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Ian Watson

Ian Watson

Portland, OR, US

 

About 

Always eager to learn and take on new opportunities, I'm just getting started in my architectural career. I have a wealth of experience extending from working outside of the realm of design, including working in Japan, apprenticing under a carpenter, and building my own company from the ground up. All of these tangential experiences help to form a unique perspective within the professional realm of architecture. 

As I progress in this field, I am always searching for ways to incorporate "moments" within my designs no matter how small they are. These types of sacred spaces, where the individual is compelled to appreciate their crafted environment is the reason I stepped into this field. Spaces such as Kahn's Exeter Library, Ando's Chichu Art Museum, and Scarpa's Tomba Brion all come to mind when envisioning such a space. 

Employment 

LRS Architects, Portland, OR, US, Project Staff

-Taking plans and comments from the principal and creating a working model based on hand drawn sketches.

-Developing and maintaining the project's BIM model as well as linking in consultant CAD drawings and 3d models.

-Creating families and components to ensure accurate representation of design intent.

-Adhering to the company's project standards to ensure cohesiveness across our set.

-Areas of focus include developing exterior elevations, floor plans, unit plans, and reflected ceiling plans.

Jun 2018 - current
 

Education 

Portland State University, Portland, OR, US, Bachelors, Architecture

Sep 2017 - Jun 2020
 

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