Design Project

AZITA P QUON

Architect, AIA, MBA, LEED AP BD+C

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Seasoned architect with a passion for great design. Aspires to leverage experience in architecture, planning, and interior design with holistic, marketable design solutions that are inspiring and sensitive to the environment and the community, with a collaborative design through construction approach to effectively manage cost for owners.

“Every project has an authentic story of its own and as architects it is up to us to uncover that which belongs and is unique in order to enrich the experience and the environment.”

I graduated from the University of Oregon with a 5-year bachelor degree in architecture. I have been part of the architectural community in Hawaii since the building industry boom of the late 80’s and have practiced with some of the very best firms in Hawaii. One of the early significant influences was at Ossipoff’s firm where I learned to appreciate his deliberate sensitivity to environment. Use of regional materials and craftsmanship, indoor outdoor living, building orientation that took advantage of what each site had to offer. I worked at Wimberly Allison Tong and Goo, Hemmeter development, and Projects International which brought Hawaii's resort architecture to the forefront in the world.

In 1996, I received an MBA degree from University of Hawaii with a focus in real estate development. I became drawn to design strategies driven by a vision and awareness towards preserving a strong sense of community, preserving environmental quality for people, preserving precious mauka-makai vistas, encouraging open space and landscape design in high density urban areas, and green sustainable approaches to architecture and development. I joined the firm of Architects Hawaii as a senior design architect, and worked on numerous large scale and complex built projects. I was able to expand my core strengths and foundation in a very broad and diverse range of project types ranging from hospitality, high-rise/mix-use residential, court house, schools, medical facilities, federal, government and institutional buildings.

Encouraged by the ‘Green Building movement’, I became LEED certified in 2009. I continue to practice architecture with the 'Green' design at heart, knowing that it has the promise of environmental, economic and social benefits that impact all building stakeholders, including owners, developers, builders and the general public at large. I was appointed to the Hawaii State Environmental Council in 2012 until 2015, where I co-chaired the annual report committee.

Currently I provide a diverse range of architectural and interior services to architectural firms and owners, varying in size and complexity: pre-design, master planning and feasibility; creation of architectural concept and strategic vision for project development; programming and conceptualization of projects; design development, contract documentation; permitting; project management and construction administration; interior work space planning, materials and finishes.

Credentials and a chronological experience description are as follows: AZITA P QUON

Architect, AIA, MBA, LEED AP BD+C

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Registered architect with interdisciplinary knowledge and experience in a broad range of projects in Hawaii and the Pacific Rim with some of the very best architectural firms in Hawaii. With a rich and diverse project experience varying in complexity and size: Hospitality and Resorts; Mixed-Use High Rise Residential; Courthouse; Educational; Commercial/Institutional; Government; Health Care (limited); and Single Family Residential. HIGHLIGHT OF SKILLS

Sound knowledge of design principles and green building concepts.

Knowledge of codes and regulatory standards; ADA; Fair-housing.

Strength and experience in project delivery from concept through construction phases; interdisciplinary design collaboration/coordination; and project management.

Construction administration experience with corporate interior renovation projects.

Design-build project delivery; collaborative design approach with contractors.

Strong in strategic visioning to create unique and distinctive environments that are inspiring, with emphasis in functionality and creating a sense of place and timelessness.

Strong in exploring cultural and regional contexts in order to provide identity and a clear direction to a project via story boards and scripting.

Strength in producing cost effective high value marketable design and environments that reflect client values, expectations and budget.

Skilled in converting program and function into spatial design.

Skilled in conducting feasibility best-use analysis.

Strong in analytical challenge of problem solving and creative thinking.

Strong leadership, management and mentoring skills.

Effective communicator with excellent skills for conveying ideas and design concepts to stakeholders and clients.

Excellent writing ability, graphic and presentation skills.

Skilled in planning, assessment and documentation reporting, and data analysis.

Adaptable, flexible, self-starter, work effectively with teams and collaborative environments. EDUCATION

Master’s in Business Administration (Executive MBA), with focus in Real Estate d University of Hawaii Manoa, Hawaii

Bachelor of Architecture (5 Year Degree), University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon Professional Licenses/Affiliations:

AIA Registered, Architect, State of Hawaii, License No. AR 9614 LEED AP BD+C, Accredited Professional since 2009, #10430539 Real Estate License, State of Hawaii, Real Estate Associate (RA), #57456 Technical proficiency:

Drawing: Auto-Cad, Completed Revit training 2017 (limited project exposure) General: Photoshop; InDesign; Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Access Database, PowerPoint. Selected Other:

Environmental Council: Member of the Hawaii State Environmental Council; July 2012-July 2015 Chaired the Annual Reports Committee, and wrote the EC 2012 report. Real Estate Development:

Academic Fellowships:

Real Estate courses at the Urban land Institute, Washington, DC Asia Pacific Business Studies, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Thailand and Korea, Philippines, Vietnam and Taiwan - business and political environments, and tourism infrastructures. London, summer research of Sir John Soan’s Museum. No Ka Oi Award: Taking extra effort to accomplish a comprehensive feasibility analysis on housing AZITA P QUON

Architect, AIA, MBA, LEED AP BD+C

Tel: 808-***-**** Email: ******@******.**.***

WORK EXPERIENCE

2011-Current Independent Architect

Full Range of Architectural Design Services

Currently engaged in providing a diverse range of architectural services to firms and clients: pre-design, planning and feasibility study; functional analysis and programming; existing assessment; concept design through construction documentation; project visioning; permitting; project management and interdisciplinary consultant coordination; construction administration corporate and office interiors; interiors design and space planning. Design-build project delivery, working with owners, consultants, and contractors.

Corporate/Commercial:

HMSA Headquarters Offices, Honolulu, HI: Contracted with AAI Architects 2014-2016. Design-Build interior renovations of 11-story office building. Existing assessment and documentation; phased preparation of contract documents; third party permitting; interior design coordination; interdisciplinary project coordination and management; phased construction administration; ADA compliance documentation.

Queen Emma Dormitory, Special Capital District, Honolulu, HI: Qcorp Development Inc. & Fung & Associates. Design-build conversion of historic 12-story Queen Emma office building into dormitory use. Leading design through construction documentation, and interior design.

Hospitality:

Hilton Hawaiian Village, Waikiki Special District, Honolulu, HI. Consultant to PAD Group. Design-build 500-Seating Luau facilities. Project designer, concept through design documentation; exterior/interior material selection, and coordination of specifications.

Sheraton Maui. Project designer, pool bar renovations, coffee shop, and amenities. Healthcare:

West Hawaii Health Center Clinic, Big Island, HI. Qcorp Development Inc. and Arcadia. Design-Build. Leading design through design development; architectural and interior design coordination throughout contract documentation and specifications.

North Community Health Center Renovation and Expansion, Big Island, HI. Qcorp Development. Leading the interior concept and vision strategy, and design development. Residential:

Design-Build with HK Construction. High end residential design services. James Residence, Black Point Coast, Honolulu, HI.

Qi Residence, Hawaii Loa Ridge, Honolulu, HI.

Kakesako House, 3020 Kahaloa Drive, Manoa, Oahu. Addition and extensive renovation, design through construction administration.

Dr. Pourmehr Residence, Mill Valley, CA. Design services for major addition and renovation.

Sarabandi Residence Menlo, Park CA. Concept design for addition and renovation. 2009- 2011 Parsons, PIT Division, Honolulu, Hawaii Principal Architect/Planner

Provided programmatic, planning, architectural, and real estate services in support of the Guam Master Plan. Technical services to NAVFAC-Pacific Asset Management business line, and Guam Program Management Office (GPMO), for projects covered under the Defense Policy Review Initiative (DPRI). Notable accomplishments:

Received No Ka Oi award certificate for comprehensive feasibility analysis for housing options for the master plan.

Supported Dr. Gillem’s Study for the reassessing and validating the Guam Build-Up Master Plan.

Developed database analysis templates for projects based on force flow; project costs, funding types & project cycles. Project Planning/Management:

Multi-disciplinary coordination: planning; real estate; design and construction; environmental; historical; GIS; Scheduling; and IT.

Complex multi-government project planning for MILCON (US) and Mamizu (Japan) projects for construction. Review and evaluation of projects.

In collaboration with GIS, developed phasing graphics, site development and projects boundaries.

Master plan program interface with schedulers to develop up to date construction schedules to assure adherence to the critical path.

AZITA P QUON

Architect, AIA, MBA, LEED AP BD+C

Tel: 808-***-**** Email: ******@******.**.***

Fact finding, research and analysis, reporting and responding to data queries. 1391s, BFRs, CCNs, plans, studies, maps, drawings, deeds and other documents.

Planning support towards the Net-Zero/Net-Negative solution for alternate housing sites.

Generated programmatic ROM (rough order of magnitude) cost requirements for projects.

Developed the real estate briefing book, a historical resource and reference for the Guam master plan.

Conducted and facilitated frequent informational meetings. Database Management & Information Managment:

Managed the complex master plan projects database (over 200 projects, 500 structures, and 700 BFRs).

Developed a detailed project database with master templates to facilitate project management, to provide up to date programmatic data analysis: generating pivot tables, charts and flow schedules for communication reports.

Developed the projects’ structure on the Navy Portal. 2001 – 2009 Architects Hawaii, Honolulu, Hawaii

Senior Design Architect

As a senior project design architect, I held a key role on numerous significant large scale and complex projects. I was able to expand my core strengths and foundation as an architect with design expertise in a very broad and diverse range of project types ranging from hospitality, high-rise/mix-use residential, courthouse, schools, medical facilities, government and institutional. Responsible for initiating projects from the programming phase working with client representative, users, and building standards. Responsible for feasibility analysis, site and building envelop analysis for best-use project assessment. Responsible for preparation of major presentations during the design development process. Responsible for leading design process and project delivery during concept through design development phases. Responsible for coordination of design with consultants through the construction documentation and construction administration phases. Led small to medium size design teams, and mentored staff. Depending on project size and scale managed or worked with project managers or cost estimators to control project cost and project completion schedule to client satisfaction. Notable Accomplishments:

Key built projects: Renovation of Turtle Bay Resort Spa; Laniakea Residential High Rise; Moana Pacific-700 Unit Residential High Rise; Kapolei Judiciary Courthouse; Kamehameha Schools Athletic and PE Building and Parking Structure.

International assignments: Qizi Golf Resort Hotel in Hainan and Oriental Shenzen Hotel Renovation.

Property feasibility projects and envelope studies: Kam Drive-In Retail/Mix-Use; Occidental Underwriters of Hawaii Retail/Mix-Use; Kahalui Shopping Center Mix-Use; 2002 Kalakaua Avenue, Churma Property Residential/Retail. Project Design/Project Delivery/Project Management Skills

Interacted with all major stakeholders, clients, agencies, and consultants in order to develop design parameters.

Initiated projects from concept through design development phases, and provided design coordination through construction documentation phases of project.

Provided regulatory analysis, code compliance per local land use, zoning/building codes, Fair housing and ADA.

Provided architectural documentation for massing, envelop studies, best-use land analysis, and feasibility analysis.

Led and/or collaborated with other principals to create the broad strategic design vision for projects. Developed story boards and presentations and sketches.

Developed basic building program requirements with users, or utilizing industry standards and guidelines.

Converted functional requirements into spatial design; building footprints and site development.

Developed exterior/interior character and aesthetics; established basis of design, and materials and methods.

Offered projects alternative design solutions, demonstrating strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Led/managed small to medium technical staff. Provided mentoring design skills.

Managed or worked with managers and estimators to control project cost, budget and schedule.

Interdisciplinary project coordination with consultants; and contractors.

Prepared drawings, presentation media including freehand sketches and diagrams to convey design.

Architectural design coordination through design-build process, and design coordination through construction administration.

Good track record in client relationships.

Proficient in generating architectural solutions with AutoCAD. Beginner in use of Revit.

Proficient in generating presentation material using Photoshop, In Design, Microsoft suite PowerPoint.

Historic & architectural evaluation, assessment and documentation.

Technical report writing and documentation and/or generating marketing materials. AZITA P QUON

Architect, AIA, MBA, LEED AP BD+C

Tel: 808-***-**** Email: ******@******.**.***

1985-2001 Various Hawaii Architects

Junior Designer

Developed design skills as a junior/intermediate designer with some of the very best architectural firms in Hawaii. Worked primarily on hospitality projects varying in complexity and scale in Hawaii and the Pacific Rim: mixed-use resorts, hotels, club houses, and resort residential. Developed skills in planning, site design and master planning, programming, and concept development through design development phases. Developed skills in the design process and presentation techniques; competition drawings, free-hand, and computer generated drawings. A few key Hawaii firms were: Fung & Associates, Honolulu, Hawaii

Engaged in historic, architectural evaluation, assessment and documentation for a number of the Quads at Schofield Barracks Historic District. Authored the report documentation.

Developed a resort destination concept plan for a hotel in the fishing village of Dali, Yunan, China. Had the privilege of accompanying Mr. Fung to Dali to better understand and to integrate the cultural context of the site. Projects International, Honolulu, and New Orleans

Worked for an internationally recognized design firm, and gained the unique experience of interactive design process with clients such as the Universal Studios and the Hemmeter Woodmount Development. A key significant project was the Grand Palais Casino, one of the largest land base casinos in the world. Experienced a unique interactive design process with owner/developer, and operations teams. Design research and documentation, architectural design development, presentations to architectural community, governmental agencies, and public hearings. Learned valuable design skills: theme scripting, exterior and interior concepts, design production and presentation renderings.

Other hotel projects: Fantasy Island Beach Club and Buccaneer Hotel, Central Koh Samui Resort, Coco World Golf Club House, Mauna Lani Resort Residential Development. Wimberly, Alison, Tong & Goo, Honolulu, Hawaii

Design competitions all over Hawaii, and the Pacific Rim. Gained design skills and experiences for many international and domestic destination resort developments, golf club houses, and residential projects. Working for a recognized leader in the hospitality architecture, exposed her to very large and exciting international assignments. Had a special opportunity to be involved with a firm responsible for developing the concept of fantasy resort design in Hawaii.

Projects such as the Orchard Boulevard Development, and Thai Country Hotel. Ossipoff, Snyder & Rowland Architects, Honolulu, Hawaii.

Had the opportunity to work with Mr. Ossipoff’s timeless architecture style, and developed appreciation for tropical architecture, scale, siting, and details. Worked on residential projects. AZITA P QUON

Architect, AIA, MBA, LEED AP BD+C

Tel: 808-***-**** Email: ******@******.**.***

SELECTED ARCHITECTURAL PROJECT LIST

COMMERCIAL/INSTITUTIONAL

HMSA Headquarter Office Renovation, Consultant to AAI for full architectural services, project management and construction administration of eleven story renovation of HMSA offices.

West Hawaii Medical Center, Qcorp Development, architectural and interior design services, Big Island, Hawaii

North Hawaii Community Health Center, Qcorp Development, architectural and interior design services, Big Island

Kapolei Judiciary Building, Concept through construction documentation and interior coordination, Kapolei, Oahu

Kamehameha Schools PE & Athletics Building, Concept through construction documentation and interior coordination, Honolulu, Hawaii

MIX-USE RESIDENTIAL

The Queen Emma Building Major Renovation and Dormitory Conversion, feasibility of historical 12-story building for reuse into dormitory, Honolulu, Hawaii

Lanikea A&B Towers, Concept through design development, Waikiki, Hawaii (Built)

Moana Pacific Towers, Concept through design development, Honolulu (Built)

Ko Olina Residences, Residential Concept Script, West Oahu, Honolulu

Li Hong Gardens Residential Highrise, Concept through Design Development, Beijing, China

Hyde Park Villas, Residential Development, Concept through Schematic Design, Beijing, China

Mauna Lani Resort Residential Estates, Schematic Design, Big Island, Hawaii

Mauna Lani Site ‘P’ Residences, Schematic Design, Big Island, Hawaii HOSPITALITY

500 seat Luau facilities for the Hilton Hawaiian Village, Design consultant, Honolulu, Hawaii

Pool Bar, Coffee Shop, Pool amenities, Sheraton Maui, Design consultant, Maui, Hawaii

Qizi Golf Course Resort, Concept competition through schematics, Hainan, Republic of China

Turtle Bay Hotel and Spa Renovation, Concept through design, Honolulu, Hawaii

Oriental Ginza Shenzhen, Concept for exterior renovation, Shenzhen, Republic of China

Grotto Resort in Mystic Mountain, Concept Development Strategy and Design, Tainon County, Taiwan, R.O.C.

Saipan World Hotel, Schematic & Design Development, Saipan

Grand Palais Casino, Concept & Schematic Design, New Orleans, Louisiana

Fantasy Island Beach Club and Buccaneer Hotel, Concept Design, Universal Studios at Orlando, Florida

Coco World Golf Club House Complex, Program Concept and Scripting, Japan

Central Koh Samui Resort, Concept Scripting through Design Development, Koh Samui, Thailand

Hotel Rafine Yomitan Resort Hotel, Design Drawings, Okinawa, Japan

Turtle Bay Hilton & Site H4, Competition Entry for Two Hotel Design Concepts, Kuilima Development, Oahu, Hawaii.

Beach Clubhouse Program, Program and Concept, Kuilima Resort Development, Oahu, Hawaii

Equestrian Center Program, Program and Concept, Kuilima Resort Development, Oahu, Hawaii

Mid Pacific Country Clubhouse, Master Plan and Implementation Phasing Plan, Oahu, Hawaii

Orchard Boulevard Development, Schematic Design, Singapore, Thailand

Oahu Club and Apartments for Mainichi Sports, Schematic, Honolulu, Hawaii

Monarch Beach Resort Hotel Beach Club, Concept, Laguna Niguel, California MASTER PLANNING & FEASIBILITY

The Guam Master Plan, program management and planning for the DPRI program for the Relocation of the Marines from Okinawa to Guam

Kam Drive In Development, Feasibility Analysis, Retail & Mix-Use Envelope Study, Honolulu, Hawaii

Occidental Underwriters of Hawaii- Feasibility Analysis & Envelope Study, Honolulu, Hawaii

Kahalui Shopping Center- Feasibility Analysis & Mix-Use Envelope Study, Honolulu, Hawaii

2002 Kalakaua Avenue/Churma- Feasibility Analysis, Honolulu, Hawaii

Re-Development of First Harbor & Waterfront Chi Chin Island “Window to Kaoshiung City”, Kaoshiung, Taiwan, R.O.C.

SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL

Kakesako Residence Renovation, Manoa, Honolulu

Pourmehr Residence, Mill Vallely, CA

Qi New Residence, Hawaii Loa Ridge, Honolulu, Hawaii

James New Residence, Black Point Honolulu, Hawaii

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