Jeffrey Brian Jakucyk

2200 Madison Rd, Apt. 34
Cincinnati, OH  45208-2653
513-376-3909
jeffrey@jjakucyk.com
http://www.jjakucyk.com

Education
University of Cincinnati - Cincinnati, OH                      
Master of Architecture 2003
Certificate in Historic Preservation 2003
Bachelor of Science in Architecture 2001

Experience
Architecture
20 years experience at architecture firms of varying sizes. Focused on custom residential design, additions, remodeling, historic preservation, cabinetry design and detailing, interior finishes, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Carried many projects through all phases of design and construction, both collaboratively with large and small teams, or mostly unassisted. Made significant contributions to the design and construction of dozens more homes, additions, and commercial/civic buildings, ranging from single rooms to large estates. Has broad experience with innovative building system designs including Lutron lighting and home automation, high-tech HVAC systems, solar panel installations, and creative thermal envelope strategies. Is dedicated to thoroughness and attention to detail in all aspects of project execution, from as-built documentation to construction to final punch-list and photography.  

Information Technology
20 years experience in macOS information technology. Managed 20 workstations, two servers, OpenDirectory, workgroup administration, calendar sharing, website maintenance, tape backups, end-user support, large format black & white plotting, and color printing.

10 years experience in Windows information technology. Managed 30 workstations, Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, OneDrive/SharePoint, license/subscription management, CrashPlan, end-user support, large format black & white plotting, and color printing.

Experienced with AutoCAD, PowerCADD, Sketchup, Photoshop, QGIS, Capture One Pro, Affinity Photo, Microsoft Office.


Photography
20 years experience with digital architectural and sports photography. Primarily focuses on action photography at Cincinnati area bicycle races. Photographs architectural interiors and exteriors for office portfolio use and publication on the internet and in books and magazines.

Urban Mass Transit Research
20 years ongoing research into Cincinnati's transit history. An early focus on streetcar and electric interurban railway systems expanded to local steam railroads, canals, inclines, and the abandoned subway. Photos document extant remains and a map of the Cincinnati metro area shows existing and abandoned lines. Extensive histories are also published on a personal website often cited in research papers, government reports, and internal city/county engineering reference materials. 

Employment History
Alto Design - Cincinnati, OH  (2019 – Present)
Project manager, designer, photographer, and information technology manager for this custom residential, interior design, and design-build firm.  Alto Design spun-off the residential architecture and interior design studio from Luminaut into its own independent firm. Roles include managing and assisting in the design, documentation, and construction administration of various projects large and small, ranging from new custom homes and whole house remodeling to kitchen and bath cabinetry. Also managing the firm’s IT infrastructure, including Windows and Mac workstations, Microsoft OneDrive/SharePoint, website/e-mail, and supporting IT equipment.

Luminaut (Formerly ArchitectsPlus) - Cincinnati, OH  (2011 – 2019)
Project manager, designer, photographer, and information technology manager for this custom residential (formerly), commercial, and interior design firm. Managed and assisted in the design, documentation, and construction administration of various projects large and small. Worked extensively in conjunction with the Cincinnati Preservation Association as project manager on the complete restoration of the Emily Rauh Pulitzer House in Woodlawn, Ohio, an early International Style/Bauhaus home from 1938. Managed the remodeling of Groesbeck Lodge at the Cincinnati Nature Center into the Center for Conservation. Both projects received historic preservation and design awards. Performed extensive documentation work on the Archdiocese of Cincinnati façade replacement project at 100 E. 8th Street, which involved removing unsympathetic glass and steel curtain walls from an early 1900s downtown mid-rise building and installing new windows and entry doors designed to evoke the original cast iron storefront. Also managed the firm’s IT infrastructure, including Windows workstations, servers, website/e-mail, and supporting IT equipment.

RWA Architects, Inc. - Cincinnati, OH  (2003 – 2009)
Project manager, designer, photographer, and information technology manager for Cincinnati’s largest custom residential architecture firm. Managed and assisted in the design, documentation, and construction administration of projects ranging from a new garage in a Cincinnati historic district to a 45,000 square foot estate manor house. Photographed many of the finished architectural projects and incorporated them into various marketing materials. Managed the firm’s IT infrastructure, including Macintosh workstations, servers, website/e-mail, and supporting IT equipment.

Cooperative Education (Professional Practice) Assignments  (1998 – 2002)
Through the University of Cincinnati’s co-op program, worked at four different architecture firms for a total of six academic quarters.  

At Stephen Rankin Associates in Chicago, participated in design and presentation drawings for corporate offices, hospitals, and mixed-use office/warehouses.  Main responsibility included designing portions of the Toman Branch Library addition & remodeling in Chicago.  

At Glick/Boehm & Associates in Charleston, SC, worked on projects ranging from post offices, retail renovations, office buildings to military base renovations and remodeling.  

At RWA Architects in Cincinnati, focused on high-end residential renovation and remodeling, as well as light commercial and historic preservation projects.  

At VOA Associates (acquired by Stantec) in Chicago, drafted construction documents, created displays for client presentations, and assisted with design and presentation tasks in the architecture and interior design departments mostly for the Kingsgate Conference Center at U. of Cincinnati.   

Organizations 
Program presenter for the Cincinnati chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Architecture by Children Program.

Mentor with the Big Brothers Big Sisters Association of Cincinnati.

Member of the Cincinnati Transit Historical Association and Cincinnati Railbuffs.

Consulted with the Ohio Department of Transportation for their I-75 Mill Creek Expressway Study to document and protect noteworthy transit structures in Cincinnati and Kentucky by providing historical information necessary to list them on the National Register of Historic Places.

Participated in races and organized training rides for 7 Hills Racing, a Cincinnati-based bicycle racing team with approximately 100 members, and coordinated the design, ordering, and delivery of the technical riding apparel for the team.

Photographs events and team members for local bicycle racing clubs Queen City Wheels and Lionhearts Junior Racing. 

References and further examples of work are available upon request.


PDF of Résumé

Home