Sharon Seely
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Architectural Drafter
The Kitchen Strand
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated effectively within multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless communication during the design process.
- Reduced errors in construction documents by conducting thorough quality control checks on all drafted materials.
- Continuously updated technical knowledge through participation in professional development courses and industry events related to architectural drafting techniques.
- Maintained organized digital libraries of drafting resources such as symbols, templates, and standards for efficient use across multiple projects.
- Crafted detailed drawings that met customer requirements for structures using reinforced steel, concrete, masonry and wood materials.
Interior Architect
Cherry Luxury Homes / Cherry Luxury Interiors
Palm City, FL
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Created Interior Design Drawing packages including Reflected Ceiling Plans, Floor Finish Plans, Interior Elevations and Interior Details.
- Coordinated MEP and Architectural drawings with Interior Design drawings.
- Created Fixed Finish schedules to coordinate with ID Drawings
- Weekly job site meetings to with Site Supervisors to monitor construction progress to address potential issues and minimize delays or additional costs
- Ensured compliance with local building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards throughout each project phase.
- Managed vital relationships with vendors, contractors, and stakeholders to facilitate smooth project implementation from inception to completion.
- Client meetings
- Meetings with vendors
Interior Architect
Asbacher Architecture
09.2014 - 08.2021
- Worked closely and provided direct assistance with company owner to complete daily company demands
- Supervised staffs' daily workloads and allocated duties for project deadlines
- Developed and conceptualized Interior Drawing Packages, which included trim/cabinetry details, coordinating all finishes, plumbing, and appliance selections into drawings set
- Held meetings with high profile clientele to ensure project progress and client satisfaction in large scale, high end residential projects
- Worked closely with various millwork companies to create seamless interior designs
- Prepared Impact Review presentations for the Town of Jupiter Island, with strict project timelines
- Prepared ARCOM and Town Council Presentations for various residences in Palm Beach
- Developed pre-construction and bidding documentation that clearly conveys design intent
- Onsite project meetings with contractors and clients to identify and resolve potential project discrepancies
- Coordinated MEP into project sets
- Field measured numerous residences for remodeling projects.
Interior Architect
Thomas M. Kirchhoff, AIA, P.A.
10.2007 - 01.2012
- Excelled in custom cabinetry and moulding details, finish selections, and custom railing designs
- Worked daily with tile, stone, millwork, and audio visual companies during various stages of each project
- Helped clients select and incorporate finishes, fixtures, and appliances into their projects
- Created several as-built and proposed drawing sets for extensive renovations for homes in Jupiter Island and Palm Beach
- Worked on all aspects of custom High-end residential homes, encompassing schematic design, interior design, and project management
- Created several as-built and proposed drawing sets for extensive renovations for homes in Jupiter Island and Palm Beach
- Produced professional graphic design layouts for client meetings and internal marketing collateral (e.g., logos, brochures, media ads, and website)
- Prepared ARCOM presentation renderings and submittal packages for the Town of Palm Beach
- Produced the presentation, display board, and image booklet for the AIA Palm Beach Award winner for 'Large Scale Residential.'
Associate II
Garcia Stromberg Architecture
10.2005 - 03.2007
- Worked as a team to develop large projects in all design phases with high workloads and strict deadlines
- Collaborated daily with project managers in the design process and in construction administration
- Participated in client and consultant meetings, and coordinated drawings with consultants
- Created graphic presentation boards for client meetings and presentations
- Developed 3d computer models for many small commercial and residential projects
- Photographed projects for use in presentations and on the company website
- Constructed physical models for use in CRB meetings
- Participated in job site meetings with both clients and Contractors
- Experience includes both Mixed Use and Resort projects in Puerto Rico, Costa Rica and the Bahamas; and both large and small commercial and residential buildings throughout South Florida.
Designer
ARC 3 Architecture
03.2005 - 10.2005
- Schematic design, design development, and construction documents of commercial projects
- Accelerated in 3d modeling in Auto CAD.
Education
NCARB - Intern Development Program
07.2010
Master of Arts - Architecture
School of Architecture And Community Design, University of South Florida
12.2004
Skills
- AutoCAD 2020
- Photoshop
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Apple Applications
- Hand Drafting
- Rendering
- Model Making
- Photography
- Familiarity with Autodesk Revit
City
Palm City
State
Florida
Zip
34990
Related Experience
- Field Research in Yucatan, Mexico (Fall 2004), Studied the city of Merida, Mexico and surrounding ruins for Master thesis project.
- Design Study Travel Tour, France & Italy (Summer 2003), Completed a six week design study through sketchbook analysis of Rome, Florence, Sienna, Vicienza, Venice, and Paris.
- Advanced Design Studio, Field Research (Fall 2001 & Spring 2002), Studied architecture in Boston, MA; Savannah, GA; and Charleston, SC.
Street
1694 SW Hunters Club Way
References
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Architectural Drafter
The Kitchen Strand
10.2023 - Current
Interior Architect
Cherry Luxury Homes / Cherry Luxury Interiors
01.2022 - 10.2023
Interior Architect
Asbacher Architecture
09.2014 - 08.2021
Interior Architect
Thomas M. Kirchhoff, AIA, P.A.
10.2007 - 01.2012
Associate II
Garcia Stromberg Architecture
10.2005 - 03.2007
Designer
ARC 3 Architecture
03.2005 - 10.2005
NCARB - Intern Development Program
Master of Arts - Architecture
School of Architecture And Community Design, University of South Florida