Thomas Brame|Portfolio
THOMAS BRAME University of Georgia Bachelor of Landscape Architecture 443-223-5280 thbrame@gmail.com
Inspirational photos: forest path, orchard, stone walls, apple trees, raised beds
WOODLAND
EDIBLE SCHOOLYARD
VEGETABLE GARDEN
D FOREST
ORCHARD DATE: 5/10 - BUILT PHASE 1, 5/11 TO PRESENT - UNDERGOING CONSTRUCTION For this design for a local elementary school, I researched native species that were drought tolerant and vibrant in color. I also drafted a pollinator area for bees, butterflies and caterpillars to compliment teachers’ curriculum studies and programmed an outdoor classroom with raised beds for seeds.
DATE: 6/11 - SOLD AND CONSTRUCTED An Atlanta church approached my former employer PEC for a courtyard design. I collaborated with another landscape architect on the design and estimated the planting plan. I illustrated and presented the final design which won approval from the client and sold.
MEMORIAL COURTYARD
DATE: 5/12 TO PRESENT - UNDERGOING CONSTRUCTION For a freelance job for my former employer PEC, I made a model and 3D flythrough animation for a proposed mixed use development. I interpreted the site to be a bustling outdoor mall with ample sidewalks, a plaza and shaded seating areas.
RIVERVIEW MALL
MOUNTAIN ESCAPE POOLHOUSE
DATE: 1/13 TO PRESENT - SOLD AND CONSTRUCTED A client came to my previous employer The Grow Co for an outdoor hardscape and pool house design to complement an existing pool. I consulted with another landscape architect on the design and generated the final illustrations. It won the client’s approval and has been built.
Inspirational photos: stone paths, bamboo fence, hydrangea and grasses, wood deck, outdoor kitchen
DATE: 12/13 TO PRESENT - SOLD AND BUILT PHASE I Two clients approached my current firm Walnut Hill for a design to complement their bayfront home. I designed the plan with a subdued and sophisticated color palette of purples, whites and greens for their modern house. The plants include shasta daisies, russian sage, black bamboo, japanese anemone, and white hydrangeas.
CHESAPEAKE MODERN
8/10 - 5/11 apply for grants
Student volunteers Peas grown for school garden
Planting raised beds $1200
River sojourn with RCS
great turnout
Volunteers cleaning site
Teachers and students at the garden
I launched a school garden on 5/10 along with Professor Brad Davis, teacher Kay Parrish, and the Keep Athens Clarke County Beautiful board. I spent over 100 hours in designing and building the garden. I volunteered from 5/10 - 5/12. I joined the Rivanna Conservation Society board on 2/13. As a board member, I guided a kayaking trip down the Rivanna river that raised money for the RCS and consulted with the RCS about monitoring bacteria levels in streams, creek restorations, and community engagement. I joined the Neighborhood Development Center and UME Community Garden team to build a school garden on 2/14. I currently collaborate with three other members and outside contacts to design and build a garden in College Park, Maryland.
COMMU N I T Y IN VO LVEME N T
5/11-present, an additional
+66 13 $1500 shrubs trees
grant money
SCHOOL GARDEN TIMELINE
Charette for College Park garden
Statement of Qualifications
Self starter, action oriented individual capable of individual decision making and sound judgement. Able to work well with wide variety of personalities. Eager to learn and tenacious in all endeavors.
Experience
Walnut Hill Landscape Company | Annapolis, Maryland Landscape Designer 5/13 to Present Manage a variety of projects from start to completion Responsible for sales and collaboration with clients, architects and contractors | Aid in estimations and pricing Responsible for monthly advertising | Aid in website maintenence The Grow Co Charlottesville, Virginia Landscape Designer 6/12 - 5/13 Designed and created client proposals | Responsible for supervising crew and managing greenhouse | Operated heavy machinery
Education
University of Georgia Bachelor of Landscape Architecture Kyoto University of Art and Design Study abroad student
Continuing Education
Mike Lin BeLoose Graphic Workshop Participant McRaven Restorations Apprentice
Athens, Georgia Kyoto, Japan
Las Vegas, NV 1/13 Charlottesville, VA 7/12 - 11/12
Planners and Engineers Collaborative | Atlanta, Georgia Landscape Design Intern 5/11 - 8/11 Designed 3D models for client proposals | Responsibilities included preparing permit packages for zoning and planning boards | AutoCAD
RESUME