Rana Zarei

• Contributed to the design of the Pacific Village San Bernardino County Well Being Affordable Housing.

About:

The San Bernardino County DAAS Pacific Village Platinum Campus design aims to revolutionize the approach to mental health and substance use disorder treatment through holistic design principles. This innovative facility will serve as a sanctuary for clients, residents, and care teams, fostering a housing environment that prioritizes mental well-being. By integrating thoughtful space planning, landscape design, and material selection, the campus will create a serene and healing atmosphere that supports individuals on their journeys toward recovery.

Pacific Village will provide a dignified home where clients can access a wide range of services, including behavioral health care, individual and group therapy, and opportunities for social connection. The design respects each person's unique path while ensuring safety and security through strategic spatial organization. By creating cross-campus connections, the facility will enhance community bonds while maintaining necessary buffers to promote comfort and privacy. This campus will provide the community of San Bernardino with a 16-bed Substance Use Disorder Facility, 58 permanent supportive affordable housing units, a 32-bed Recuperative Care Center, community building and a renovated cafeteria building. The outdoor courtyards, pet parks, dog kennel and exercise/walking loop infuse the campus with vitality and life.

• Assisted in the design and execution of an award winning mixed-use educational building, incorporating classrooms, libraries, and recreational facilities. The project was awarded through an extensive design build competition organized by Los Angeles Unified School District(LAUSD)

• Coordinated with engineering, landscape, and interior design teams to ensure seamless integration of architectural concepts across disciplines.

• Prepared detailed design documents, construction drawings, and 3D visualizations, providing clear and accurate representations to clients and stakeholders.

• Engaged in community outreach initiatives, facilitating workshops and design charrettes to gather input and build support for public projects.

• Collaborated with architects and engineers to create comprehensive technical design development packages for DSA approved libraries and educational buildings
• Generated detailed construction design packages, ensuring compliance with local building codes, regulations, and project specifications.
• Reviewed and revised technical documents based on feedback from construction teams, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations.

• Contributed to the design of WHCHC affordable housing complex, implementing innovative layouts and cost-saving construction techniques.

Two-phase development consisting of a six-story structure featuring 252 one-bedroom apartments, reserved for households earning between 30 and 80 percent of the area median income level. The nearly 170,000-square-foot development would also include 3,300 square feet of commercial uses, 45,000 square feet of open space, and parking for 265 vehicles.

• Prepared detailed design documents, construction drawings, and 3D visualizations, providing clear and accurate representations to clients and stakeholders.

Hollywood Park Hotel -

Design Development and Coordination

• Led design development and coordination for the Hollywood Park Hotel, involving all project phases from schematic design to construction documents, utilizing Revit.
• Directed programmatic and spatial planning, ensuring efficient integration of client requirements through value engineering and detailed design development.
• Developed high-quality visual presentations, including elevations, plans, diagrams, and site analyses, using Revit, Illustrator, and InDesign for effective client and consultant coordination.
• Collaborated in interdisciplinary coordination meetings with structural, landscape, MEP, AV, pool, and parking consultants to optimize design integration.

Vegas Rising Mixed-Use Development (80 Acres)

• Conceptualized and developed design for a large-scale, 80-acre mixed-use project, including residential, office, hotel, immersive experiences, and festival ground districts.
• Played a key role in advancing the master plan to accommodate diverse programmatic needs, enhancing the overall vision of the development.

IQHQ Mixed-Use Development, San Diego

• Spearheaded design development for IQHQ, focusing on creating a vibrant mixed-use environment that harmonizes residential, office, and commercial spaces.

Urban Impact Studies

• Conducted in-depth research on the measurable city impacts of major developments, including the Hub on Causeway (Boston) and Fifth + Broadway (Nashville), assessing urban integration, economic benefits, and community engagement.

Design Staff - Hilda L. Solis First Care Village Project
Award: Residential Architecture Award Winner 2022, AIA Los Angeles

Role & Contributions:

• Contributed to the design of an award-winning affordable residential project focused on creating a compassionate and functional environment for the community.
• Participated in the development of conceptual design studies, drawings, plans, sketches, and 3D models.
• Developed urban designs and transit-oriented solutions for various districts in Los Angeles, integrating the project within its urban context.
• Visual Communication & Client Engagement:
• Produced client presentations featuring detailed visual representations, including elevations, plans, diagrams, and site analysis, utilizing industry-standard software such as Rhino, Revit, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Collaboration & Community Engagement:
• Engaged in preliminary site visits, community consultations, and client meetings to ensure the design aligned with stakeholder needs and expectations.

Role: Contributed to the preliminary design phase of multiple workplace studio projects across diverse locations, including California, New York, and North Carolina.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Visualization: Produced high-quality visual representations of elevations, plans, diagrams, and mood boards using advanced design software such as Rhino, Revit, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, effectively conveying design concepts to clients and stakeholders.
• Model Making & Prototyping: Created both preliminary and final physical models for design studies and presentations, utilizing cutting-edge techniques like laser cutting, 3D printing, and software tools including Rhino and AutoCAD.

Technological Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in the integration of digital and physical modeling techniques, contributing to innovative and impactful design solutions.

Design and User Experience Enhancement

• Strategic Design Development: Developed high-impact design deliverables that elevated brand identity, differentiated products, and ensured alignment with strategic objectives.
• User-Centric Design Systems: Established a comprehensive, user-friendly design system that enhanced user experience and increased overall customer satisfaction.
• User Experience Optimization: Produced detailed user flow diagrams and interactive prototypes to analyze and address user needs, leading to more intuitive and efficient product designs.
• Branding and Marketing Materials: Designed and created a range of marketing collateral, including brochures, flyers, and product catalogs, adhering strictly to brand standards to effectively communicate the brand's message and value.