LOUISA VOTAVA
PORTFOLIO
POOLHOUSE CONNECTOR
Location: Middletown, Rhode Island
Architect: VOTAVA DESIGN
Builders: JPS Construction
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The challenge of the Poorhouse Connector was to create a seamless link between the main house and pool house, which were built at very different elevations, while integrating the rooflines look as though they had always been this way. The final design created a light filled space that not only acts as a passage from one building to the other, but also from the more formal outdoor area at the front of the house, to the rear pool patio in the rear.
SAVOY BOOKSTORE
Location: Westerly, Rhode Island
Architect: Leslie Architects
Builders: Hammond Housecraft, Zuerner Design, AB Powell Woodworks
Role: Project manager
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Document site conditions and help identify design constraints and life safety requirements
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Preparation of materials for client presentations
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Identify design and construction issues to determine potential solutions with principals, client, and contractor
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Drafting of proposed floor plans, exterior elevations, and interior elevations based on principals’ sketches and collaboration with Principal to produce full set of construction documents, including final floor plans, framing plans, exterior elevations, sections, framing details, electrical plans, and interior elevations. Coordinate above documents.
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Collaborate with principal to select and coordinate doors, windows, hardware, plumbing, mechanicals, interior furnishings, lighting, and finishes and provide schedules and specifications to clients and builders
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Collaborate with principal to design new SAVOY logo and design signage throughout the store
MODERN FARM HOUSE
Location: Matunuck, Rhode Island
Architect: Leslie Architects
Builder: Highland Builders
Role: Project manager
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Drafting of proposed floor plans, exterior elevations, and interior elevations based on principal’s sketches
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Production of full set of construction documents, including final floor plans, foundation and framing plans, exterior elevations, sections, framing details, electrical plans, and interior elevations. Coordinate above documents.
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Collaborate daily with principal in project design and management.
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Interact with client through meetings, phone calls, and emails
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Identify design and construction issues to determine potential solutions with principals, client, and contractor
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Specify doors, windows, plumbing, and mechanicals
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Detailed bid analysis
LEDGE HOUSE
Location: South Kingstown, Rhode Island
Architect: Leslie Architects
Builder: Stephen Sullivan Inc.
Role: Project manager
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Drafting of proposed floor plans, exterior elevations, and interior elevations based on principal’s sketches.
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Production of full set of construction documents, including final floor plans, foundation and framing plans, exterior elevations, sections, framing details, electrical plans, and interior elevations. Coordinate above documents.
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Collaborate daily with principal in project design and management
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Interact with client through meetings, phone calls, and emails
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Identify design and construction issues to determine potential solutions with principals, client, and contractor
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Specify doors, windows, plumbing, and mechanicals
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Detailed bid analysis
MID CENTURY MODERN INTERIOR
Location: Peacedale, Rhode Island
Architect: Steven Baczek
Interiors: Leslie Architects
Builder: Demetrick Housewrights
Role: Project manager
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Documentation of existing conditions
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Collaborate daily with principal in project design and management
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Interact with client through meetings, phone calls, and emails
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Identify design and construction issues to determine potential solutions with principals, client, and contractor
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Drafting of proposed floor plans and interior elevations based on principal’s sketches
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Collaborate with principal to produce full set of construction documents, including final floor plans, exterior elevations, electrical plans, interior elevations and construction details. Coordinate above documents.
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Collaborate with principal to select and coordinate hardware, plumbing, lighting, and finishes and provide schedules and specifications to clients and builders
RESUME
EDUCATION
Barnard College, Columbia University, New York, NY, September 2004 – May 2006
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Bachelor of Arts in Architecture
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Graduated Magna Cum Laude
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Departmental Honors
New York University, New York, NY, September 2001 – May 2003
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Architecture and Urban Design Major
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Semester abroad in Florence, Italy
EXPERIENCE
Leslie Architects, Wakefield, RI, June 2010 – February 2020, Project manager
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Collaborate daily with principals in project management, design process, and construction administration
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Document site conditions, identify design constraints, and determine required regulatory permits
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Coordinate with client and general contractor through meetings, conference calls, site visits, and emails
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Identify design and construction issues. Determine potential solutions with principals, client, and contractor
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Prepare construction documents: site plans, floor plans, foundation and framing plans, exterior elevations, sections, electrical plans, and interior elevations from principal’s sketches or list of programmatic requirements. Specify doors, windows, plumbing, and light fixtures.
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Size lumber with StruCalc.
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Calculate energy loss with REScheck.
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Complete applications for Building Departments, Zoning Boards, Historic District Commissions, CRMC, and Planning Boards.
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Preparation of materials for presentations to potential clients, social media, marketing, and web design
Andreozzi Architects, Barrington, RI, April 2008 – October 2008, Architectural Intern
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Prepare construction documents: site plans, floor plans, foundation and framing plans, exterior elevations, sections, electrical plans, and interior elevations from principal’s sketches or list of programmatic requirements. Specify doors, windows, plumbing, and light fixtures.
Forge Worldwide, Jamestown, RI, October 2007 – February 2008, Production Designer
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Lay out and format new and/or existing assignments. Edit photos. Prepare ad resizes according to media specifications. Prepare design comps and prepared boards for client presentations. Convert design layouts/files into production ready files.
Taste Design, Jamestown, RI, February 2007 – April 2008, Production Designer
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Assist with schematic designs and web site development. Research materials. Prepare client presentations. Review budgets and performed research where necessary.
SKILLS
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Proficient with Windows and Apple platforms: AutoCAD, Sketchup, Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Ability to learn programs quickly.
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Strong writing and verbal skills.