Kendall Mann —
Work Experience
JUNIOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER
Olson Kundig
Seattle, Washington / 2022-present
Olson Kundig
Seattle, Washington / 2022-present
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN INTERN
Griffin Enright Architects
Santa Monica, California / 2020-2021 (8 months)
Software - AutoCAD / Rhino / Vray / Adobe CS
Griffin Enright Architects
Santa Monica, California / 2020-2021 (8 months)
Software - AutoCAD / Rhino / Vray / Adobe CS
Worked closely with the principal architects to produce technical CAD drawings and 3D models for numerous projects, including residential homes, medium-scale urban buildings, and a large scale cityscape in Vietnam (soon to begin construction). Involved with early design stages, design development, construction drawings, plan checks and permits, and code research. Worked closely on six single family residences, two residential interior remodels, one new construction office building, and one master plan for two shopping malls, a movie studio, and forty-eight residences.
PROGRAM BOARD MEMBER
Materials & Applications
Los Angeles, California / 2020-present (2 years)
Software - Rhino / Adobe CS / Microsoft Office
Materials & Applications
Los Angeles, California / 2020-present (2 years)
Software - Rhino / Adobe CS / Microsoft Office
Seasonally organize and meet with board members on a bi-weekly basis to plan programs such as architectural exhibitions, radio shows, and mutual aid efforts. Design graphic content for programs and exhibitions oriented around culture and experimental architecture. Work closely with MAK Center for Art and Architecture to assist with events and management.
ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN INTERN
Walltopia
Sofia, Bulgaria / 2019 (3 months)
Software - AutoCAD / Sketchup / 3D scanning
Walltopia
Sofia, Bulgaria / 2019 (3 months)
Software - AutoCAD / Sketchup / 3D scanning
Responsible for modeling and designing climbing walls as well as their surroundings in order to meet strict deadlines. Collaborated with a team of architects, engineers, and sales representatives to perform tasks throughout every phase of a project. Involved with client meetings and project management. Worked closely on eight projects—three of which are part of the biggest climbing gym chains in the US while the other projects will be in Europe and one in China.
PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER
Peter Noever
Los Angeles, California / 2019 (7 months)
Fabrication - Concrete casting / Woodworking
Peter Noever
Los Angeles, California / 2019 (7 months)
Fabrication - Concrete casting / Woodworking
Assisted designer Peter Noever with the construction of original, handcrafted furniture, installation of video projection, and informational research for his gallery exhibition. Heavily researched designers and architects in order to create archives of work that would be displayed in both text and video format.
PRODUCTION TEAM LEADER
Mira Henry, Current Interests
Los Angeles, California / 2018-2019 (9 months)
Software - Rhino / Adobe CS
Mira Henry, Current Interests
Los Angeles, California / 2018-2019 (9 months)
Software - Rhino / Adobe CS
Collaborated with architecture firm Current Interests to design and produce exhibition. Focused on extensive material research (including foam, stucco, spackle, and batting insulation), repetitive fabrication techniques, the engineering and design of supportive steel framing, and construction drawings.
PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER
Institute of Contemporary Art
Los Angeles, California / 2018-2019 (5 months)
Software - Rhino / Adobe CS
Fabrication - Laser cutting / Model making
Institute of Contemporary Art
Los Angeles, California / 2018-2019 (5 months)
Software - Rhino / Adobe CS
Fabrication - Laser cutting / Model making
Assisted with workshop managed by architect Betty Kassis where we created and fabricated materials and templates and tested model prototypes correlating to the processes of artist B. Wurtz.
ARCHITECTURE INTERN
Classical Progression Inc.
Santa Monica, California / 2017 (4 months)
Software - Microsoft Office
Classical Progression Inc.
Santa Monica, California / 2017 (4 months)
Software - Microsoft Office
Worked closely with designer and project supervisor, visiting job sites, meeting with clients and contractors, reviewing construction drawings, and overseeing interior scheduling. Gained an understanding of how an architecture firm operates both logistically and technically.
Education
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURE
B. Arch / 2017-2022 / 4.0 GPA
INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURE
B. Arch / 2017-2022 / 4.0 GPA
Recipient of SCI-Arc Continuing Student Scholarship (for 4 consecutive years) / Teachers Assistant for fall 3rd year design studio, spring 3rd year design studio, and professional practice seminar
SEATTLE UNIVERSITY
2016-2017 / 3.76 GPA
2016-2017 / 3.76 GPA
Recipient of Merit Award Scholarship / Coursework: Community Design Workshop / Calculus / Creative Expression and Interpretation
Software
Rhino, Vray, Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign, Premiere Pro, After Affects), Sketchup, 3D printing, Fabrication, Agistoft Metashape (3D scanning)
Publications
Extra Skills
CONTENT CONTRIBUTOR
Off Topic / 2020
EDITOR + CONTRIBUTOR
Underscore / 2019-present
CONTENT CONTRIBUTOR
ONRAMP / 2018-2022
Off Topic / 2020
EDITOR + CONTRIBUTOR
Underscore / 2019-present
CONTENT CONTRIBUTOR
ONRAMP / 2018-2022
JEWELRY
DESIGN+3D MODELING
Griffin Enright Architects/2020-2021
WEBSITE
DESIGN+CONSTRUCTION
JHB Studio / 2019
DESIGN+3D MODELING
Griffin Enright Architects/2020-2021
WEBSITE
DESIGN+CONSTRUCTION
JHB Studio / 2019
(References upon request)