NICOLA VEGA 757.672.5462 | [email protected]| 391 17th Street NW, Unit #4009, Atlanta GA 30363 | PROFESSIONAL DESIGN – Assisted with Sustainable Revitalization and Development initiatives of historic districts in Thomasville, GA – Designed floor layouts based on historical typologies to aid in Residential Restoration adhering to Historic Preservation guidelines. – Designed signs to attract potential buyers of restored residences. – Prepared multimedia presentations and documents for board meetings. – Visited sites of Historical Landmarks to determine feasibility of acquisition. – Produced exterior architectural renderings of proposed urban revitalization projects using Revit and Photoshop Mar 12 - Aug 12 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN INTERN – Thomasville Landmarks – Thomasville, GA – Participated in all phases of a design for tender of a National Mixed-use Transportation Hub. – Researched specifications for furniture, fixtures, entertainment offerings & mechanical circulation. – Produced Construction Documents employing the use of AutoCAD and ArchiCAD. – Accompanied Principal on various site visits to observe construction process and progress. Jul 09 - Aug 09 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN INTERN – CDA Architecture – Trinidad & Tobago – Enhanced the capacity of NKA Foundation Ghana to build physical infrastructure – Collaborated with a team of engineers & architects to design a reusable formwork system for poured earth wall construction. – Designed with cost efficiency and ease of construction employing the use of local materials and local labor. – Initiated content and project management via the online platform Basecamp. – Produced final documentation of design proposal. Aug 13 - Oct 13 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER – PROJECT MANAGER – NKA Foundation, Ghana – UN Online Volunteer – Wood Frame Construction not limited to deck building, wall framing and dead wood framing. – Roofing not limited to cutting and placement of asphalt shingles and flashing. – Roof framing not limited to installation of roof trusses, sheathing and fascia. Aug 13, Aug 14 CONSTRUCTION VOLUNTEER – Habitat for Humanity – Winston Salem, NC – Promotional Materials such as event posters, flyers and programmes. – Funeral Programmes, video slide shows and photo montages for deceased parishioners. Oct 11 – Nov 12 DESIGNER – St. Dominic’s RC Church– Morvant, Trinidad & Tobago VOLUNTEER WORK EDUCATION Jan 06 - Sep 11 Savannah College of Art and Design – Savannah, GA Bachelors of Fine Arts, Architecture Sep 97 - Jun 04 Holy Name Convent Secondary School – Trinidad & Tobago Caribbean Examinations/ Cambridge General Certificate of Education [O’Level & A’ Level] – Structural detailing & Production of Construction Document Sets for residential and commercial projects. – Preparation of bid documents & forensic reports detailing building damages for insurance companies. – Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Document Phases & Production of Architectural Renderings. – Management of Revit/CAD Library, development of consistent Office Graphic/Drafting Standards and quality control of document sets and library components for usability and accuracy. – Communication with clients to resolve any structural or logistical issues that arise within their project. – Digitally sealing document sets for building permitting. – Commercial Retail Design, Planning & Remodeling Projects for Aaron’s Corporate & Franchise stores across the US and Canada. – Development of master construction documents, standard specifications and design updates. – Ensuring integrity of store design, in partnership with construction manager. – Balancing workload demands of multiple projects at various stages of design and construction. – Updating store layouts with as-built dimensions to ensure correct material orders and furniture layouts during the re-modelling process. – Partnering with internal construction departments to deliver quality stores, on schedule and under budget. – Project Management responsibilities include: scheduling, determining project scopes and purchase orders. – Assisting in the research of code requirements, fire-safety regulation and ADA compliance. Aug 14 - Nov 15 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER – Thomas & Reel Engineering Consultants – Savannah, GA Aug 15 - Present ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER - STORE PLANNER – Aaron’s Inc – Atlanta, GA – Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Document Phases – Instrumental in transitioning the firm from Microstation to Revit in the design documentation phases – Developed Revit families consistent existing Office Graphic/Drafting Standards – Projects included: New Retail Construction for Starbucks Coffee Company, Office Renovations, Fit-out projects, Research & Production Laboratories & Church Daycares. – Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Buzzsaw, AutoCAD Mar 15 - May 15 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STAFF I – Farrington Design Group – Atlanta, GA
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– Assisted with Sustainable Revitalization and Development initiatives of historic districts in Thomasville, GA– Designed floor layouts based on historical typologies to aid in Residential Restoration adhering to Historic Preservation guidelines.– Designed signs to attract potential buyers of restored residences.– Prepared multimedia presentations and documents for board meetings.– Visited sites of Historical Landmarks to determine feasibility of acquisition.– Produced exterior architectural renderings of proposed urban revitalization projects using Revit and Photoshop
Mar 12 - Aug 12 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN INTERN – Thomasville Landmarks – Thomasville, GA
– Participated in all phases of a design for tender of a National Mixed-use Transportation Hub.– Researched specifications for furniture, fixtures, entertainment offerings & mechanical circulation. – Produced Construction Documents employing the use of AutoCAD and ArchiCAD.– Accompanied Principal on various site visits to observe construction process and progress.
– Enhanced the capacity of NKA Foundation Ghana to build physical infrastructure– Collaborated with a team of engineers & architects to design a reusable formwork system for poured earth wall construction.– Designed with cost efficiency and ease of construction employing the use of local materials and local labor.– Initiated content and project management via the online platform Basecamp.– Produced final documentation of design proposal.
Aug 13 - Oct 13 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER – PROJECT MANAGER – NKA Foundation, Ghana – UN Online Volunteer
– Wood Frame Construction not limited to deck building, wall framing and dead wood framing.– Roofing not limited to cutting and placement of asphalt shingles and flashing.– Roof framing not limited to installation of roof trusses, sheathing and fascia.
Aug 13, Aug 14 CONSTRUCTION VOLUNTEER – Habitat for Humanity – Winston Salem, NC
– Promotional Materials such as event posters, flyers and programmes.– Funeral Programmes, video slide shows and photo montages for deceased parishioners.
Oct 11 – Nov 12 DESIGNER – St. Dominic’s RC Church– Morvant, Trinidad & Tobago
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Jan 06 - Sep 11 Savannah College of Art and Design – Savannah, GA Bachelors of Fine Arts, Architecture
Sep 97 - Jun 04 Holy Name Convent Secondary School – Trinidad & Tobago Caribbean Examinations/ Cambridge General Certificate of Education [O’Level & A’ Level]
– Structural detailing & Production of Construction Document Sets for residential and commercial projects.– Preparation of bid documents & forensic reports detailing building damages for insurance companies.– Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Document Phases & Production of Architectural Renderings. – Management of Revit/CAD Library, development of consistent Office Graphic/Drafting Standards and quality control of document sets and library components for usability and accuracy.– Communication with clients to resolve any structural or logistical issues that arise within their project. – Digitally sealing document sets for building permitting.
– Commercial Retail Design, Planning & Remodeling Projects for Aaron’s Corporate & Franchise stores across the US and Canada.– Development of master construction documents, standard specifications and design updates.– Ensuring integrity of store design, in partnership with construction manager.– Balancing workload demands of multiple projects at various stages of design and construction.– Updating store layouts with as-built dimensions to ensure correct material orders and furniture layouts during the re-modelling process.– Partnering with internal construction departments to deliver quality stores, on schedule and under budget.– Project Management responsibilities include: scheduling, determining project scopes and purchase orders.– Assisting in the research of code requirements, fire-safety regulation and ADA compliance.
Aug 14 - Nov 15 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER – Thomas & Reel Engineering Consultants – Savannah, GA
Aug 15 - Present ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER - STORE PLANNER – Aaron’s Inc – Atlanta, GA
– Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Document Phases– Instrumental in transitioning the firm from Microstation to Revit in the design documentation phases– Developed Revit families consistent existing Office Graphic/Drafting Standards– Projects included: New Retail Construction for Starbucks Coffee Company, Office Renovations, Fit-out projects, Research & Production Laboratories & Church Daycares.– Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Buzzsaw, AutoCAD
Mar 15 - May 15 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STAFF I – Farrington Design Group – Atlanta, GA
391 17th Street NW, Unit #4009, Atlanta GA 30363 |
Ongoing Diploma in Project Management - ALISON Online Certified LearningOngoing Coding for Web Fundamentals - CodecademySep 13 Client Casework - American Red Cross, Winston-Salem, NCAug 13 Bulk Distribution, Shelter Management, Mass Care - American Red Cross, Winston-Salem, NCJul 13 Disaster Assessment - American Red Cross, Winston-Salem, NCMar 13 Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - American Red Cross, Winston-Salem, NC
American Institute of Architects - Associate MemberU.S. Green Building Council - Georgia ChapterNCARB - Intern Development ProgramUN Volunteer - Field Volunteer Database - Online VolunteerAmerican Red Cross - Disaster Action Team VolunteerTrinidad & Tobago Institute of Architects - Student Member
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Practical Wood Frame Construction, Roof Shingling and Fascia, Sketching, Materials Reserach, Model building [hand, shop tools & laser cutting], Hand Drafting/rendering, Presentation Materials.
Attributes Positive attitude, Service Oriented, Strong Work Ethic, Effective Time Management, Proficient Written Communication, Detail Oriented, Keen Researcher, Analytical Thinker, Fast learner, Dependable, Helpful, Resourceful, Organized, Self-Motivated, Adaptable.
Recent Projects:
Thomas & Reel Engineering Consultants - Savannah, Ga
– Designed and built new company website, Marketing Campaigns & Logos.
Jeremy Jarrett Design Build - Winston Salem, NC
– Produced three dimensional visualizations of outdoor spaces for residential and hospitality clients.
West Indian Rhythm Connection (W.I.R.K) - Trinidad & Tobago
– Designed and Produced Multimedia Electronic Press Kit.
Crepe Guys – Indianapolis, IN
– Developed entire design concept– Lighting Design and fixture specification.– Space planning and architectural details. – Custom furniture design and selection.
FiletMinJohn - La Jolla, CA
– Designed Layout and specified colours for cookbook employing the use of Indesign.– Retouched and re-sized images using Photoshop.
Rose Pink Connection - Trinidad & Tobago
– Logo/Brand Identity Design & Development. – Design of Print Collateral: Business cards, Letterhead & Promotional e.g: gift certificates and bookmarks.– Established Web Presence with a Content Management system.
Jul 06 – current SOCIAL DESIGN + CREATIVE DIRECTION – Design NV
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Architectural & Social Design
WINTER 9 a.m.
SUMMER 9 a.m.
WINTER 6 p.m.
SUMMER 12 p.m.
SUPPORTING STABLE LIVING CONDITIONS
WINTER 12 p.m.
SUMMER 6 p.m.
PROJECT NAME
Beetham Supportive Housing
LOCATION
Port of SpainTrinidad and Tobago, WI
TYPOLOGY
Master Plan / Multi-Unit
SCALE
50-100 Acres
PHASES INVOLVED
Programming
Schematic Design
3D Modeling
MASTER PLAN AND MULTI-UNIT HOUSING MID-RISE
ROOFTOP Green RoofROOFTOP TERRACEHOUSING UNITSCIRCULATION TOWERSSUPPORTIVE SERVICES
MASSING MODEL
SUPPORTIVE HOUSING SITE
LANDSCAPE, PLANNING & RESIDENTIAL MULTI-FAMILY
RENDERING
PROJECT NAME
Beetham Supportive Housing
LOCATION
Port of SpainTrinidad and Tobago, WI
TYPOLOGY
Master Plan / Multi-Unit
SCALE
50-100 Acres
PHASES INVOLVED
Programming
Schematic Design
3D Modeling
FLOOR PLANS
SITE with Level 1 planSUB-LEVEL Parking plan
SCHEMATIC DESIGN
CONCEPTUAL MASTER PLAN
MASTER PLAN Community | Economy | Energy & Environment
Geotextile Membrane
Corrugated Metal Deck
Open Web Steel Joist
Continuos Shelf angle
Welded Angles
Lightweight Concrete
Rebar
Clip Angle
I-Beam
Top Soil
Concrete Masonry Units
Cedar
Rubble
PROJECT NAME
Beetham Supportive Housing
LOCATION
Port of SpainTrinidad and Tobago, WI
TYPOLOGY
Master Plan / Multi-Unit
SCALE
50-100 Acres
PHASES INVOLVED
Programming
Schematic Design
3D Modeling
3D SECTION
WESTERN ELEVATION at 2:30:00 p.m. NORTHERN ELEVATION at 5:30:00 p.m.
STRUCTURAL FRAMING
Rain watercollection (Irrigation)
Natural Ventilation
Green wall System
Planter Box
Daylight
SUSTAINABLE FEATURES
ELEVATIONS
PLANTER BOX DETAIL
RESTAURANT EXTERIOR
RENDERING
OPTIONAL TRELLIS
PROJECT NAME
Quiet Pint Tavern
LOCATION
Winston Salem, NC
TYPOLOGY
Restaurant Exterior
SCALE
700 sq/ft
PHASES INVOLVED
Schematic Design
Design Development
Material Specification
Architectural Rendering
HOSPITALITY
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
FINISHED CONSTRUCTION
PROJECT NAME
Quiet Pint Tavern
LOCATION
Winston Salem, NC
TYPOLOGY
Restaurant Exterior
SCALE
700 sq/ft
PHASES INVOLVED
Schematic Design
Design Development
Material Specification
Architectural Rendering
PROJECT NAME
Crepe Guys
LOCATION
Indianapolis, PA
TYPOLOGY
Restaurant Interior
SCALE
2000 sq/ft
PHASES INVOLVED
Programming
Schematic Design
Interior Design
Furniture Design
Materials
Lighting
3D Modeling
Architectural Rendering
HOSPITALITY
RESTAURANT INTERIOR
RENDERINGS
LIGHTING
CUSTOM BUILT-IN FURNITURE
MATERIALS SEATING
DINING SECONDARY Chandelier RESTROOM TERTIARY SconceDINING PRIMARY Pendant