Los Angeles Landscape Architect
Resume:
Perla Arquieta ASLA PLA
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ACHIEVEMENTS
My most significant contribution to my practice has been my vital conviction of the importance of environmental protection and my passion for the sustainability of landscape projects. My strengths include my expertise in the permitting process for residential, public, and commercial projects, with a focus on CCR Title 23, Division 2, Chapter 2.7, Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. My work in the public realm includes the in-house designs of unique public projects for the County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation. These projects, such as the first County Dog Park, Crescenta Valley Dog Park, and the Woodcrest Play Park (in partnership with LA County Libraries), were designed to meet specific community needs and enhance the local environment. My role in these projects involved:
• Conceptualizing and designing innovative solutions.
• Collaborating with stakeholders.
• Overseeing the implementation of the designs.
Furthermore, I had the privilege of leading the development of the County of Los Angeles Park Design Guidelines and Standards, a testament to my leadership skills and deep understanding of the industry.
/https://parks.lacounty.gov/county-of-los-angeles-park-design-guidelines-and-standards/
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed Landscape Architect 4701 Since 2002
AREA OF EXPERTISE
• Irrigation Design
• Plant Design (California Natives and Drought Tolerant Plant Materials)
• Navigating the permitting process- MWELO
• Residential, Commercial, Institutional, and Public Park Design
• Grading and Drainage and Low Impact Development
• Environmentally sensitive areas in Northern and Southern California Coastal Areas, Mulholland View Corridor, Malibu, Beverly Hills, and the Santa Monica Mountains
• 3D Presentation drawings using Lumion and Sketch-up.
AWARDS RECEIVED
• 2023 The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Metropolitan Los Angeles Branch (MLAB) Project Awards for Ladera Park Stormwater Project
• 2020 California State Association of Counties Challenge Award for Woodcrest Play Park
• 2020 NACPRO Award in Environmental/Conservation for Eugene Obregon Park Green Pilot Project
• 2019 The County of Los Angeles Green Leadership Award for Eugene Obregon Park Green Pilot Project
• 2007 American Society of Landscape Architects Design Honors Award for Residential Project “Lunada Bay.”
EXPERIENCE
Landscape Architect 09/2023 - Present
Independent Freelance and Contract
Currently, I have been developing landscape plans for HOA, City, County, and Coastal plan review and Construction Documents for permitting for local Architects.
Landscape Architecture Instructor 01/2008 – Present
University of CA Los Angeles Extension
1010 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024
Established in 1977, UCLA Extension’s Landscape Architecture Certificate program is designed for working professionals who already have at least a bachelor’s degree. It is a rigorous, 3-year program that prepares students to enter the field of landscape architecture upon completion of the curriculum. The courses I instruct (Construction Drawing I and II) teach the students:
• The design process from Conceptual Schematic Design, Design Development, through to Construction Documentation.
• The purpose and organization of Construction Documents.
• How to prepare the following Construction Documents using landscape architectural conventions: (1) Demolition Plan, (2) Construction Plan, (3) Layout Plan, (3) Grading and Drainage Plan, (4) Planting Plan,
(5) Hydrozone Plan, (6) Irrigation Plan, (7) All related detail sheets.
• Coursework includes in-class discussions and exercises. All will require the practical application of information presented in past and present coursework, lectures, readings, site visits, and other material.
Landscape Architect 11/2021 - 09/23
FPLD formally Fiore Landscape Design
11529 West Pico Boulevard Los Angeles, CA. 90064
While working at FPLD, I supervised a team of three landscape studio juniors. This role allowed me to hone my management skills and ensure the successful execution of projects. I mentored my team and provided guidance, support, and feedback, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. My responsibilities were to:
• Prepare and coordinate landscape drawings from conceptual schematics to construction documents.
• Produce 3D Presentation drawings using Lumion and Sketch-up.
• Provide grading and drainage, irrigation, planting, hydrozone, plans, and technical specifications.
• Provide mapping and site analysis.
• Provide site observation.
• Research and review city code regulations, restrictions, and applicable laws and ordinances that apply to current projects.
• Review all outgoing technical drawings and specifications for quality control.
• Prepare plans for HOA, City, County, and Coastal plan review.
Landscape Architect 07/2007 - 07/2021
County of Los Angeles Parks and Recreations
1000 S. Fremont Ave., Alhambra CA 91803
My achievements while working at the County of Los Angeles Dept of Parks and Recreation were:
• Writer and major content contributor of The County of Los Angeles Park Design Guidelines, http://parks.lacounty.gov/county-of-los-angeles-park-design-guidelines-and-standards/
• Designed and produced the construction documents for the following projects:
o Martin Luther King Memorial, https://parks.lacounty.gov/county-of-los-angeles-park-design- guidelines-and-standards/
o Crescenta Valley Dog Park, https://parks.lacounty.gov/crescenta-valley-dog-park/
o Peck Road Water Conservation Park, https://parks.lacounty.gov/peck-road-water-conservation- park/
o Willowbrook Walking Path (phase 1) and the Compton Creek Walking Path (phase 2), https://www.parquieta.com/resources/Willowbrook%20Walking%20Path.pdf
o The Eugene A. Obregon Park Green Pilot Project. https://parks.lacounty.gov/eugene-a- obregon-park-green-pilot-project/
o The Hart Park Fencing Project, https://parks.lacounty.gov/william-s-hart-park-fencing/
o The Ladera Park Stormwater Project was a collaboration between Parks and Recreation and Public Works. https://dpw.lacounty.gov/wmd/stwq/LaderaPark.aspx
My responsibilities were to:
• Evaluate existing parks for ADA improvements.
• Coordinate the planning, schematic, design development, and construction document preparation of park site development.
• Prepare narrative scoping programs for county construction projects.
• Identify program requirements and prepare budget estimates for review by County departments and agencies.
• Review Park narrative programs, development plans, and master plans submitted by other departments or outside agencies.
• Review technical site, construction, grading, drainage, irrigation, landscape plans, construction cost estimates, and specifications prepared by contract architectural/engineering firms.
• Conduct field investigations to obtain data, measurements, and information needed to draft or design details for alteration or new construction projects.
Landscape Architect and Project Manager 06/2005 - 06/2007
KAA Design Group 4201 Redwood Ave, Marina Del Rey, CA 90291
Landscape Architect Associate 01/2003 - 06/2005
Artecho Architects and Landscape Architects
1633 Electric Ave. Venice CA 90291
Landscape Architect Associate 01/1999 - 01/2003
Laura Saltzman and Associates
2458 Butler Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90064
EDUCATION
09/1993 - 04/1998
University of California Los Angeles Los Angeles CA 90095
Professional Designation in Landscape Architecture
CERTIFICATIONS
LEED Green Associate Credential GBCI#: 001002
SITES AP Credential #: 000*******:
LANGUAGES
Spanish –Read - Write
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Society of Landscape Architects
US Green Building Council
COMPUTER SKILLS
AutoCAD 2024 and previous versions / Land FX
2024 / Sketchup 2024 and prior versions / Lumion
/ Adobe Creative Suite / Microsoft Office 365 /
Windows and Apple Operating Systems
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