Dana Havens Owen, Reg. Landscape Architect
Kirtland, Ohio 44094
440-***-**** (cell)
******@**********.***
Objective:
To integrate my diverse work experience into all my projects;
use my profession to make a contribution to my community;
combine all my skills, talent and experiences to provide quality
design; and continue to learn and grow knowledge of the
profession through project participation, networking, and
continued education.
Qualifications:
. Over 20 years experience in diverse and unique projects,
from conceptual design through construction
implementation, for residential projects and unique
commercial applications.
. Have produced detailed site analysis studies, master
plans, planting and grading plans, site construction
documents and details, specifications and bid documents.
. Possess strong creativity, innovation, and graphic skills
both in rendering and sketches. Prepared creative design
brochures, RFQ's, project boards and award submittals for
presentations, marketing, and sales purposes.
. Have worked effectively with clients, partners, senior
designers, and other professionals including architects
and engineers on an array of projects requiring
innovative solutions. Have also worked within other
offices as a team member on special projects.
Skills:
. Proficient in AutoCAD 2007, SketchUp, Excel, Word,
Publisher, Power Point
. Excellent design and graphic skills
. Knowledgeable in diverse plant materials from woody plants
to herbaceous plant materials
. Participated in and prepared lectures, classes, and intern
programs
Professional Experience:
Floyd Brown Group, Inc. Senior Landscape Architect
Design & Engineering Firm - Akron, Ohio
Currently participate in design development of parks and greenways for
various Cities and Park Districts; assist in the development of project
design presentations and reports. Designs have included trails and
bikeways, parks and nature trails, sustainable practices, wetland
enhancement, water quality studies, and stream restoration in an
environment of cooperation between Landscape Architects, Civil Engineers,
and Biologists.
The Pattie Group, Inc., Senior Landscape Architect
Landscape Design/Build Firm, Novelty, Ohio
. Provided extensive experience in unique residential and
commercial designs.
. Assisted project sales manager with the design process
from initial sales to project installation and
maintenance. Represented project team during presentation
meetings to clients, regulatory agencies, and other
professionals.
. Involved in all areas of project development including
site analysis, master planning, planting and grading
plans, construction details, plant material and product
selection, shop drawings, and 'as-built' records.
. Served as a project manager, overseeing the design and
installation of many of the Pattie Group's unique
projects, as well as collaborating with a mix of
architects and engineers on projects as the
representative landscape architect.
LIST OF PROJECTS & CLIENTS INCLUDES:
Andrews School-Main Entry and Equestrian Center; Cleveland
Botanical Garden-Flower Show Master Plan, Display Gardens and
Glass House Main Entry; American Greetings-Walking Park;
Kirtland Temple & Visitors Center; Crocker Park Multi-Family
Development; Private Residence Wetland Enhancement Project;
Holden Arboretum Rhododendron Garden & Trail System; Hundreds of
Residential Designs, Master Plans and Installations.
Cawrse & Associates, Inc., Landscape Architect - Project Manager
Land Planners & Landscape Architects
Chagrin Falls, Ohio
. Involved in a wide range of commercial landscape design
projects and residential land planning projects throughout
the Cleveland area.
. Responsibilities included project management, design
development from conceptual design to specifications and
bid documents.
. Worked with clients, architects and engineers on multiple
large-scale projects; worked in various design offices as a
team member producing design development documents.
. Produced marketing, award and presentation materials for
projects.
LIST OF PROJECTS & CLIENTS INCLUDES:
Barrington Country Club Entry & Club House; Mayfield Country
Club Clubhouse, Renovation and First Tee Redevelopment; City of
Solon Tennis Courts; Park Synagogue Memorial Gardens; City of
Shaker Playground; Burlington Green Condominiums; Residential
Developments- Land Planning and Master Landscape Plans, High End
Residential Designs
Scruggs & Hammond, Inc., Designer & Landscape Architect
Landscape Architects & Planners, Columbus, Ohio
. Assisted in working on a wide range of projects
throughout the United States from design development to
contract documentation.
. Major project experience included apartment & condominium
complex renovations, community centers, and park master
planning.
. Special areas included design conceptualization,
construction detailing, graphic design, and public
relations.
. Worked with Ohio Chapter ASLA toward Practice Law
registration and was Ohio Chapter Awards Chairman
LIST OF PROJECTS & CLIENTS INCLUDES:
Breaks Interstate Park, Inland Steel Residential Land Planning
Developments in Columbus Area, Parks & Recreation Developments
for City of Columbus. Drever, McIntosh, Inc., the acquisition,
enhancement and management of the company's apartment properties
and apartment conversions to condominiums throughout the United
States.
J.W. Seelbinder & Company, Landscape Designer
Landscape Design/Build/Maintenance Firm, Columbus, Ohio
. Coordinated residential design, installation and
maintenance for projects in the Columbus area.
. Assisted in market feasibility studies evaluating
properties for site development and prepared landscape
plans for Red Roof Inn sites throughout the United
States.
Education:
Landscape Architectural Courses - Texas A&M
University
B.S. Landscape Architecture - The Ohio State
University
Art Courses - Columbus College of Art and Design
Business Courses - Lakeland Community College
Professional Associations & Programs:
Cleveland Green Building Coalition & Entrepreneurs
for Sustainability E4S
LEAN & Ariens Working Smarter Training Challenge
Sustainable Construction & Stormwater Design
Courses
Lutheran Homeless Shelter - Community Gardens