LUIS LAGUNA
- GRADUATED ARCHITECT IN SOUTH AMERICA FROM A PRIVATE UNIVERSITY
"UNIVALLE"
-GRADUATED INTERIOR DESIGNER FROM THECNOLOGIC GERMAN SCHOOL "TECBA"
About Me
I am a highly skilled Architect and Interior Designer graduated with expertise in providing comprehensive solutions for architectural, interior and urban spaces. With over 10 years of experience and proficiency in design software.
I am dedicated to ensuring that projects meet economic, aesthetic, environmental, and technical requirements with a keen eye for detail.
My experience working in various countries across South America, USA, and Canada in the last four years has equipped me with the ability to adapt to new environments, cultures, and languages. It has helped me develop an open-minded approach towards work and life. I have had the privilege to collaborate with diverse teams and clients with different backgrounds and requirements, enabling me to acquire an inclusive and multicultural perspective. I believe that this experience has enhanced my professional and personal growth, and I am excited to continue expanding my horizons.
Past Experience
Past Roles
August 2019 - April 2023
Architectural Technician, "HODGSON DESIGN ASSOCIATES"
Participate in all phases of design and construction process on residential projects.
Producing completes set of plan to request a BP in different Residential Scale projects.
Applies knowledge of Building Codes, standards and regulations.
Created 3D models, renderings and video animations.
August 2018 - July 2019
Architect Urban Planner Designer, BH-KNF/ORS – Miami, FL
Master plan design for new resorts and Condominiums in:
Isla Viveros, Panama
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Medellin and Armería, Colombia
La Boquita, Nicaragua
Miami Florida, USA
Architectural and interior design Projects (Residential, Commercial and Hotels) around Florida.
2017 - 2018
Kitchen Designer, Tizzoni Cucine – Miami, FL
Create custom kitchens for high end clients, taking into account things like cabinets, flooring, counters and appliances. Using skills to determine a client's project goals, prepare final plans, and create a timeline for the project.
Working directly with clients to discuss all aspects of creating, remodeling, or updating the kitchen area of their home. Discussing building materials, themes, colors, patterns, cost of projects, prepared detailed specifications, and room layout with a client.
June 2016 – October 2017
Architect/Project Manager
Antiques & Design (Architectural – Interior Design) – Miami, FL
Applies knowledge of Building Codes, standards and regulations to finalize over 20 projects.
Applied current technologies into furniture pieces and produced preliminary shop drawings for dimensional and material specifications .
Designed Interior and Exterior environments specific to the High end Residential.
February 2014 – May 2016
Architect / Project Manager Construction
Union Bank of Bolivia – Santa Cruz
Specialized design of Bank buildings, comprising each of its phases from the Idea, Design, Construction and Construction Manager.
June 2007 - August 2012
Architect / Project Manager
Judicial Organ of Bolivia – National Infrastructure
Specialized design of Court Buildings, comprising each of its phases from the Idea, Design, Construction and Construction Manager.
Creator of new modernized spaces for the attention and renovation of a Modern Justice Like the Quick Service Platform, Judicial Archives in collaboration with U.S. Agency for International Development "USAID"
Education
My Schooling
1999 - 2005
Master’s Degree in Architect
& Urban Planner
Universidad Privada Del Valle "UNIVALLE"
Graduated with honors and tree times First place in Student Architecture Competition:
National Olympic Pool
Judicial Building
Metropolitan Market
2005 - 2008
Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Designer, Technological German School "TECBA"
Best student from 2006 to 2007
Graduation project chosen to participate at the National Competition "German Technological Project Ideas contest"
2014 - 2015
Master of Architecture, Universidad Privada de Santa Cruz de la Sierra "UPSA"
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