Sahar Boloorchi sboloorchi@yahoo.com 310-592-9900 AWARDS, AFFILIATIONS, AND NOTABLE ACTIVITIES -University of Southern California, Graduate School of Architecture Scholarship Award for ‘09-‘10 -AIA Associate -USGBC Associate -NCARB licensing in progress -Member of Iranian American Women Foundation -Books and Publication: Contributed in production of ‘Architectural Glass facades and enclosures’ by Mic Patterson and ‘Living Systems’ Volume 2 by Alex Robinson. -Research Scholar - research material for USC faculty Professor Gail Borden. -IES Lighting Competition 2011 -USC School of Architecture Renovation Competition 2006 SKILLS AND LANGUAGES Software and Others Over 9 years of experience with widely-used programs such as Auto-CAD, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, and Microsoft Office. Efficient and familiar with Hand Rendering and 3D programs such as SketchUp, Rhinoceros, Revit, 3D Studio Max, Digital project, Geomagic, Scripting – Processing, Rhinoceros, and tools such as Laser-cutting, and 3D-Printing (Plastic & Powder). Languages
OBJECTIVE Professional and skilled contributor to varied project types; all phases of project development from initial design to construction documents, offering diverse perspectives and innovative solutions for growth. As a driven, progressive architectural designer I’m seeking a full time position where I can utilize my expertise to enhance development of projects.
EDUCATION University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California Masters of Architecture [Fall2009 – Fall2011] Bachelors of Architecture [Summer2003 – Spring2007]
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Togawa Smith Martin, Inc. /AC Martin Los Angeles, CA Architectural Designer [June2012 – Present] Contributes to numerous large and medium scale projects in both design and production phases. Primarily involved with mixed use, residential midrise and highrise, hotels and campus housing projects in California and Hawaii. Collaborates with clients on the transformation of functional and spatial requirements into feasible design solutions. Coordinates with consultants to solve design, code, and standard issues. Contributes to conceptual design packages. Assists in development of construction drawings and details for plan check sets. Creates 3D models as tools for design and coordination with consultants; as presentation aids to clients and the city. Research for innovative, sustainable, yet affordable products and systems of design that support the firm philosophy. Entitled 3 design packages in under a year under the supervision of design principal. Managed 2 of the project packages from site planning and conceptual design through Design development phase. Coordinated with consultants, clients, and the city for timely and satisfactory quality assurance. Developed 2 schematic design sets and contributed to 3 RFP sets under the supervision of design director. Produced 3 Yield studies under the supervision of design director. Freelance Architectural Design & Consulting Los Angeles, CA -Project Manager, Designer [November2013 – January2014] Managed complete renovation of a 2000 sf private single family residence inclusive of interior design. -Designer, Clerk of the Works [March2012] Supervised and managed minor construction and remodeling of a 2000 sf private single family residence.
Languages Excellent reading, writing, and speaking skills in English and Farsi; limited French and Arabic.
PERSONAL STRENGTHS Motivated by innovation, process oriented, result driven, and performs well under pressure. Hard working, meticulous and detail oriented. Professional and reliable.
-Project Manager, Designer [May2007 – August 2007] Managed renovation of a 1000 sf private single family residence under constricted budget and time restrictions. American Export Lines Los Angeles, CA -Marketing Developer and Design Consultant [October 2008– June 2012] Provided marketing strategies and architectural services to enhance AEL's sales capabilities. Created logos, brochures, and business cards for the company as well as enhancing their website. Remodeled the exterior and interior of both company locations. Optimized use of interior space resulting in cost saving measures throughout two warehouse locations. VTBS Architects Santa Monica, CA Architectural Designer [October 2007 – August 2008] Engaged in several large scale residential, commercial, and mixed use projects all based in Los Angeles. Articulated and revised construction documents as well as schematic design drawings. Sourced materials and coordinated with manufacturers. Developed Color and material boards as well as physical models for in-house use as well as client presentations. Prepared presentation and marketing material for potential clients, competitions, and project publications and proposals. Westgroup Designs, Inc. Irvine, CA Architectural Intern [August 2003 – August 2004, May 2006 – August 2006] Primarily involved in commercial, educational and private, single family residential projects. Produced conceptual design and schematic design drawings of a 2,000 sf private barn as well as renovation of a 3,000 sf private residence in Orange County, CA. Generated and revised construction documents for GTE Middle School, City of Lynwood Annex remodel, and Hugo Boss South Coast Plaza renovation. JTD Architects Los Angeles, CA Architectural Intern [December 2005 – April 2006] Assisted the project architect throughout conceptual phase up to Construction Document phase on a 10,000 sf private single family residence in San Fernando, CA as well as renovation of a 10,000 sf hotel rooftop in Santa Monica, CA.
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