DESIGNING FOR HUMANITY
GARTH G. MCINTOSH JR ., RA ARCHITECTURE/ BUILDING CONSTRUCTION / REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT / SUSTAINABILITY
August 22, 2018
Human Resources Prospective Firm RE: SEEKING EXPERIENCED POSITION WITH ESTABLISHED FIRM
Dear Hiring Agent, “Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life, as by the obstacles which he has overcome. “ ~ Booker T. Washington How can distant folk summate, the entire life experience of total strangers through rhetoric composed many generations ago; and even more importantly, how can failure lead to success?... These are questions that shook the very foundations of popular theory, while inspiring inward examination of principle and philosophy. With much certainty, we acquire abundant knowledge from failure, whether our own or a total stranger’s; we eventually adjust and evolve to rise now tested and refined. Architecture is no different from our personal challenges. As a young child I fantasized of distant domains with sophisticated landscapes that harmoniously work hand and hand along with humanity. This childhood dream soon tarnished by the mundane existence of mediocrity and satisfaction that seemingly predicates both the industry and the built environment. From functionally inept environments to aesthetically intimidating facades, traces of failures are all but invisible. This is the error. As a spirited, ambitious, young architect, whom has a background in building construction and an architectural focus on green design, a prestigious inheritance awaits. Tooled with new found interests in building tectonics (detailing), material studies, project delivery and sustainability; I now define myself equipped and eager for the next step and challenge. Though colossal in importance, the evolution of architecture is my destination and subsequently my duty. In conclusion, Architecture is an experience, a language, and an art; and I am determined, prepared and above all… I am on my way. NATURE ARCHITECTURE HUMANITY EVOLUTION… I appreciate the opportunity to submit this resume and I am hopeful of being a part of your firm.
Sincerely,
Garth G. McIntosh Jr., RA Project Architect / Designer / Builder