Flat 19 The Crescent Gunwharf Quays Portsmouth HAMPSHIRE PO1 3SY duncanjsparks@gmail.com
PART II ARCHITECT CURRICULUM VITAE
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Duncan Sparks
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British Flat 19, The Crescent, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, PO1 3SY 07854911354 duncanjsparks@gmail.com www.duncansparks.co.uk May 21st 1989 Full, Clean
Determined and decisive; use my initiative to develop effective solutions to challenges, industrious and have a strong drive. I am able to plan and organise my time effectively and I hold adept communication skills.
Publications Successfully submitted an international competition entry for the publication of The Future of Architecture, which explores the potential of collaboration, education and architectural integrity. Work also published in Collaboration in Architecture & Design.
Computing Extensive application experience with an aptitude to quickly master new applications, knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Sketchup, Photoshop, Illustrator and Indesign.
Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award Completing the expedition, skill and physical tasks made it possible to gain confidence, recognition and learn about my strengths, currently applying for voluntary work. Referees can be provided on request.
Qualifications Master of Architecture with First Year Distinction University of Portsmouth, 2011 – Present Soon to complete my final year of study, which has included the exploration of British expositions, leading to my final thesis project in London which has focused upon the economic potential of creative industries. Other units have explored the cultural context of architecture through the discussion of theoretical constructs and the development of individual student manifestos.
Bachelor of Arts in Architecture with First Class Honours University of Portsmouth, 2007 – 2010 This undergraduate study consisted of projects at varying scales such as dwelling, landscape and urban settlements. Fundamental concerns of the environment were addressed and the final year projects engaged with the technical and professional issues in delivering a complex building proposition.
GCSE & A-Levels Holyrood Community School, 1999 – 2007
Full academic transcript available on request.
Duncan Sparks
Relevant Work Experience Hampshire County Council, Winchester, Hampshire 2012 With the aim to continue my architectural experience I chose to work during my summer break at Hampshire County Council. Where I was involved in the design of several proposed primary schools, working on sketch models and drawing up feasibility schemes.
PDP Architecture, Havant, Hampshire 2010 – 2011 Obtained ‘Year out’ placement in August of 2010, undertaking a variety of projects which are mainly residential. Achieved knowledge of building regulations and planning issues when liaising with consultants such as structural engineers and various authorities, able to manage responsibilities simultaneously and work together with colleagues on key matters.
Boon Brown Architects, Yeovil, Somerset 2004 & 2010 Working under a number of people for two weeks, I gained a valuable insight into a working practice; I drew up detailing of doors to a public house. Understanding how to act sensitively to existing buildings, and expand my knowledge of drawing skills. Full employment record available on request.
Duncan Sparks
Examples of work
Duncan Sparks
Examples of work
Duncan Sparks
Examples of work
Duncan Sparks
Flat 19 The Crescent Gunwharf Quays Portsmouth HAMPSHIRE PO1 3SY duncanjsparks@gmail.com
07854911354 WWW.DUNCANSPARKS.CO.UK