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Amanda Skalik

Welcome, I'm Amanda Skalik, Licensed Architect and Designer.


  1. About me
    I'm Amanda and I'm an Architect and Designer. Architecture- professionally, Design/ Art- when I'm feeling inspired. I have several years of professional experience at architectural offices in USA and UK. That taught me to perceive architecture from a multitude of different perspectives; not limited to local codes, current trends or context only. As for my art, I prefer not to take it too seriously; my goal is to create objects and to arrange spaces for my audience's amusement; with the simple purpose to make you smile. Healthy living, baking, traveling and reading are some of my greatest interests. I am also learning the polish language, which is considered one of the most difficult languages. But, impossiblity is nothing. I also love the newest addition to our family, Wioletka Kotka (our cat). She enriches our everyday life and brings us much amusement with her crazy shenanigans. ;)
  2. Resume
    QUALIFICATIONS + NCARB Certified. + Registered Architect - State of Iowa. + Master of Fine Art - Edinburgh College of Art. + Bachelor of Architecture - Iowa State University. OBJECTIVES + Broadening my knowledge in sustainable design and renewable sources of energy in architecture. + Working in a team environment with fluid communication and easy flow of ideas and knowledge. + Gain experience in LEED design and administration with the intention to become LEED AP.
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    PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE IX 2009 - Current - Novak Design Group PLC, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA Architect Oakhill Jackson Housing Building A - 75,000 sq ft (52 residential units) Building B - 63,000 sq ft (45 residential units) + Developed and refined schematic design documents. + Reviewed and evaluated the project in the context of relevant local and federal building codes, including ADA requirements. + Assisted in the coordination and integration of consultant documents including structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. + Collaborated in the preparation of an accurate and consistent set of architectural construction documents. + Assisted the Project Architect with Contract Administration. Linn County Public Service Center 74,000 sq ft + Collaborated with the design team and consultants to complete a full set of construction documents. + Assisted with the coordination and isssue of addendum. + Assisted the Project Architect with Contract Administration. Foth - Cedar Rapids Office Relocation, Interior Improvement + Acted as project liaison for landlord, tenent, realtor, design architect and general contractor. + Coordinated issuance of bidding documents and addendum, facilitated negotiations. + Responsible for Contract Administration. VI 2007 - VII 2008 - 3DReid, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK Part II Architectual Assistant Travelodge Hotel 4250 sq m + Developed and coordinated drawings for Building Warrant. + Coordinated and produced detailed drawings for construction. + Organized and issuing detailed design drawings for tender. DeVere Luxery Spa 1400 sq m + Developed feasibility and presentation package, including proposal drawings, vizualizations and existing site analysis for luxery spa, cafe and aquatic therapy clinic. Aldi Retail Store (Southern Scotland Locations) + Developed and coordinated drawings, documents and applications for Planning Submissions and Building Warrants. + Coordinated and produced detailed design drawings for construction. + Attending monthly design team meetings. X 2004 - IX 2006 - InVision Architecture, Waterloo, Iowa, USA Architectural Assistant VGM Homelink National Referral Center 58,000 sq ft + Developed a project work plan that included tasks and responsibilities for each team member, personal requirements and schedule. + Coordinated and cross referenced all documents including consultants documents. + Managed and coordinated review of contractor submittals. + Organized, attended and documented monthly design team meetings and field observations. Waterloo Center for the Arts, Youth Pavilion 20,000 sq ft + Prepared a full set of construction documents accurately conveying the design development drawings. + Coordinated and cross referencing all documents including consultant's documents. + Processed and drafted change orders, requests for information and architects supplemental instructions. + Managed and coordinated review of contractor submittals. College of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University 80,000 sq ft + Prepared design development drawings. + Identified conflicts between building systems and coordinated the work of consultants in resolving these issues. V 2003 - IIX 2003 - Herbert Lewis Kruse Blunck, DesMoines, Iowa, USA Intern Iowa State University, Memorial Union Addition 15,000 sq ft + Researched and documented existing site conditions. + Constructed a physical model for client presentation. EDUCATION 1998 - 2004 - Bachelor of Architecture. NAAB - Accredited Program. Iowa State University. 2006 - 2008 - Master of Fine Arts. Edinburgh College of Art. ARCHITECTURAL COMPETITIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS 2007 - Florida Inside Out Magazine, Shrink This House Architectural Design Competition, "Hurricanes Shrunk this House", Group Entry. 2006 - Future Academy Architectural Workshop. An interdisciplinary experiment with an intended collaboration between art, architecture and space. 2005 - Architectural Design Convention Exhibition, Boston, BSA, "In the Pursuit of Housing Design Competition and Build Boston Residential". 2004 - Nominee for RDG Prize in Architectural Design Competition, based on performance and creative innovation during the final year of Bachelor of Architecture. 2004 - Hagar Qim Mnajdra World Heritage Park Temple Conservation, International Architectural Design Competition, Malta, Group Entry. 2004 - International Architectural Design Exhibition, Valetta, Malta. 2004 - 2006 - Associate Member of the American Institute of Architects. 2003 - Architectural Rome Exhibition, Gallery 181, College of Design. 2002 - Nominee for BWBR + ISU Prize in Architectural Design Competition, based on outstanding performance and development as an architect into the total profession. 2001 - 2003 - Mentor and design critic for lower level design reviews. SOLO ART EXHIBITIONS 2008 - 56 Perpendicular to 28, 3DReid, Edinburgh, Scotland. Honorable mention. 2008 - 98 Strings Attached from the Ceiling to the Floor, Sleeper Gallery, Edinburgh, Scotland. Honorable mention. GROUP ART EXHIBITIONS 2007 - 3 Hour Panic, Tent Gallery Evolution House, Edinburgh Scotland. 2007 - Freshly Squeezed, Krisni Hrodik, Piran Slovenia. Honorable mention. 2007 - Uberfluss, Deutzer Brucke, Koln, Germany. 2007 - The Lines Between, Caledonian Hall Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh, Scotland. COMPUTER SKILLS Auto CAD Architectural Desktop Revit Sketchup Viz Render AccuRender Final Cut Pro Adobe Photoshop + Adobe Illustrator MS Office LANGUAGES English - Native Polish - Beginner
  3. Architecture

    Linn County Public Service Center, Cedar Rapids, IA + Total floor area: 4,000 sq ft, 4-story. + Scheduled completion - I/2012. + Key Program Elements: Departments: Board of Supervisors, Planning and Development, Treasurer, Recorder, Civil Attorney, Assessor, Auditor, Human Resources. PERSONAL INVOLVMENT

    Linn County Public Service Center PERSONAL INVOLVMENT

    + Collaborated with the design team and consultants to complete a full set of construction documents. + Assisted with the coordination and issue of addendum drawings and documents. + Assisted the Project Architect with contract administration. + LEED "Silver" Certification.

    Oak Hill Jackson Housing, Cedar Rapids, IA + Building A: 1 level parking + 3 levels residential (52 residential units). Total floor area - 75,000sq ft. Project Completed. + Building B: 1 level parking + 3 levels residential (45 residential units). Total floor area - 63,000sq ft. Project Completed. PERSONAL INVOLVMENT

    Oak Hill Jackson Housing PERSONAL INVOLVMENT

    + Developed and refined design development documents. + Evaluated and applied local and federal building code. + Asassisted with the integration and coordination of consultants' documents and implemented a 'fast-track' schedule for the completion of a full set of construction documents achieved in 3 month schedule. + Assisting with contract administration.

    VGM Call Center Expansion, Waterloo, IA + Total floor area: 58,000 sq ft, 3-story. + Project completed - IV/ 2007. + Key Program Elements: 3- story Open Atrium, 2- story Open Office, Private Offices, Theater, Grille, Lounge. PERSONAL INVOLVMENT

    VGM Call Center Expansion PERSONAL INVOLVMENT

    + Coordinated a team in the production of multiple construction document packages. + Administered and integrated consultants' documents. + Assisted with contract administration. + Attended monthly design team meetings. + Performed site observations and prepared field reports and reviewed contractor submittals. + Project was substantially completed before schedule, no claims or disputes filed.

    Waterloo Centre for the Arts, Phelps Youth Pavilion, Waterloo, IA + Total floor area: 20,000 sq ft, 3-story. + Project completed - X/ 2007. + Key Program Elements: Travelling Exhibition Gallery, Permanent Collections Gallery, Ceramics Studio, Gift Shop, Art House Cafe. PERSONAL INVOLVMENT

    VGM Call Center Expansion PERSONAL INVOLVMENT

    + Produced a full set of construction documents. + Assisted with contract administration. + Processed change orders, requests for information, architect's supplemental instructions. + Managed and reviewed contractor submittals.

    Lockard Office Building, Cedar Falls, IA + Total floor area: 14,000 sq ft, 2-story. + Project completed - XI/ 2006. + Key Program Elements: Open Office, Private Offices, 2- story Open Entry, Employee Gym, Locker Room. PERSONAL INVOLVMENT

    Lockard Office Building PERSONAL INVOLVMENT

    + Produced a full set of construction documents. + Assisted with contract administration. + Processed change orders, requests for information, architect's supplemental instructions. + Managed and reviewed contractor submittals.
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    Telephone 001 319 210 8373

    Email amanda.skalik@gmail.com

    Address Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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