LUIS LAGUNA
Miami,FL
Summary
Design Leadership | Hospitality & Large-Scale Projects | Global Coordination | Cost-Conscious Design Senior Architect and Project Manager with 10+ years of experience delivering complex projects across the U.S., Canada, South America, and the Caribbean. Expert in leading multidisciplinary teams, coordinating global consultants, and driving design intent from concept through construction. Proven ability to integrate guest experience, operational requirements, and technical systems into high-quality, cost-effective design solutions. Advanced expertise in Revit, AutoCAD, and 3D visualization, with strong leadership in fast-paced, design-driven environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
2+ Architects
Miami, FL, USA
02.2025 - Current
- Lead end-to-end design development and project delivery, maintaining design intent through all phases
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and consultants across complex projects
- Oversee Revit documentation, drawing reviews, RFIs, and construction administration
- Ensure alignment between design vision, cost, and constructability
- Develop presentations and reports for executive decision-making
Senior Architect Technologist / Project Manager
Northland Properties
USA / Canada / UK
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed large-scale hospitality and mixed-use developments
- Coordinated global design teams and stakeholders
- Integrated brand standards, operations, and user experience
- Performed design reviews and cost-conscious feasibility analysis
Architectural Consultant (Contract)
Iredale Architecture
Vancouver, Canada
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided expertise in code compliance, safety, and technical integration
- Reviewed drawings to ensure accuracy and regulatory alignment
- Supported multidisciplinary coordination and design development
Senior Architect Technologist / Senior Project Manager
Sean Best Architecture + Design
Vancouver, Canada
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Led design coordination and project execution
- Ensured design intent consistency across all phases
Architectural Technologist / Construction Project Manager
Hodgson Design Associates
Vancouver, Canada
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Managed design and construction coordination across multiple projects
- Integrated building systems, life-safety, and technical solutions
- Led RFIs, submittals, and contractor coordination
- Maintained schedule, cost awareness, and quality control
- Additional Assignment: BC Home Drafting & Consulting Ltd | Jan 2020 – Mar 2020
- Delivered specialized building code compliance consulting
Consultant Architect & Interior Designer
BA-HAUS KNF LLC
Miami, FL, USA
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Delivered architectural and interior design solutions
- Produced technical drawings and 3D visualization
Consultant Architect – Hospitality & Resort Design
BH-KNF / ORS
Miami, FL, USA
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Contributed to international resort master planning
- Focused on guest experience and operational flow
- Coordinated global consultants and design teams
Consultant Designer
Tizzoni
Miami, FL, USA
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Supported design development and presentation materials
Consultant Architect / Construction Project Manager
Antiques & Design
Miami, FL, USA
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Managed design-build projects from concept to construction
- Coordinated contractors and consultants
Architect / Senior Construction Project Manager
Union Bank of Bolivia
Santa Cruz, Bolivia
02.2014 - 05.2016
- Led large-scale institutional projects
- Managed budgets, schedules, and execution
Senior Construction Project Manager
Government of Chuquisaca
Bolivia
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Oversaw public infrastructure projects
Architect / Construction Project Manager
Judicial Branch of Bolivia – National Infrastructure
Bolivia
06.2007 - 08.2012
- Delivered large-scale national infrastructure projects
Education
Master’s Degree - Architecture
University of British Columbia
Vancouver Bc11.2021
Bachelor’s Degree - ARCHITECTURE & URBAN PLANNER
UNIVALLE
10.2013
Master’s - Executive Construction Project Management
University of Miami
11.2025
Bachelor of Interior Interior Architecture - Interior Architecture
TECBA - German Technological School
08.2015
Skills
- Revit AutoCAD Bluebeam
- SketchUp Enscape V-Ray Lumion D5 Render
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Microsoft Office AI Design Tools
- Procore
Affiliations
AIA AMERICAN INSTITUE OF ARCHITECTS - INTERNATIONAL MEMBER
RAIC ROYAL ARCHITECTURE INSTITUTE OF CANADA - INTERNATIONAL MEMBER
Languages
Fluent in English & Spanish
CORE COMPETENCIES
- End-to-End Design Management
- Multidisciplinary Coordination (Architecture / MEP / Consultants)
- Design Intent Development & Execution
- Cost Control & Value Engineering
- Construction Documentation & Administration
- Stakeholder & Global Team Coordination
- Code Compliance & Life-Safety Integration
- Hospitality & Large-Scale Developments
- Executive Presentations & Reporting
- BIM & Digital Design (Revit, AutoCAD, 3D Tools)
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years leading complex, large-scale projects
- Strong experience in hospitality and international environments
- Proven ability to manage global multidisciplinary teams
- Expertise in code compliance, permitting, and construction execution
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
2+ Architects
02.2025 - Current
Architectural Consultant (Contract)
Iredale Architecture
03.2024 - 08.2024
Senior Architect Technologist / Project Manager
Northland Properties
01.2024 - 12.2024
Senior Architect Technologist / Senior Project Manager
Sean Best Architecture + Design
07.2022 - 12.2023
Architectural Technologist / Construction Project Manager
Hodgson Design Associates
08.2019 - 06.2022
Consultant Architect – Hospitality & Resort Design
BH-KNF / ORS
10.2018 - 06.2019
Consultant Architect & Interior Designer
BA-HAUS KNF LLC
08.2018 - 07.2019
Consultant Designer
Tizzoni
10.2017 - 07.2018
Consultant Architect / Construction Project Manager
Antiques & Design
06.2016 - 10.2017
Architect / Senior Construction Project Manager
Union Bank of Bolivia
02.2014 - 05.2016
Senior Construction Project Manager
Government of Chuquisaca
01.2013 - 01.2014
Architect / Construction Project Manager
Judicial Branch of Bolivia – National Infrastructure
06.2007 - 08.2012
Master’s Degree - Architecture
University of British Columbia
Bachelor’s Degree - ARCHITECTURE & URBAN PLANNER
UNIVALLE
Master’s - Executive Construction Project Management
University of Miami
Bachelor of Interior Interior Architecture - Interior Architecture
TECBA - German Technological School