Project Construction

Resume of

Michael A. Kashtan

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Education

Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA

. Masters of Interior Architecture (MIA)

. Cumulative GPA - 3.86

University of Maryland, College Park, MD

. Bachelor of Arts, College of Behavioral and Social Sciences

. Completed post baccalaureate coursework in architecture

Interior Architecture Experience

The Time Machine: 80's Collectibles, Arcade and Lounge

Project duration - January 2010 to April 2010

. Conducted site analysis of existing three-story, 30,000 sq. ft.

building located in Lawrenceville, PA

. Researched local economy and zoning plans to inform the proposed

design and commercial viability of introducing a new business

. Developed bubble and block diagrams to determine spatial

arrangements that achieve optimum productivity and efficiency

. Allocated space including wall and floor merchandise, prop

showcases, vestibules, aisles, stairwells, elevator, emergency

exits, cash wrap, offices, restrooms, storage and entertainment

. Created construction documents including reflected ceiling,

electrical and lighting plans, sections, elevations and detailed

casework

. Imported existing AutoCAD plans into Revit and created 3D model

and rendered perspectives; enhanced visuals using Photoshop

The Shawhan: Assisted Living Apartments

Project duration - September 2009 to December 2009

. Researched existing building structure located in Tiffin, OH

. Gathered information regarding American Disability Act

requirements and building code regulations to meet safety and

accessibility standards

. Created construction documents including reflected ceiling,

electrical and lighting plans, sections, elevations and detailed

casework

. Designed floor plans in AutoCAD and created 3D perspectives and

floor renderings using a combination of SketchUp and Photoshop

. Selected color palettes, furnishings, fixtures and equipment;

created specifications book to track material safety data,

billable hours and out-of-pocket expenses

. Created and plotted presentation displays of perspective

renderings

. Produced a scale model of two-story building, including

courtyard

. Presented finished project, including PowerPoint, presentation

board and model, to jury

. Project currently serves as coursework example at Chatham

University

Computer Proficiencies

. AutoCAD

. Revit Architecture

. Adobe Photoshop

. Google SketchUp

. Microsoft Office Suite

Relevant Coursework

. Computer Design Technology: AutoCAD & Revit

. Independent Study: Advanced Revit

. Interior Architecture Studio I, II, III and IV

. Drafting and Graphics

. Environment and Behavior

. Materials and Assemblies

. Lighting and Acoustics

. Color and Textiles

. Green Design and LEED

. Construction Documents

Additional Professional Experience

Academic Advisor - University of Maryland

January 2006 to June 2008

College Park, MD

. Managed 1,400 undergraduate student's progression toward a

degree

. Supervised graduate assistants and peer advisors

. Coordinated open houses and orientations for incoming and

transfer students

. Tracked student records and conducted audits

. Scheduled courses with registrar's office

. Coordinated and supervised graduation ceremonies

Instructor - University of Maryland

January 2006 to May 2006

College Park, MD

. Taught a 75-seated accredited course entitled "Major

Transitions: From Undergraduate to Professional."

Paralegal Assistant - State's Attorney Office

May 2005 to December 2005

Prince George's County, Maryland

. Developed, managed and updated a case database entry program

. Tracked and retrieved cases through the circuit court computer

system

. Compiled and presented statistical information at board meetings

. Assisted the State's Attorney, Deputy State's Attorney, Chief

Investigator and Community Prosecution Team

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