MELODY NOBLEZA
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Over 20 years experience working as a design leader and expert for mixed-use, multi-family residential, urban-infill, commercial and single family projects. A multi-faceted and passionate designer working in various capacities in all phases of the design process, and who understands the responsibility of being able to interpret and work with the client's goals of creating an economical and aesthetically pleasing project. Performs various pre-planning, programming, conceptual, schematic design, and design development phases, and uses her site planning and zoning expertise for each project, leading both clients & teams towards
innovative design solutions.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Principal
Lessard Design Inc.
05.2024 - Current
- Mentored junior team members, contributing to their professional growth and development.
- Evaluated business requirements and developed tailored solutions to meet client needs.
- Enhanced overall team performance by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions for clients.
- Contributed to business development efforts by identifying new opportunities for growth and expansion.
- Optimized resource allocation by forecasting staffing needs based on project timelines and objectives.
- Aligned department goals with broader organizational objectives, fostering a cohesive vision for success across teams.
- Increased client satisfaction by effectively managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
- Streamlined processes for increased efficiency and improved project outcomes.
- Coordinated with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring successful execution of all tasks from inception to completion.
- Improved internal processes by implementing new tools and technologies that increased productivity levels.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and collaboration.
- Demonstrated adaptability in shifting priorities as needed in response to evolving client demands or industry trends.
Senior Associate
Ci DESIGN INC.
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Leads the design efforts for planning and urban design projects across our four offices located in Boston, Baltimore, DC Metro and Raleigh
- Maintains consistent communication with clients to ensure project requirements are met and coordinates with external consultants to achieve project goals
- Provides and develops site planning and architectural design drawings and carries the design intent throughout the lifetime of the project
- Manages a team of designers and oversees the preparation of planning and design documentation from Conceptual thru Design Development phase, including hiring and training staff, assigning projects, and evaluating performance
- Responsible for ensuring quality control so that all design work meets quality standards, and codes.
Senior Project Designer
CLINE DESIGN ASSOCIATES INC.
04.2019 - 10.2021
- Provides creative Architectural and Planning design solutions for various residential, multifamily, mixed use and commercial projects
- Prepares presentation drawings, due diligence and concept design packages
- Works with teams to execute project from concept through CDs.
Director of Design
KTGY INC.
04.2007 - 04.2019
- Listens closely to clients to come up with the best solution to meet and exceed client's expectations
- Develops design concepts for multi-family residential and mixed-use projects
- Analyzes program information
- Prepares presentation drawings, and assembled and completed feasibility and concept design packages
- Works with teams to execute project through CD's
- Supervises and mentors junior staff
- Works with Project Managers on budget and schedule constraints
- Meets with City Officials to gain appropriate city approvals.
Design Manager
LESSARD DESIGN INC.
03.2000 - 04.2007
- Listens closely to clients to come up with the best solution to meet and exceed client's expectations
- Develops design concepts for multi-family residential and mixed-use projects
- Analyzes program information
- Prepares presentation drawings, and assembled and completed feasibility and concept design packages
- Works with teams to execute project through CD's
- Supervises and mentors junior staff
- Works with Project Managers on budget and schedule constraints
- Meets with City Officials to gain appropriate city approvals.
Junior Designer
WASHINGTON WORKPLACE
12.1998 - 03.2000
- Develops general interior design concepts as response to goals and needs of the client for healthcare facilities, corporate and commercial projects
- Prepares presentation materials, finish boards and rendered furniture plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Architecture -
University of Santo Tomas
Certificate in Interior Design -
Philippine School of Interior Design
Skills
- Density, Yield and Feasibility Studies
- Land Planning Urban Design
- Zoning Entitlements Applications
- RFP Submittals Packages
- Design Research
- Interior Design
- Project Management
- Project Programming
- Unit Plan Design (MF, SF, TH)
- Free-hand drawing
- Problem Solver
- Team Player
- Elevation Studies
- AutoCAD, Revit
- SketchUp
- Photoshop, InDesign
- MS Office
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: True
Timeline
Associate Principal
Lessard Design Inc.
05.2024 - Current
Senior Associate
Ci DESIGN INC.
10.2021 - 05.2023
Senior Project Designer
CLINE DESIGN ASSOCIATES INC.
04.2019 - 10.2021
Director of Design
KTGY INC.
04.2007 - 04.2019
Design Manager
LESSARD DESIGN INC.
03.2000 - 04.2007
Junior Designer
WASHINGTON WORKPLACE
12.1998 - 03.2000
Bachelor of Science in Architecture -
University of Santo Tomas
Certificate in Interior Design -
Philippine School of Interior Design
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