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Bio-regionally Appropriate Architecture Collaboration and Planning for a Cleaner,
Healthier Planet
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BENJAMIN C. OBREGON
ARCHITECT
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Benjamin Obregon, Architect, Austin, Texas. Private Practice Oct. 1993-Present
Residential and commercial site analysis, master planning, and design emphasizing
sustainable concepts
Presentation drawings contract documents, specifications, bid evaluation and contract
administration
Consultation and public speaking re: sustainable building systems with emphasis on
materials and resource conservation, passive heating, cooling and natural ventilation.
Contract Employment Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems, 1993-1994
Habitat for Humanity, Tucson, 1996
Steinbomer & Associates. Austin, Texas. Vice President, September 2000-August 2002
Contract administration, on a variety of residential and commercial projects
Supervision and training of staff in design development, contract document production,
code review, bidding and contract administration.
Residential and Commercial Contract Documents and Specifications
Code analysis (including Texas Accessibility Standards), and permitting negotiations
L. M. Holder III, FA.I.A. Austin, Texas. Senior Project ArchitectApril 1998-September
2000,
ArchitectFeb. 1995 to Dec. 1995
Contract administration, on a variety of residential and commercial projects
Supervision and training of staff in design development, contract document production,
code review, bidding and contract administration of a variety of commercial and
residential projects
Residential and Commercial Contract Documents and Specifications
Code analysis (including Texas Accessibility Standards), and permitting negotiations
Austin Habitat for Humanity, Austin, Texas. Construction Project ManagerApril 1997 to
April 1998
Project supervision including training volunteers, supervising construction, and
coordinating all materials
acquisitions, permits, and other items as necessary for two to four single family
projects at a time
Building Design and Construction Documents
William J. Scudder, Architect, Austin, Texas. Senior Project ManagerJune 1985Feb.
1987, Oct. 1989Oct. 1993
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InternJune 1983June 1985
Supervision and training of office staff in design development, production, and code
review
on a variety of residential, commercial, and multi-family projects
Client contact, code and specification analysis (inc. Americans with Disabilities Act
evaluation), project documentation, negotiation with various city and state regulatory
agencies, and dispute resolution
Presentation drawings and contract documents
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS & ACTIVITIES
City of Austin Green Building Program member since 1994
Straw Bale Association of Texas (S.B.A.T.) founding member, code coordination committee
member, activities coordination committee member, miscellaneous presentations regarding
straw bale construction
1996 Green Builder Conference, Austin Texas planning committee, coordinator of
activities for S.B.A.T. Speaker on local straw bale construction activities, organizer and
moderator of roundtable discussion Green Building, Where are our Ecological Footprints
Leading?
C.O.A. Straw Bale Code Review Committee Chairman committee organization in conjunction
with the COA Green Building Program, research, assimilation and organization of
information regarding existing codes and testing, record keeper, facilitator, spokesperson
at Fire and Code Board meetings 1996, 1997
1998 Planning Summit for Sustainability in the Building Codes, Hesperia California
Steering committee member
2000-2005 Renewable Energy Roundup, Fredericksburg, Texas Speaker
2006 International Straw Bale Building Conference, Lakefield Ontario Speaker
2007 Renewable Energy Roundup, Fredericksburg, Texas Speaker
2007 Natural Building Colloquium Texas, Kerrville Texas Speaker
2009 City of Austin Green Builder Program Contractor s Education Lecture Series, Austin
Texas-Speaker
2011 City of Austin Green Builder Program Contractor s Education Lecture Series, Austin
Texas-Speaker
PUBLICATIONS, HONORS AND AWARDS
Building Innovation in Homeownership Award; presented by the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development on behalf of the National Partners in Homeownership. 1996 Habitat
for Humanity Straw Bale Home Tucson (Construction supervisor)
Four Star Rating Austin Green Building Program 1998 Aronow-Obregon Residence
(Architect, Owner, Builder)
Five Star Rating Austin Green Building Program 2000 Aronow-Obregon Residence
(Architect, Owner, Builder)
Three Star Rating-Austin green Building program-2006 Shomos Residence (Architect)
Five Star Rating Austin Green Building Program-2008 Small Residence (Architect)
Five Star Rating Austin Green Building Program-2011 Wylie Residence (Architect)
Austin Monthly Magazine, The Green Issue (see Schultz Habitable Barn) April 2007
Austin Construction Magazine. Interview June 2007
Austin American Statesman, Interview in the article Those in straw houses August 2007
The Good Life Magazine, Article in Shelter section What is Green Building? October 2007
Austin American Statesman. Article regarding the Small Residence, July 2010
EDUCATION AND PERSONAL INFORMATION
Education; Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas Bachelor of Environmental
Design, December, 1981, Tarkington High School, Cleveland, Texas Valedictorian, National
Merit Semi-Finalist, Student Body President 1976
Interests; Sustainable building systems, indigenous architecture, resource conservation
in construction, affordable housing concepts, photography, literature, travel, and outdoor
recreation
PARTIAL LIST OF PREVIOUS PROJECTS
RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS
Benjamin C. Obregon Architect
Gray Residence, Leander, TX. Architect on a 2,760 s.f. 3 bdrm, 2-1/2 bath straw bale home
with a large open loft, attached carport and a pottery studio. The Pottery Studio and
Guest bedroom moodule are separated from the main home by a Dog Trot. The home has a full
length south facing covered porch and is orientated for passive solar heating, cooling and
natural ventilation. Pella windows and a snap lock metal roof over spray insulation at the
underside of the roof decking complete the thermal envelope. Estimated Completed in the
Spring of 2011.
Wylie Residence, Austin, TX. Architect on a 2,485 s.f. 3 bdrm, 3-1/2 bath home
constructed with an infill straw bale wall system and orientated for passive solar
heating, cooling and natural ventilation. The natural ventilation is enhanced by the Dog
Trot, stacked ventilation and lookout tower that doubles as a thermal chimney. The home
features 2 separate mother in law suites opening onto the east facing courtyard, a
separate master suite and a second living area w/ balcony above the Dog Trot. Pex
Plumbing, Radiant floor heating and a ductless inverter mini split system provide the
utility services. In addition a 26 gauge snap lock metal roof over spray insulation,
applied to the underside of the roof decking provides attic space inside the thermal
envelope. This project will reach 5 stars on the City Of Austin Green Building Rating
System. Estimated Completed in February 2011.
Blacklock Residence, Cameron, TX. Architect on a 1,970 s.f. home w/ a downstairs master
and upstairs loft with separate sleeping and media areas. The home has a wrap around porch
with 944 s.f. of screened area and 400 s.f. of covered open area. The thermal envelope is
constructed of a snap lock metal roof, 2x6 studs w/ the cavities and underside of the roof
deck filled w/ spray foam insulation, a high efficiency HVAC system and Marvin windows.
Completed 2010
Stevens Renovation, Cameron, TX. Architect on the renovation of an existing 2 bdrm, 1
bath farm cottage. The existing cottage was gutted. The ceiling was raised from 8 to 9
and new roof trusses were added. Spray foam insulation was added to the underside of the
roof deck and to the stud cavities. New Marvin windows a metal roof and a new HVAC unit
helped complete the energy upgrades. A covered wrap around porch added 800 s.f. of
screened outdoor living area and 400 s.f. of covered outdoor living area. Completed in
2010
McGeary Residence, Cameron, TX. Architect on a 2,400 s.f. 3 bdrm, 2 bath home constructed
of a fiber cement block wall system and orientated for passive solar heating, cooling and
natural ventilation. The natural ventilation is enhanced by the lookout tower that doubles
as a thermal chimney. The home features a full length South facing porch, minimal windows
with West facing exposure, rainwater collection and a PV array. In addition a 26 gauge
snap lock metal roof over spray insulation, applied to the underside of the roof decking
provides attic space inside the thermal envelope. A stained concrete living area, cork
floor in the kitchen, a centrally located wood stove, metal clad wood double pane
insulated windows, and a seer 14 HVAC system with the ducts located inside the thermal
envelope help keep the temperature stable. Project Completed in August 2010
2105 Glendale, Austin, TX. Architect on the complete renovation and additions to an
existing 3,136.00 s.f. Travis Heights Bungalow. The project included a new kitchen and
master suite upstairs while taking advantage of the existing wood floors and detailing in
the Living and Dining Rooms. The lower floor was completely rebuilt with 2 new bathrooms,
3 bedrooms, a game room and media room separated by a wet bar, and a rebuilt utility room.
New windows and HVAC as well as extra insulation were also added. Preliminary estimates
indicate this project should reach a level 3 on the City Of Austin Green Building Rating
System. Project Completed in September 2008
Small Residence, Austin, TX. Architect on a 2,416 s.f. 2 story home with a 550.00 s.f.
artist studio. The buildings are designed and orientated to provide privacy from the
street. In addition the building massing helps funnel breezes to the home s windows. As
you enter the covered walkway and pass the garage/art studio, the interior courtyard opens
up before you. Screened and covered porches as well as the upstairs balcony enhance indoor-
outdoor living. Casement windows with operable transoms provide flow through ventilation
and help exhaust heat. A high efficiency HVAC system with insulated ductwork provides
interior climate control. The building s energy envelope is completed by 2X6 studs w/ wet-
blown cellulose, Icynene or R-19 cotton batt insulation, a snap lock metal roof over a
radiant barrier and R-30 roof insulation. The second floor and roof are constructed of pre-
engineered trusses. The first floor is stained concrete and the second floor bamboo. The
Home was completed in the fall of 2008. It achieved a 5 star rating on the City of Austin
Green Building Rating System
Christopher Residence, Westlake Hills, TX. Architect on a 3600 s.f. main house and a 2
car garage with a 570 s.f. artist studio above. Buildings and garage are placed to
maximize natural cooling and views. Indoor-outdoor living is enhanced with a covered south
facing porch. Fiber-cement block construction will provide a strong, well insulated home.
Low VOC paints and stains, recycled materials, a metal roof, double pane insulated glass
windows, low flow plumbing fixtures and a high efficiency HVAC system will enhance the
homes energy package. 2007-2009. Preliminary estimates indicate this home should reach a 4
or 5 star rating on the City of Austin Green Building Rating System.
Marshall Residence, Bertram, TX. Architect on a 3000 s.f. main house and an 1100 s.f.
guest house. Buildings and garage are placed to maximize natural cooling and views. Indoor-
outdoor living is enhanced with a covered south facing porch. Fiber-cement block
construction will provide a strong, well insulated home. Low VOC paints and stains,
recycled materials, a metal roof, double pane insulated glass windows, low flow plumbing
fixtures and a high efficiency HVAC system will enhance the homes energy package. 2007-
2009. Preliminary estimates indicate this home should reach a 4 or 5 star rating on the
City of Austin Green Building Rating System
Oney Paige Residence, Dripping Springs, TX. Architect on 1582.00 s.f. main house with a
144.00 s.f. screened porch, a 386.00 s.f. covered porch and a 308.00 s.f. guest cottage.
The home, cottage and porches are located to utilize 2 48 diameter oak trees for
shading, ventilation and indoor-outdoor living. Exterior shade trellis block the sun from
the outdoor kitchen area. 2x6 stud walls with wet blown cellulose or Icynene insulation
combine with a pre-engineered roof truss system and Icynene ceiling insulation to create
an energy efficient envelope. A high efficiency HVAC system with sealed ductwork, a demand
water heater and low flow plumbing fixtures combine with flow through ventilation and high
ceilings to help maximize comfort levels and minimize utility bills. Project completed in
the fall of 2010. Preliminary estimates indicate this home should reach 3 stars on the
City of Austin Green Building Rating System
Benziger Residence, Bertram, TX. Architect on a 2520.00 s.f straw bale home with a 224.00
s.f. covered porch. The home is oriented for passive solar heating, cooling and natural
ventilation. The straw wall system s insulation is complimented by the metal roof with a
radiant barrier and R-30 roof insulation along with the double-hung, double pane insulated
windows with a Low-E film. A demand water heater and low-flow plumbing fixtures help
reduce water usage. 2007-2008. Preliminary estimates indicate this home should reach a 4
or 5 star rating on the City of Austin Green Building Rating System
Copenhaver Residence, Cuero, TX. Architect on a new 4200 S.F. home designed and located
to maximize passive solar heating, cooling and natural ventilation. The home is
constructed of fiber cement blocks and a post and beam straw bale wall system w/ a clay
tile roof, rainwater collection system and full length wrap around covered porches to
enhance indoor-outdoor living. Guest stay in a separate building that can be closed off to
lower utility cost when not in use. The main house numerous hand carved doors, cabinets,
post and other pieces or furniture/art incorporated into the design. Completed fall 2010
Beckwith Residence, Austin, TX. Architect on a 2,474 s.f. 2 story home with 350 s.f. of
screened porch and a covered balcony. The home utilizes a structurally insulated panel
wall system, metal roof and spray foam insulation. 2006. This home should reach a 4 star
rating on the City of Austin Green Building Rating System
Rainey Office/Storage, Austin, TX. Architect on a 432 s.f. office/storage building that
utilizes a peeled cedar post and beam structural system with straw bale in-fill. The
building s energy efficiency is further enhanced by using a snap lock metal roof over
Icynene insulation. Preliminary estimates indicate this home should reach a 4 star rating
on the City of Austin Green Building Rating System. Completed in 2008.
605 Peacock, Austin, TX. Architect on 2-2 unit Duplexes. Each 3 bedroon 2 bath unit has
approximately 2300 s.f. The homes utilize 2x6 studs w/ R-19 wall insulation or Grid Wall
(an insulated concrete form system). The remainder of the structural/thermal envelope
includes pre-engineered floor and roof trusses, a metal roof with continuous ridge and
soffit venting, radiant barrier and a minimum R-30 roof insulation (cotton batts, blown
cellulose or Iceyene). Flooring will be stained concrete first floors, bamboo second
floors. Interior finishes will include water based sealant s and low VOC paints and
stains. A high efficiency HVAC unit (seer 14.0) will be enhanced by ductwork with turning
vanes at all corners which is run in an insulated plenum. Habitable rooms shall have
dedicated return air ducts and ceiling fans. A whole building fan w/ insulated cover
completes the HVAC system. Wood, metal clad, double pane, low-e windows are located and
sized to enhance natural ventilation and minimize heat gain. The plumbing will include
restroom exhaust fans rated for continuous use, vented to the outside and tied to a
humidistat, a demand water heater and low-flow plumbing fixtures. Exterior security
lighting will be tied to motion detectors. Interior lighting will be task based and shall
utilize long life fluorescent bulbs when possible. In addition, each unit has a heat
recirculating fireplace with outside combustion air, a balcony, A courtyard and separate
fenced yard. Some units will have downtown views. Preliminary estimates indicate this
project should reach a level 3 or 4 on the City Of Austin green Building Rating System.
Completed 2008
LaJoie Residence, Bertram, TX. Architect on a 1,800 s.f. 3 bdrm, 2 bath home that is
orientated to capture the prevailing breezes while providing a view of the Hill Country to
the North. The home features extended overhangs, R-30 ceiling insulation, radiant barrier
decking, continuous ridge and soffit venting, a 26 gauge snap lock metal roof, 2x6 stud
walls w/ R-19 batt insulation, Pella metal clad wood double pane insulated windows, and a
seer 14 HVAC system with the ducts located inside the thermal envelope. Project Completed
in October 2007
2506 Wilson Avenue, Austin, TX. Architect on a 2-unit Condominium project in South
Austin. Green Specifications: Each 1950 s.f. home utilizes 2x6 studs w/ R-19 wall
insulation. The remainder of the structural/thermal envelope includes pre-engineered floor
and roof trusses, a metal roof with continuous ridge and soffit venting, radiant barrier
and a minimum R-30 roof insulation (cotton batts, blown cellulose or Icynene). Flooring
will be stained concrete first floors, bamboo second floors. Interior finishes will
include water based sealants and low VOC paints and stains. A high efficiency HVAC unit
(seer 14.0) will be enhanced by rigid ductwork with turning vanes at all corners which is
run in an insulated plenum. Habitable rooms shall have dedicated return air ducts and
ceiling fans. A whole building fan w/ insulated cover completes the HVAC system. Wood,
metal clad, double pane, low-e windows are located and sized to enhance natural
ventilation and minimize heat gain. The plumbing includes a demand water heater and low-
flow plumbing fixtures as well as restroom exhaust fans rated for continuous use, vented
to the outside and tied to a humidistat. Exterior security lighting will be tied to motion
detectors. Interior lighting will be task based and shall utilize long life fluorescent
bulbs when possible. 2005-2007
Shomos Residence, Hays county, TX. Architect on a new home nestled between the oak trees
on a gently sloping hillside facing north. The 3 bdrm 2 bath home has 2,120 S.F. of heated
and cooled space (of which 688 s.f. is a master suite encompassing the second floor.) The
home s long axis runs east to west and it is shaded by large oaks on the southeast, south,
southwest sides and west sides. Passive solar heating and cooling is further accentuated
by a 2nd floor covered porch and 1st floor covered and screened porch, (both on the south
side). The home features extended overhangs, R-30 ceiling insulation, radiant barrier
decking, continuous ridge and soffit venting, a 26 gauge snap lock metal roof, 2x6 stud
walls w/ wet blown cellulose insulation, a thermal chimney, Pella metal clad wood double
pane insulated windows, a rainwater collection system and a seer 14 HVAC system. In
addition, there is a separate 384 S.F. artist studio w/ a covered porch and views to the
valley beyond. 2005, 2006. This project received a 3-Star rating by the City of Austin
Green Building Rating System.
Creedle Reynolds Addition, Austin, TX. Architect on a 570.00 s.f. addition and foundation
repair to an existing 1250.00 s.f. home. The addition was designed around and under a
cluster of mature oak trees and oriented for passive solar heating, cooling and natural
ventilation. Energy efficiency was further enhanced with R-13 wall and R-30 ceiling
insulation, a radiant barrier and continuous ridge and soffit venting. Preliminary
estimates indicate this project should reach a level 2 or 3 on the City Of Austin Green
Building Rating System. 2005, 2006
Kelly Residence, Seguin, TX. Architect on a new 2620 S.F. home, located on the Guadalupe
River. The home has 2x6 stud walls w/ R-19 batt insulation, a metal roof w/ radiant
barrier decking, R-30 insulation and double pane low e-windows. 2005, 2006
Anthony Residence, Driftwood, TX. Architect on a new 1670 S.F. home, designed and located
to maximize natural ventilation, and passive solar heating and cooling. Additional
features include an ICFS wall system (Perform wall, Grid wall or Rastra block), metal roof
w/ cotton batt or icynene insulation, rainwater collection system, and SEER 14 HVAC w/
metal ductwork located inside the thermal envelope. 2004, 2005
Smith Addition/Renovation, Austin, TX. Architect on a 162 S.F. addition and extensive
renovation to an existing 1768 S.F. home. The project enlarged the existing living room,
created a dining area, new kitchen and utility room by re-configuring interior space and
enclosing an existing carport. Energy efficiency was enhanced with R-13 wall and R-30
ceiling insulation, a radiant barrier and a covered porch and shade trellis. 2003, 2004.
Nehme-Renteria Addition, Austin, TX. Architect on an 1105 S.F. addition to an existing
822 s.f. home that adds a second floor family area and opens up the existing first floor.
The home has a demand water heater, high efficiency zoned hvac system, a whole house fan,
total fill attic insulation and double pane low-e windows. 2004
Von Roemer Residence, Austin, TX. Architect on a 6600 S.F. residence w/ A lookout tower
that also serves as a thermal chimney, 2 guest cabana s and wrap around porches. The home
has a 360-degree view and is situated to capture the prevailing southeasterly breeze.
Energy efficiency and strength are maximized with a high insulation ICFS system, R-30 roof
insulation, radiant barrier decking, Pella windows, demand water heaters and a centralized
HVAC system with all ducts inside the thermal envelope. 2004. 2006
Culler Residence, Harper, TX. Architect on a 2000 s.f. new home that utilizes a post and
beam structural system with straw bale in-fill. The home will have 3 separate buildings
connected by a common roof to provide multiple opportunities for incorporating nature into
the daily living experience. It incorporates breezeways and massing to create ventilation
and provide privacy. Energy will be provided by solar panels with a generator backup.
2003, 2004
Fix-Torres Residence, Austin, TX. Architect on a 3100 s.f. new home. The home utilizes a
post and beam structural system with straw bale in-fill. It is located to maximize passive
solar orientation and natural ventilation. In addition, a metal roof and radiant barrier
decking further reduce energy bills. 2003, 2004
Schultz Habitable Barn, Bastrop, TX. Architect on a 2370 s.f. new home. The home design
is based on a Gambrel roofed barn. The building was located for passive solar heating,
cooling and natural ventilation. In addition, the project utilizes a structurally
insulated panel wall system, a metal roof with radiant barrier decking, R-30 batt
insulation, a full length covered porch on the south and minimal openings on the west to
reduce energy usage and increase livable area. 2003, 2004
Bata Residence, Austin, TX. Architect on a 3398 s.f. new home. The project utilizes a
Cempo panel wall system (an environmentally friendly, recycled materials product with
exceptional insulation), and is located to maximize sunset views and passive solar
ventilation while providing protection from the afternoon sun with full length covered
porches to the west. 2003, 2004
Ham-Yates Addition, Austin, TX. Architect on an 800 S.F. addition to an existing home.
The project utilizes a Cempo panel wall system and will have a metal roof and radiant
barrier to further reduce energy bills. 2002, 2003
Merritt-Patton Residence, Georgetown, TX. Architect on a 3800 S.F. stone and wood home,
with the long axis running east to west. Additional passive solar features include 10
deep full length covered porches at both floors on the south side, 2x6 stud walls with R-
19 batt insulation, R-30 roof insulation with continuous ridge and soffit vents and
radiant barrier decking, a stone veneer on 3 sides, minimal window openings on the west
side, SEER 14 HVAC w/ all ducts located in the thermal envelope. 2002, 2003
Rohlich Addition, Austin, TX. Architect on a 540 S.F. addition (300 s.f. living, 240 s.f.
covered porch) to an existing 800 s.f. Central Austin home. 2002, 2003
Maffei Farms, Roundtop, TX. Architect on a farmhouse, barn, guest cottage and artist
studio constructed of load bearing and post and beam straw bale construction. 2000, 2003
Boynton Residence, Spicewood, TX. Schematic Design for a 2200 S.F., steel frame straw
bale home overlooking Lake Travis. The building is located for views and passive solar
heating and cooling. Natural ventilation is enhanced by a breeze corridor separating the
living and sleeping portions of the home similar in style to the old Texas Dog Trot .
Porches and building mass enhance the views and provide shading from the afternoon sun.
2002
Weissflogg Residence, Dripping Springs, TX. Design on a 2800 S.F. home with a
structurally insulated panel (S.I.P.) roof over a timber frame with straw bale and S.I.P.
walls. 1999, 2000
Wallace-Strickland Residence, Georgetown, TX. Architect on a 2430 S.F. post and beam
straw bale home orientated for passive solar heating and cooling with full length covered
porches on the east and west sides, flow thru ventilation, stained concrete floors,
masonry fireplace w/ integral CMU heat sink, rainwater collection system, and low VOC
finishes. 1998,1999
Herrmann Residence, Fredericksburg TX. Architect on a 3285 S.F. post and beam straw bale
residence with integral photography studio/wedding chapel. 1998, 1999
Aronow-Obregon Residence, Bee Cave, TX. Architect on a 2135 S.F. 2-story, straw bale home
built with a recycled post and beam structure, finger jointed studs, a rainwater
collection system, cotton batt insulation and many other green features. This project
was the first new building to achieve the highest rating on the City of Austin Green
Building Program Rating System (4 star in 1998). When re-evaluated in 2001, the home
became the first new building to achieve the highest rating under the new system (5 star).
1996, 1997
Habitat for Humanity Residence, Tucson, AZ. Construction Supervisor on a 1470 S.F.
passive solar, straw bale home built in conjunction with the City of Tucson and the Tucson
Urban League. 1996
Varvel Residence, Torrey, Utah, Architect on a 1840 S.F. 2-story, passive solar home. The
home is in a high valley (7000 feet elevation) w/ mountains on all sides. Orientation
brings in the winter sun and focuses views on the red mountains to the North and the
towering peaks to the south. The home features 2x6 stud walls w/ R-19 Batt insulation, R-
30 ceiling insulation w/ a radiant barrier and continuous ridge and soffit vents and a
full-length porch facing the morning sun. 1996
Carlton Residence, Lockhart, TX. Architect on a 2800 S.F. 2-story home utilizing passive
heating and cooling concepts and set in a hillside for thermal considerations. 1995, 1996
Rowe-Orlando Residence, Hays County, TX. Architect on a 2200 S.F. post and beam, straw
bale home oriented for passive solar heating and natural ventilation. 1995, 1996
Buchanan Residence, Austin, TX. Architect on a 3400 S.F. 2-story stone and cedar
farmhouse designed to utilize passive heating and cooling concepts. 1994, 1995
Phillips Addition, Hays, County, TX. Architect on a 1200 S.F. addition to a stone cabin.
1994
Tiemann Addition, Pflugerville, Texas. Architect on a 1400 S.F. stone guesthouse. 1993
L.M. Holder III F.A.I.A.
Medina Residence, Austin, TX. Project Architect for all phases of a remodel/addition to
change an existing 2200 S.F. residence into a 2800 s.f. boarding house including Zoning
and Site Plan negotiations. 2000
Mckinin Johnson Studio, Washington County, TX. Project Architect for construction
documents bidding and contractor negotiations on an 1855 S.F. pottery studio. 1999, 2000
Burki Residence, Dallas, TX. Project Architect for the construction document stage of a
4380 S.F. passive solar residence. 1998
Spoonts Residence, Austin, TX. Project Architect from design development through
construction documents phases for a 6000 S.F. 1 story passive solar home. 1998
William J. Scudder, Architect
Thomas Residence, Austin, Texas. Design Development and Production on a 5,200 S.F., 3
Story house. 1986, 1987
Baker Residence, San Antonio, Texas, Project Manager on a 4,000 S.F. Ranch House. 1985
INSTUTIONAL BUILDINGS
Benjamin C. Obregon Architect & Steinbomer & Associates Architects
Fort Hood Environmental Green Building, Fort Hood, TX. Architect on a 4000 S.F. post and
beam straw-bale
bioremediation training facility for the U.S Army. Project would be the first strawbale
building constructed by the U.S. military with the goal of a silver rating on the SPIRIT
rating system. 2001, 2002
Steinbomer & Associates Architects
Texas Association of Counties State Headquarters, Austin, TX. Project Architect in charge
of programming, space planning, code review, accessibility review and construction
documents for an 8 story high rise building. 2000, 2002
L.M. Holder III F.A.I.A.
North Austin Support Center, Austin, TX, Team member responsible for sustainable
materials evaluation for a City of Austin Bus Maintenance Facility, including development
of the evaluation criteria, applying said criteria to specific materials and recommending
materials based on the sustainable guidelines. (Note: after evaluation of the City of
Austin Green Building Rating System, The LEED rating system and the A.I.A. Environmental
Resource Guidelines, The LEED Rating System was picked as the rating criteria for the
project), 2000
State of Texas Natural Daylighting Retrofit, Austin, TX, Team Member on the energy
analysis, product evaluation, design and contract documents for a natural daylighting
retrofit of 2 State Warehouses. 1995
COA AIRPORT Austin, TX, Team Member on the energy analysis of the new facility at
Bergstrom. Duties included inputting building model into daylight analysis program to
determine shading design. 1995
William J. Scudder, Architect
Texas Dept. of Transportation, Austin, TX. Project Manager on a 218,000 S.F. 3 building
project (190,000-s.f. renovation/tenant finish out and 28,000 s.f. of new
construction/tenant finish out). 1990 1992
Texas Air Control Board, Austin, TX. Project Manager on an 18,000 S.F. Lab addition and a
30,000 s.f. renovation/tenant finish out. 1991, 1992
Texas Water Commission, Austin, Texas. Project Manager on a 65,000 S.F. renovation/finish
out. 1991, 1992
COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
Benjamin C. Obregon Architect
Trudy s Southern Star Restaurant Addition (unbuilt), Austin, TX. Designer, and Project
Manager on a 2,400 S.F. 2-Story Restaurant Addition. 1985, 1986
L.M. Holder III F.A.I.A.
Chick Day Care, Cedar Park, TX. Programming, schematic design, code review, design
development and supervision of construction document preparation, for a 14,550 S.F. Day
Care. 2000
EEA Office Building, Austin, TX. Design development, TAS and building code review, client
contact, supervision of construction document preparation, bidding (including addenda and
clarifications as needed) bid review and contractor recommendations, owner-contractor
contract preparation, for a 16,300 S.F. 2-story office building. Change orders,
clarifications and dispute resolution during construction. 1999
Littlefield Building, Austin, TX. 5th-6th Floor Restroom Renovations, As-built
measurements and plans for TAS restroom upgrades. Construction document supervision,
building code review. 1999
Littlefield Mall, Austin, TX. As-built measurements and plans of existing lease spaces,
(including a multi-
level health club) parking garage and common areas for accessibility analysis.
Construction document supervision for garage and restroom TAS upgrades. 1999
Scarborough Building, Austin, TX. As-built measurements and plans for accessibility
analysis. Supervision of construction document preparation, bidding (including addenda and
clarifications as needed) bid review and contractor recommendations, owner-contractor
contract preparation, and dispute resolution for elevator upgrades, accessible path
renovations and restroom upgrades. 1999
The Bluffs at Shepherd Mountain, Austin, TX. Code review and supervision of construction
document preparation on a 30,200 S.F. 3-story office building. 1998, 1999
Jester Village Building 3, Austin, TX. Code review and supervision of construction
document preparation on an 11,651 S.F. 2-story retail building. 1998
William J. Scudder, Architect
Hibbert Medical Clinic, Austin, Texas, Project Manager on a 5,600 S.F. Doctor s
office/out patient surgery center. 19891991
Texicalli Grill Restaurant, Austin, Texas. Project Manager on a 6,700 S.F. 2-Story,
Restaurant. 1985
3208 Red River, Austin, Texas, Project Manager on an 18,000 S.F. remodel/tenant finish
out. 1992
BANKING PROJECTS
Saxelbye, Powell, Roberts and Ponder
Barnett Bank, Prima Vista, Port St. Lucie, Florida. Project Manager on a 43,500 S.F. 4
Story, New Facility and the renovation of an existing 15,700 s.f. 2 story facility. 1987,
1988
Barnett Bank, Longboat Key, Longboat Key, Florida. Project Manager on a 2,100 S.F. Tenant
Improvement, 1988
Barnett Bank, Kings Lake, Naples, Florida. Project Manager on a 4,456 S.F. New Facility.
1987
Barnett Bank, Lehigh Acres, Ft. Meyers, Florida. Project Manager on a 3,700 S.F. 2 Story,
New Facility. 1987
TENNANT FINISH OUT PROJECTS
L.M. Holder III F.A.I.A.
Jester Village, Austin, TX.
Jester Market, Building code review, client contact, bid supervision (including addenda
and clarifications as needed) bid review and contractor recommendations, owner-contractor
contract preparation, for a 3525 S.F. convenience grocery, sandwich and yogurt shop.
Change orders, clarifications and dispute resolution as needed during construction
administration. 1999, 2000
Executive Offices, Code review, design development, supervision of construction documents
and bidding, change orders and dispute resolution as needed during construction of a 4700
S.F. speculative office space. 1998, 1999
Jester Video, Code review, supervision of construction documents and bidding change
orders and dispute resolution as needed during construction of a 5017 S.F. video store,
coffee shop. 1998
Austin Centre, Austin, TX.
CMP Media, As-built measurements and drawings, design development, code review, and
supervision of construction document preparation for a 4300 S.F. media company. 1998
Scarborough Building, Austin, TX.
Activerse, Asbestos abatement, TAS review and renovation, as-built measurements and
drawings, design development, code review, and supervision of construction document
preparation, permit negotiations, bidding, bid and contractor negotiation, construction
administration (including change orders, pay request authorization, and dispute
resolution) on a 20,000 S.F. software development firm. 1999
C-3, Schematic design for a 20,000 S.F. phone switch company. 1999Perry Brooks Building, Austin, TX.
Data Tomato, Client contact, programming, as-built measurements and drawings, schematic
design, code review, and construction document supervision for a 1765 S.F. internet start-
up company. 2000
Therma-Wave, Initial client contact, programming, as-built measurements and drawings,
schematic design, design development, code review, supervision of construction document
preparation, bidding (including addenda and clarifications as needed) bid review and
contractor recommendations, owner-contractor contract preparation, and dispute resolution
for a 2481 S.F. software firm. 1999, 2000
Select Management, Initial client contact, programming, asbestos abatement coordination,
as-built measurements and drawings, schematic design, design development, code review,
supervision of construction document preparation, bidding (including addenda and
clarifications as needed) bid review and contractor recommendations, owner-contractor
contract preparation, for a 7000 S.F. document storage company. Change orders and dispute
resolution as needed during contract administration. 1999, 2000
Sheshunoff, As-built measurements and drawings, schematic design, design development,
code review, supervision of construction document preparation, and bidding for an 8290
S.F. proposed tenant. 1999
One Highland Center, Austin, TX.
Sylva Engineering, Construction document code review and contract administration for a
2475 s.f. professional office. 2000
Peak Performers, Code review, supervision of construction document preparation, bidding
and contract administration for a 700 S.F. employment agency for handicapped people. 1999,
2000MULTI-FAMILY PROJECTS
William J. Scudder, Architect
Twin Rock Apts. Austin, Texas, Architectural team member on a 11.3 acre, 195 unit
consolidated planning commission site plan. 1991, 1992
Oak Run Phase 8, Austin, Texas. Project Manager and Surveyor on a 114-Unit, Multi-Family
Complex. 1985, 1987
Oak Run re-plat, Austin, Texas, Project Manager for the combination of Oak Run Phase I
through VII into a single P.U.D. 1984 1985
Oak Run Phase 7, Austin, Texas, Draftsman and Surveyor on an 80 unit multi-family
complex. 1983, 1984
MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTSBenjamin C. Obregon Architect
SPIN, SXSW-2002, Client contact, programming, plan preparation, negotiations with the
Fire Marshall and building officials, bidding (including addenda and clarifications as
needed) bid review and contractor recommendations, owner-contractor contract preparation
and contract administration for a one time large assembly occupancy in the old Strait
Music Company Building on West 5th Street. 2000
SPIN, SXSW-2001, Client contact, programming, plan preparation, negotiations with the
Fire Marshall and building officials, bidding (including addenda and clarifications as
needed) bid review and contractor recommendations, owner-contractor contract preparation
and contract administration for a one time large assembly occupancy in the old City of
Austin Electric Utility Building on West 5th Street. 2000
L.M. Holder III F.A.I.A.
Powell Spec Houses, Project Architect for 4 speculative homes constructed of structurally
insulated panel systems. Two of the models are TAS accessible. 1999, 2000
SPIN, SXSW-2000, Client contact, programming, plan preparation, negotiations with the
Fire Marshall and building officials, bidding (including addenda and clarifications as
needed) bid review and contractor recommendations, owner-contractor contract preparation
and contract administration for a one time large assembly occupancy in the old Covert
Buick Building on West 5th Street. 2000
Spin, SXSW-99, Client contact, programming, plan preparation, negotiations with the Fire
Marshall and building officials, bidding (including addenda and clarifications as needed)
bid review and contractor recommendations, owner-contractor contract preparation and
contract administration for a one time large assembly occupancy in the basement of the
Scarbrough Building. 1999
Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems
The Tejas Council of Campfire, Waco, TX. Architectural Team Member on a Master Plan for a
400 acre environmental education facility. 1993, 1994
Advanced Green Builder Home, Austin, TX. Architectural Team Member on a 5000 S.F. 3-story
environmentally sustainable demonstration home. 1993, 1994
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