david j. basham III
1841 s. calumet ave. #1208 chicago, il. 60616
leed ap
443.799.3283 djb3rd@gmail.com
Profile
LEED accredited Master’s of Architecture graduate with proficiency in a wide array of design software who can develop, organize and expedite concept driven designs that consistently demonstrate a commitment to finding innovative solutions to project constraints. Interested in pursuing NCARB progress and licensing through an intern architect position in a firm with a diverse portfolio that emphasizes a respect for context, materiality and attention to detail across a wide variety of projects.
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology Johns Hopkins University
Experience
Master’s of Architecture Bachelor of Arts, Economics
2010 1997
Volunteer
Architecture for Humanity
Chicago, IL.
11.10_Present
Teaching Assistant
Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago, IL.
08.08_05.10
Design and Fabrication
Architecture Service Animals
Chicago, IL.
01.09_05.09
Intern
Grimm + Parker
Calverton, MD.
09.06_07.07
Intern
Development Design Group
Baltimore, MD.
01.06_06.07
Assistant
Anne Gummerson Photography
Baltimore, MD.
01.06_09.06
Volunteer work for international non-profit organization providing pro bono design and program development to other non-profits and community organizations in an effort to help them realize the full potential of architectural and social service endeavors. Promote AFH and AFH-C at industry events to increase membership and engender future partnerships within the architectural, social services and creative communities. Graded student projects. Led and assisted first year architecture students on individual written assignments and group presentations. Directed the procurement, organization, and cataloguing of materials for the collection and on-line database of the new Arthur Takeuchi Materials Lab in the College of Architecture. Assisted COA students with navigating the Lab collection and material acquisitions for studio projects. Member of the small design, fabrication and installation team for Architecture Service Animals, concurrent installations by Eric Ellingsen and Seeing Eye Architecture for the Les Transculturelles des Abattoirs biennale in Casablanca, Morocco and SEA: Seeing Eye Architecture, an exhibition for Extension Gallery at Archeworks in Chicago, IL. The Architecture Service Animals were designed through the manipulation of self-organizing complex geometries to facilitate spatial and organizational awareness and are featured on www.archinect.com Worked with design team to construct concept and study models. Maintained design intent and quality control through frequent site visits, punch lists and as-is building assessments. Also performed site documentation, materials research, Photoshop editing and construction document mark-ups for a firm specializing in high-density residential, educational and civic design. Produced a wide variety of concept, study and finished models for an advanced in-house modeling studio in an international firm specializing in mixed-use and high-density residential design. Photographed and videographed completed models for archival storage and client presentations. Assisted well known and highly regarded architectural photographer during medium and large format photo shoots of interior and exterior architectural projects of diverse scales for a wide range of clients including architects, craftsmen and publications. Tasks included lighting, staging and equipment management.
Skills
Proficient in Autocad, 3ds Max, VIZ 2008, SketchUp, Rhino, MS Office and Adobe Design Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign; MS and Mac OS; 3D modeling, rendering, mapping and Mental Ray; Space, site and program planning; Design development and detailing; Structural and mechanical systems; Architectural, landscape, furniture and product design; Knowledge of building materials and codes; Self-organizing systems and parametric design; Graphic design and diagramming; Model making, laser cutting, woodworking, sketching, digital and film photography; Visual, written and oral communication; Problem solving, organization, teamwork, leadership and management.
Awards
Perkins and Will Scholarship nominee Permanent collection, U.S.D.A Emerald Ash Borer Program A.B.C, Inc. / Trimmer Education Foundation student essay contest winner
2009 2008 2006