of ARCH 4321: Construction Detailing, a course focused on technical drawing and construction systems. They also reflect work completed in ARCH 4510: Integrative Studio, where I applied these skills in a comprehensive design project that combined architecture, structure, and building systems. These drawings demonstrate my focus on precision, material understanding, and constructibility.
