G AGE C. D URAN
A S S O C I A T E AIA, LEED G R E E N A S S O C I A T E
M: (562) 852-4664 E: [email protected]
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Sustainable Architecture Professional with 11 years experience encompassing design acumen, technical ability, efficiency, construction
management, real estate development, & effective client relationships. Seeking challenging opportunities in architecture & real estate development.
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BartonPartners, Norristown, PA—Architectural Designer
Aug 2014—Present
-Duties: Design of Multi-family/Mixed-use urban in-fill and suburban developments from concept to Design Development with
direct Principal, Director of Design & client interaction including management of other staff and oversight of design product
-Use of hand-drafting, Ps CC & AutoCAD to create high quality designs in short turn around windows
-Committee member, resource, trainer for office-wide transition to Revit software
-The National-Design & ZBA approvals for resurrected 6-story, 200 unit, $45 mil. historic redevelopment mixed-use modern
expansion in-fill building. Discovered opportunities to eliminate costly subgrade parking while removing SF from FAR GSF,
addition of a mezzanine on 1st floor units increasing return for developer
-Exton Main Street-Building plans, rendered elevations of 7 building, 400+ unit factory town recreation suburban development
including meetings & direct correspondence with client & Unit Matrix creation and dissemination
Mt. Airy, USA, Philadelphia, PA—Real Estate Dev. Project Manager, In-house Architecture & Construction Mgmt.
May 2011—Jul 2014
-Duties: Acquisitions, property evaluations, pro forma dev., purchasing, designs-CDs for rehabs and tenant fit-outs, bidding,
contracts, construction management, permitting, marketing & leasing of commercial spaces and residential rentals & grant writing
-Wissahickon Charter School—Owner’s Rep. for 48k SF, $11 mil. charter school, successful lot consolidation & ZBA approval
-Targeted Housing Preservation Program (THPP)—Program manager, PM/CM; 9-most in city; $225,000 in grants; $45,000 dev. fees
-Various residential rehab programs (NSP, HRP, Market Rate)—Program manager, designer, PM, CM
-Various commercial & mixed-use complete rehab programs—Program manager, designer, PM, CM
Philadelphia University, College of Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE) Philadelphia, PA—Adjunct Faculty Sep 2011—Present
-Average student evaluation of 4.2/5
-Successful cross-discipline novice-to-pro Revit instruction produced average 25% improvement in speed & quality of student output
-Significant course development for new M.S. in Interior Architecture program & existing M.S. in Sustainable Design program
-Online & hybrid (live/online) Revit course dev. & content creation including 44 50-700 slide eTutorials & modules
Fiedler Group, Los Angeles, CA—Revit Designer, BIM Manager, 3D Renderer
Jan 2010—Jul 2010
-711, Redlands, CA—BIM creation of first S.I.P. prototype store to be constructed by 7-11; hundreds replicated nationally
-McDonald’s—BIM creation of new prototype store for location specific material take-offs & pricing
The Archinomics Group, Inc., Winnetka, IL—Planner, Consultant
Nov 2009—Jul 2010
-Eco Resort Master Plan, Grenada Island—Consolidated four resort concepts (incl. Four Seasons); 545 acres, $400 mil. investment
-Marin Woods Master Plan, Oak Harbor, WA—Designed 10-acre 35-parcel residential L.I.D., city approvals, doubling value
Brian R. Bloom – Architect, Ontario, CA—Project Coordinator, Designer, Revit
May 2008—Sep 2009
-Loma Linda Academy New Gymnasium, Loma Linda, CA—DD-CO while managing RFI’s, Shop Drawings & construction mtgs.
-Loma Linda Academy New Administration & Classrooms, Loma Linda, CA—Seamless SD-CA coordination of fast-tracked project
-CGU Harper Hall Remodel, Claremont, CA—Revit Designer on remodel of Gordon Kaufmann designed main University building
Hablinski + Manion Architecture LLP, LA, CA—Senior Project Assistant, 3-D Modeler
Oct 2007—May 2008
-Private Residence, Holmby Hills, L.A., CA—As-built to CD creation for 10,000 SF $12 mil. remodel; c. 1937 Louis B. Mayer
-Publications: Hollywood Homecoming February, 2010 Architectural Digest, Luxe Magazine Sp. 2008 L.A. Edition advertisement
Scheurer Architects, Inc., Newport Beach, CA—Designer, 3-D Modeler, Senior Drafter
Jun 2005—Sep 2007
-National Awards: Designer The Villas at Pacific Shores-Platinum 2012 Prof. Builder Design Awards, NAHB Gold, 2011 SoCal
Designer Five Lanterns-2008 BALA, 2009 Gold Nugget, CDs Montelucia-2008 Gold Nugget, CDs Encantada-2006 Gold Nugget
-Technology: Promoted from Production Dept. (CDs, CA, RFIs) to Design Dept. Introduced Sketch-Up to design/production
process-training 20 staff-which facilitated backward computer to hand art integration resulting in lowering production costs by 70%
-Projects: Elim Valley, Hurricane, UT—Lead designer & historical consultant; solo design charrette presentation to 50 stakeholders
Sierra Nevada Aquatic Research Laboratory, Mammoth Lakes, CA—Designed LEED Silver off-grid classroom, lab & residences
G A G E C. D U R A N A S S O C I A T E A I A, L E ED G R E E N A S S O C I A T E — M: (562) 852-4664 E: [email protected]
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Mt. Airy, USA, Philadelphia, PA
Robert Stewart Architects, Long Beach, CA
Brininstool + Lynch, Ltd., Architects, Chicago, IL
Hardy Holzman Pfeiffer and Associates, Architects, Los Angeles, CA
USC Libraries, Los Angeles, CA—Digital Information Management of L.A. Examiner photo archives
Northwestern University, Facilities Management, Evanston, IL
Greeley and Hansen, LLC, Environmental Engineers, Chicago, IL—Project Accounting
Anne McGuire and Associates, Evanston, IL
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Summer 2011
Feb—Jun 2005
Summer 2004
Summer 2003
Nov 2002—May 2003
Summer 2002
Summer 1999
Spring 1998
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Philadelphia University, College of Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE) Philadelphia, PA—Adjunct Faculty Sep 2011—Present
MCM 602 CIM
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MCM 602 CIM
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AVERAGE EVALUTION/COURSE
AVERAGE STUDENTS/SESSION
Adjunct Professor
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MCM 602 CIM
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Co-Professor
Teacher's Assistant
Navisworks Manage
Autodesk BPA Certificate
Green Building Studio
Revit
SketchUp
MS in Sustainable Design
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MS in Construction Mgmt.
COURSE
Photoshop
Credits
PowerPoint
Skills/Software/Certifications
MEP Systems
Programs
Hand Drawing
FUNCTION
Course Development
CONTENT
BS in Interior Architecture
STUDENTS
Gage Duran A.AIA LEED GA BArch MSSD
MS in Interior Architecture
TEACHING EXPERIENCE-Philadelphia U.
CREDITS TAUGHT/COURSE
Programs: M.S. in Interior Architecture, M.S. in Sustainable Design, M.S. in Construction Management & B.S. in Interior
Design (Ranked 10th in the country in DesignIntelligence’s 2014 America’s Best Architecture and Design Schools)
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IARC-604 Visual Communication II (Live)
CD
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IARC-604 Visual Communication II (Hybrid)
CD
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IARCX-604 Visual Communication II (Online)
CD
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IARC-707 Technology III for IA
*5=Well above average 4=Above average †Took over course instruction when a professor quit ‡1st delivery of course in program
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45 8.7 4.2
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Philadelphia University, CABE M.S. in Sustainable Design—Thesis in Sustainable Design II: Thesis presentation
Philadelphia University, CABE M.S. in Interior Architecture—Design I: Introduction to InDesign & Photoshop
February 27, 2013
August 29, 2012
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Philadelphia University, CABE B.S. in Interior Design— Capstone Project: Final review
Philadelphia University, CABE M.S. in Interior Architecture—Thesis II: Mid-term presentations
Philadelphia University, CABE MSSD, MSIA, & MSCM—CABE Collaborative Studio: Systems charrette
Philadelphia University, CABE M.S. in Interior Architecture—Thesis II: Schematic Design critique
Philadelphia University, CABE M.S. in Interior Architecture—Thesis I: Final presentations
Philadelphia University, CABE M.S. in Interior Architecture—Design III: Final critique
Philadelphia University, CABE M.S. in Interior Architecture—Design III: Mid-term critique
Philadelphia University, CABE M.S. in Interior Architecture—Design III: 2nd critique
Philadelphia University, CABE M.S. in Interior Architecture—Design III: 1st critique
Philadelphia University, CABE M.S. in Interior Architecture
May 7th, 2014
March 26th, 2014
February 20th, 2014
February 17th, 2014
December 17th, 2013
December 10th, 2013
October 10th, 2013
November 6th, 2012
October 4th, 2012
February 28th, 2012
G A G E C. D U R A N A S S O C I A T E A I A, L E ED G R E E N A S S O C I A T E — M: (562) 852-4664 E: [email protected]
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P H I L A D E LP H I A U N I V E R S I TY C O L L E GE O F A R C H I TE C T U R E A N D T H E B U I L T E N V I R O N M E N T
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A U G 2011
Master of Science in Sustainable Design
4.0 GPA, T.A. CIM Revit Course, PhilaU USGBC chapter committee member, Telluride Foundation Finalist, Curriculum Development
Courses: Sustainable Systems (Energy Analysis), Development of Sustainable Bldgs. (LEED Green Consulting), Adaptive Design
Internship: Mt. Airy USA, Inc. CDC Program Manager: THPP, a $20,000 city of Philadelphia Home Rehabilitation Grant Program
Thesis: Renovation v. Reconstruction-A Comparative Analysis of the Financial & Carbon Impact of Residential Construction in Philadelphia
Articles: Sustainable Design Students Showcase ‘21st Century Schools’ PhilaU Today; Rob Fleming & Philadelphia University: Grid Philly,
May 2011 [#026]
U N I V E R S I TY O F S O U T H E R N C A L I F O R N I A S C H O O L O F A R C H I T E C T U R E
M AY 2005
Los Angeles, California
Bachelor of Architecture
Founded Campus Habitat for Humanity Chapter, Co-Chair Religious Org. Council, 2nd Place Earthquake Tower Des. Comp. (100+ Students)
N E W T R I E R H.S. Winnetka, IL
M AY 1998
3.73 GPA, AP Physics & Economics, Wrestling-Soph. Conf. Champ, Baseball, Football, Safe Rides Driver, Harper Leadership Academy
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First “conserved” affordable home unveiled in Mt. Airy PhillyLiving.com, June 10, 2014
Abandoned Mt. Airy property taken over by community actor ready for move-in Newsworks.org, June 7, 2014
Blighted property in Mt. Airy to be rehabilitated by community conservator Newsworks.org, October 10, 2013
Rob Fleming & Philadelphia University Grid Philly, May 2011 [#026]
Sustainable Design Students Showcase ‘21st Century Schools’ PhilaU Today, April 15, 2011
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Licensure: IDP complete; Taking ARE 4.0; Passed Programming, Planning & Practice 5/14/14; actively testing; remaining exams scheduled/paid
Associations: Associate AIA 2005; LEED Green Associate 2010; Society of Building Science Educators 2013-14
Conventions: AIA National Convention 2006; Greenbuild 2010 & 2014
Software (years): Revit (5); AutoCAD (6); Sketch-Up (5); ArchiCAD (3); eQuest (1); GBS (1); Ecotect (1); Adobe CS5; MS Office; Mac/ PC
Languages: Native English, Spanish fluency from 2 year in-country immersion
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Religious: Asst. Pastor to 250 multi-cultural congregation involving extensive public speaking, teaching, personal & financial administration.
Previous positions include: Sunday School Teacher, Adult Leadership, Scout Master, Cub Master
LDS Church Mission to Venezuela 1999–2001 (Chief Financial Administrator 2000-2001)
Habitat for Humanity Alternative Spring Break-Asheville, NC, Americus, GA, Paducah, KY; Special Olympics
R E F E R E N C E S
PROFESSIONAL
Brad Copeland, Director of Real Estate at Mt. Airy USA
O: (215) 844-6021
E: [email protected]
Rob Fleming, Director of M.S. in Sustainable Design program at PhilaU
O: (215) 951-2928
E: [email protected]
Scott Ageloff, Former Director of M.S. in Sustainable Design program at PhilaU
O: (212) 375-0678
E: [email protected]
O: (215) 651-9561
E: [email protected]
T E AC H I N G
PERSONAL
Michael Ard, Pastor
G A G E C. D U R A N A S S O C I A T E A I A, L E ED G R E E N A S S O C I A T E — M: (562) 852-4664 E: [email protected]
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