Kyle Portie Warren

Professional Profile:

Innovative architecture graduate with studies and interests in all phases of design and construction. Proficient communicator and skilled in: schematic design through hand sketching, analysis, and feedback; design development in CAD programs (such as AutoCAD and ArchiCAD), and BIM modeling in Revit; and construction including documentation, cost estimates, specifications, and LEED. Committed team player who goes above and beyond to ensure goals of design and innovation are accomplished. Educated and well-rounded person aspiring to use skill sets to full advantage, and eager to learn new processes, skills, and people.

Areas of excellence include:

Computer Aided Design | Hand Sketching | Model Building | AIA Masterspec | Problem SolvingCommunication Skills | Construction Documentation | Drafting | Document Preparation

Education:

University of Louisiana, Lafayette, LA Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies, 2011 (National Architectural Accrediting Board authorized pre-professional degree program in architecture) GPA: 3.1 President’s List: 2010 Dean’s List: 2007, 2008, 2010 Distinguished Design Student: 2007, 2008

Lake Arthur High School, Lake Arthur, LA High School Diploma, 2007 GPA: 4.0 Principal’s List: 2004 - 2007 Graduating Class Valedictorian: 2007

Coursework of Interest:

Foundations of Architectural Design I, II, III Architectural Design I, II, III Structural Engineering I, II Construction Documentation and Management Professional Practice Materials and Methods Systems of Construction Design and Graphic Communication Precedents and Programming Environmental Systems Sites and Sustainable Design

Technical Skills:

Revit | ArchiCAD | AutoCAD | Rhinoceros 3D | SketchUp | Office Suite | Illustrator | Photoshop | InDesign | iWorks

337.349.4754 kportie@gmail.com

Work Experience:

Gap, Inc (2011 - Present) - Sales Maintain displays of clothing and accessories Attract, engage, and motivate customers

Freelance Furniture Design/Build (2009 - 2011) - Designer Work one-on-one with customers to develop custom furniture pieces Self-managed schmatic design, development, and producation Expanded on technical skills in wood, metal, and finishing products

Office Depot (2010-2011) - Sales/Print Services Provided excellent customer service Gained knowledge of printmaking processes and techniques Required to meet sales quotas and perform in a competitive sales environment

Target (2007-2009) - Sales Greet customers, organize, and work in teams to complete deadlines and reach goals

NOV Brandt (2006 - 2008) - Administrative Assistant Required to be self sufficient and multi task phone lines, excel data entry, fax machines, copiers, and files Worked with accounts receivable and payable to fax and file billing information Worked with human resources to enter personnel data into specific computer systems for the company

Academic Awards: President’s List (4.0 GPA) - University of Louisiana (2010) Dean’s List (3.5 and higher GPA) - University of Louisiana (2007, 2008, 2010 ) School of Architecture and Design Distinguished Student - University of Louisiana (2007, 2008) Louisiana Go Student Grant Award - LOSFA (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011) Regents Scholar - Louisiana Board of Regents (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011) Zigler Foundation Scholarship - Fred and Ruth Zigler Foundation (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011) Graduating Class Valedictorian - Lake Arthur High School (2007) Principal’s List (4.0 GPA) - Lake Arthur High School (2004, 2005, 2006, 2007)

References:

Carl B Trimble, RA - Architecture Professor (University of Louisiana); Principal (Affordable Architects - Atlanta, GA) 404.749.6260 or cbt0189@louisiana.edu

Geoff Gjertson, AIA - Associate Professor (University of Louisiana) 337.482.5175 or gjertson@louisiana.edu

Harold Muller - Store Manager (Office Depot) 337.234.9900

Academic Experience:

Professional practice, code analysis, cost estimate, specification outline and construction documentation work with a 30+ year experienced and currently licensed architect. (Carl B Trimble, RA)

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design documentation work for sustainable design with an experienced LEED Accredited Professional. (Kari Smith, LEED AP)

Architectural theory and strategies for schematic design work with a registered architect and LEED Accredited Professional with current work including the first passive house in the south. (Corey Saft, RA, LEED AP)