An immersive virtual environment for the digital study of lighting, materials, and form
All the works presented on this website — both virtual creations and real-world constructions — were completed by me with pen and/or mouse in my hand. This includes all the hand drawings and sketches, 3D modeling, and digital imagery: renderings, montages, and vignettes. Collectively they showcase my skills with Autodesk and Adobe products — especially with Revit and Photoshop. I also completed the design and construction of the website using WordPress — the capstone of my focused exploration of all things digital. Throughout I present my workflow, design process; skills and talents — and tell of my journey from the drawing board to the world of bytes and pixels.
A full complement of tools assists the skilled user in creating persuasive visual content — from abstract and ethereal to exacting and realistic. The renderings presented here start with output from Revit that is then refined with Photoshop magic! Artistic and strategic use of lighting, shadows, reflections, and the proper scaling of entourage helps to intimately engage the viewer while clearly communicating design intent. Appealing thoughtfully composed presentations along with targeted messaging can invite constructive feedback and participation from a wide audience helping to gain timely support for the project — while streamlining the design, approval, production, and construction phases of the work.
Image Making > a picture is worth a thousand words;
I’ve added a few more in the captions above to tell a little about each project
Image Making > a picture is worth a thousand words; I’ve added a few more in the captions above to tell a little about each project
“My imagination and curiosity are my quintessential tools.”
I begin each project with a comprehensive examination of the client’s programmatic needs, goals and objectives, along with a thorough appreciation of the project’s context and parameters. I then strive to create cohesive designs — sculptural, three dimensional compositions where there is a strong correlation between the dynamic interconnected interior volumes and the resulting expressive hierarchical massing. I have a passionate and enthusiastic commitment to the profession; its ever-evolving nature, an appreciation for the intrinsic value of our contributions, and embrace the fluid role architects play in shaping our environment.
“My creativity has been serendipitously enhanced by embracing the possibilities of an increasingly diverse tool box that manifests when bridging old school traditions and new school progress. Innovative proposals to design challenges are more easily conceptualized and communicated when harnessing the full range of these resources.”
The architects and architectural firms that I collaborated with are noted alongside additional information, inspiration, challenges, strategies, etc. . . associated with the completion of the work. I would describe myself as an architect, draftsperson, technician, innovator, visionary, and the all-around problem-solver — in no particular priority/order.
The architects and architectural firms that I collaborated with are noted alongside additional information, inspiration, challenges, strategies, etc. . . associated with the completion of the work. I would describe myself as an architect, draftsperson, technician, innovator, visionary, and the all-around problem-solver — in no particular priority/order.
I am a nurturing mentor, a supportive collaborator; a tireless trouble-shooter. I am equally comfortable with individual creative expression as I am as an eager contributing member in any team effort. I see all phases of any project as continuous and strive to maintain the vision and soul of the work from the beginning to the end — and I am experienced providing a wide array of services. My resume summarizes my credentials, skills, talents and highlights my professional experience. My imagination and curiosity are my quintessential tools.
My creativity has been serendipitously enhanced by embracing the possibilities of an increasingly diverse tool box that manifests when bridging old school traditions and new school progress. Innovative proposals to design challenges are more easily conceptualized and communicated when harnessing the full range of these resources.
My digital models of Neil DeNari’s HL23 and Heller Manus Architects’ Duboce — that follow and are presented more thoroughly elsewhere in the site — are my virtual artistic interpretations of other’s work. HL23 was completed for NVidia to market their Iray rendering plugin. And, The Duboce served as a vehicle in my continuing study of Revit — especially its lighting and materials capabilities. Together they highlight my analytical abilities, keen eye for details, and skills as a critical observer. I bring to every endeavor a strong work ethic along with a healthy dose of patience, humor, and accountability.
My keen observational skills, laser-focused attention, and resolute commitment to satisfy ‘The Big Picture’ goals and objectives are key components to my design process. I offer to bring a balance of abstract creative capabilities, concrete analytical skills with a little ‘thinking outside-of-the box’ perspective to your endeavors.
“My imagination and curiosity are my quintessential tools.”
I would always welcome the opportunity to meet with you — you can always find me Contact.