ETHAN RHOADES
(913) 439-7102
erhoades16@gmail.com
Austin, TX
Portfolio
https://issuu.com/erhoades/docs/rhoades_portfolio
Education
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
_Master’s Degree in Architecture
Dessau Institute of Architecture
Dessau, Germany
_International Study Program
_Focus on the integration of algorithmic scripting and architecture
Professional Experience
StoryBuilt LLC // Intermediate Designer
Austin, TX
2012
2020 - Present
_Augment and support all aspects of the design team’s process throughout all phases of the project, with an emphasis on residential design.
_Manage and coordinate with MEP, structural, landscape, and civil consultants throughout project documentation to maintain StoryBuilt design standards and secure entitlements.
_Work with the design and development teams to develop a cohesive project design language that provides value to the end user and differentiates the projects within their respective markets.
Architectural Design
Retail Strategic Repositioning
Residential Design
Project Identity and Visioning
Mixed-use Site Planning and Integration
Presentation-level Rendering
Visual Communication of Ideas
Critical Thinking
Computational Design
3D Printing
505Design // Architectural Designer
Boulder, CO 2015 -
_Augment and support all aspects of the design team’s process.
_Maintain design identity and integrity by establishing a unique and integral project vision to guide design decisions from concept to construction.
_Translate the project vision and identity into a tangible architectural identity to work within the client’s established budget.
_Produce visualizations to successfully communicate and sell intent for client team approval, tenant approval, and city approval.
_Coordinate and communicate directly with the client and consultants to maximize productivity, maintain design integrity, and limit miscommunication.
_Mentor and assist in on-boarding of new employees
FISK Centro de Ensino // English Instructor
_Taught advanced English (ESL) classes to Portuguese-speaking students. Ouro Preto, Brazil
Design Consulting // Tananger .MMCX: A Knowledge Economy
Tananger, Norway
Nimble / Balance Multiple Responsibilities
Collaborative
Detail-Oriented
Self-starter / Problem-Solve Independently
Curious
Creative
Passion for High Quality
Open to Constructive Criticism
Climbing
Running Bicycling
Skills Traits Interests
Hiking Kayaking Plants
Bike Restoration
Travel
Macrophotography Music (Bass + Percussion)
2013
_Researched and analyzed the effects of Risavika Harbor on Tananger, Norway. _Co-presenter at Risavika Tagen, a regional conference, to present our findings to international oil industry leaders, municipality leaders, and harbor owners.
Software Proficiency
Proficient:
Revit Bluebeam Enscape
Sketchup + Layout
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Rhino + Grasshopper
Autodesk AutoCAD
Microsoft Suite
Familiar:
Affinity Suite Lumion FormIt