GUILLERMO LORENZO C FUERTES REGISTERED + LICENSED ARCHITECT
Over thirteen years of experience in the creative and design industry handling a variety of project types and scopes that range from brand consultancy and development branding, graphic design, planning & space programming, and interiors and architecture between residential-hospitality, retail and commercial, among others. With a keen background on concept generation, market research, and project branding.
redthemod@gmail.com ejest3@yahoo.com +63 916 678 4243 +63 46 472 3897 CURRENT ADDRESS 28 Old Buenconsejo Street Barangay Plainview, Mandaluyong, City PERMANENT ADDRESS Block 2 Lot 6 Plaza Homes Subdivision, Barangay Anabu 2-a, City of Imus, Cavite
RECENT EMPLOYMENT HISTORY May 2008 to March 2016 Cadiz International, Inc. Design Architect
2008
An international boutique design firm with projects worldwide. Specialists in retail & mall planning and design. Primarily functioning in the design and planning of: large-scale commercial and mixed-use developments; specialty, lifestyle, and destination malls; and special-use projects. Involved in projects such as the Manar Mall expansion and renovation (Ras Al Khaimah, UAE), Gurney Paragon (Penang, Malaysia), Deira 4-Districts Masterplan (Dubai, UAE), Pantai Indah Kapuk Gateway (Jakarta, Indonesia), and the Souk Al Khabeer Iconic Mixed-Use (Dubai, UAE). Ensures the timely and quality preparation of design materials from kick-off/ concept stage up to design development for submission to clients. Takes a lead role in the generation of concept ideas for project positioning, and preparing merchandising strategies for the target markets. Directly reporting to the Project Manager, Design Director, and CEO.
2016
Reason for leaving : career progress, compensation. March 2005 to May 2008 Abesamis + Guerrero Architects Design Architect A local private-practice firm specializing in retail store interiors, mall interiors, F&B establishments, and luxury private residences. Primarily responsible for the design of commercial and retail spaces,
2005
restaurants, and single-family residential projects. Handled the concept and design of projects of various scales such as the Megatrade Hall renovation and rebranding, SM Foodcourt interiors of Megamall, SM North EDSA, Muntinlupa, Southmall, Marikina, Sta. Mesa and others, common areas of the SM Skating Rink at SM Mall of Asia, renovation of SM North EDSA entrances, Markati Palazzo at The Podium Mall, interiors of all Kickers, LA Gear, Gingersnaps, and Travel Club branches, among others. Ensures the market viability of the design concept and display strategies, and preparation of design documentation materials for presentation to client and mall administration. Takes an active role in market research, concept and project positioning. Directly reports to the principal architects.
2008
Reason for leaving : career progress, compensation.
EDUCATION Education Level: Course: Year Graduated: School: Location:
College BS Architecture 2007 College of Architecture, University of the Philippines Commonwealth Ave., Diliman, Quezon City 1101
SOFTWARE
ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE
COREL GRAPHIC SUITE
MICROSOFT OFFICE
AUTODESK/ AUTOCAD
TRIMBLE SKETCHUP PRO
RENDERING VRAY + PODIUM
OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS/ AFFILIATIONS Graduated 1st Honorable mention in Grade School with three special awards – Best in Science, Best in Agriculture, and Best in Visual Arts. Accelerated from 4th to 5th Grade. Graduated from Philippine Science High School with a GWA of 1.83 and the Award for Proficiency in Arts. Dean’s Lister for three straight years during college. Active member of the organizing committees for college events and exhibitions. Assistant Editor-in-Chief of the College Magazine. 3RD Place in the 1st Honny Awards National Competition for Architectural Criticism Registered and Licensed Architect. Member of the United Architects of the Philippines.
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PERSONAL INFORMATION Age Height Weight Birthday Sex Civil Status Languages
32 5’2” 210 lbs 25 June 1983 Male Single Filipino, English
RECENT PUBLICATIONS 2008
Tsuper (Travel Super) Magazine Contributing Writer: Features Section Article on the Manila Royal Hotel entitled “Royal Plush”
2009
And Pinakamagandang Bahay sa Balat ng Lupa: The Book The book version of the competition Review of Professional Category Winners
2011
Shot Magazine The Carnivale Issue Two feature articles in issue “Caffeinated Bliss,” and “The Carnival of Life”
2014
Real Living Magazine – May Issue Form + Function (feature on a condo unit I designed in 2013)
KEY INTERESTS
Sustainable Design The Urban Fabric Designing for Very Small Spaces
RECENT COMPETITIONS 2004
Task Force Arki On the Spot Watercolor Rendering 2nd Prize
2004
Task Force Arki Silip: Mga Hubad na Katotohanan Photography Competition 2nd Prize
2006
Asian Development Bank Key Indicators Cover Design Competition Finalist
2006
Guild of Philippine Jewelers Jewelry Design Competition Finalist
2006
1st Honny Awards Competition for Architectural Criticism 3rd Place