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Architect
Self-employedArchitect
Sep. 2024Medellín, Antioquia, ColombiaOn a freelance basis, I’ve been developing residential projects in Colombia and the U.S., including a 4,305-sq-ft house in Medellín. I’ve also collaborated remotely with SLCE Architects (New York, NY), contributing to construction documents for a 36-story residential tower in Jersey City, NJ.
Project Architect
Self-employedProject Architect
May. 2024Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
Senior Associate Architect
StantecSenior Associate Architect
Nov. 2019 - May. 2024Greater New York City AreaLed coordination of complex design issues with high-profile contractors and architecture firms— including Grimshaw Architects, SOM, AECOM Tishman, and KPF—ensuring project continuity and quality across all phases. Oversaw teams focused on public projects aimed at improving transit infrastructure, enhancing ADA accessibility, and advancing energy performance and resiliency. Key contributions included: · Developing proposals for new projects, conducting code and quality control reviews, and mentoring direct reports. · Creating a fee calculator based on deliverables, resulting in projects consistently maintaining a 60–65% gross margin.
Project Architect
StantecProject Architect
Jan. 2018 - May. 2024New York· Led the team through a major client-driven design change during the Construction Administration phase, producing revised construction documents and overseeing the procurement of unique materials and finishes. · Served as liaison between private developers and public agencies, guiding clients and teams through multiple phasing strategies and design options to support negotiations and approvals.
Project Architect
STVProject Architect
Apr. 2009 - Dec. 2017DDP/LSP Offices in Downtown New YorkContributed to the production and coordination of construction documents, design studies, BIM models, and construction administration services. Collaborated closely with contractors, engineers, and design teams including Santiago Calatrava, Wolfgang Tschapeller, and EACOM. Most of my work focused on projects within the World Trade Center (WTC) reconstruction, a long-term effort shaped by political and environmental challenges. Key contributions included: · Designing the project’s flood resilience strategy in response to Superstorm Sandy. · Producing revision bulletins to address evolving negotiations over the Saint Nicholas Church and Liberty Park locations. · Overseeing the contractor’s BIM model development, transitioning the original 2D design into a fully coordinated 3D environment.
Designer
READYMADE PROJECTS -STEPHEN BURKS STUDIODesigner
Jan. 2009 - Apr. 2009New York City Metropolitan AreaProduced detailed fabrication documents and client presentations for high-end residential projects and custom furniture pieces. Clients included The Novogratz, Moroso, and the international design exhibition Milan’s Salone del Mobile.
Project Architect
self-employedProject Architect
Jul. 2007 - Apr. 2009Medellin, ColombiaDesigned three residential homes on a freelance basis in the cities of Medellin and Jerico, Colombia. The projects ranged from 3,900 sf to 4,800 sf and met the client’s specifications while remaining within budget. (2/07 -9/08)
Architectural Designer
ANDRES JAQUE + CARLOS HERNANDEZArchitectural Designer
Jan. 2006 - Jan. 2007Bogota, D.C., Capital District, ColombiaContributed to the award-winning museography proposal for a major design competition in Bogotá, Colombia, organized by the Colombian Society of Architects.
Partner / Designer
ETA estudio de arquitecturaPartner / Designer
Dec. 2005 - Jul. 2007Co-designed a 3,014-sf residence in La Vega, Colombia. Mr. Toro also provided construction supervision for the residence, which was featured in the 2008 Colombian Architecture Biennale and magazines, including AXXIS and Habitat in Colombia. (2006 - 2007)
Architectural Intern
EUROESTUDIOS / ANDRES PEREA ARQUITECTOSArchitectural Intern
Jun. 2004 - Dec. 2004Madrid, Community of Madrid, SpainAs an intern at Euroestudios, I contributed to Peter Eisenman’s City of Culture in Galicia, Spain, where the firm served as architect of record. I also supported the competition teams for the National Palace Museum in Taipei and the Kilden Performance Center in Kristiansand, Norway.

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