- 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.
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RWA Architects, Inc. - Cincinnati, OH (2003 – 2009)
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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.
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