Bryan Kobe
Architecture. Design. Fabrication.
Education
Work Experience
Masters of Architecture
MOZU Architecture
The Southern California Institute of Architecture
Architectural Designer, El Segundo, Ca January 2017 - April 2018
Los Angeles, Ca, September of 2016
Architectural Drafting, 3D Modeling, Rendering, Site Documentation, Plancheck Preparation etc.
Bachelors of Fine Arts in Interior Design
Freelance Designer
California State University Chico
Designer/Fabricator, Los Angeles, Ca August 2011 - Present
Chico, Ca, August 2012
Associates of Arts Degree in University Studies
Shasta College
Redding, Ca, May 2009
High School Diploma
Central Valley High School
Shasta Lake City, Ca, June 2006
Schematic design and construction documents for small commercial projects, artist works and residential projects. Fabricating of custom furniture pieces as well as the architectural photography at the completion of projects. Brand development strategies, graphic design packages and product photography for small businesses.
Michael Maltzan Architecture
Intern, Los Angeles, Ca July - August 2015
Fabricated architectural models for various projects; repaired and maintained tools and equipment including the in-house laser cutter.
Personal References
Rouben Mohiuddin
Principle of Scale In(ter)vention
Contact information will be provided upon request
Erika Villeda
Interior Designer at Universal Creative
Contact information will be provided upon request
Luke Blonski
Technical Designer at Walter P. Moore
Contact information will be provided upon request
MRMC, LLC
Los Angeles, Ca July 2014 - January 2015
Developed schematic design proposals including renderings of the proposed space, worked through the design development phase and produced the construction documents for two commercial projects. Fabricated two large movable display cabinets and assisted with the install.
Nyarian Architecture, LLC
Architectural Designer
Glendale, Ca, May - July 2014
Developed schematic design proposals for the remodeling and flipping of homes in the northern Los Angeles, Ca area. Fixed existing Sketchup 3D models and prepared them for client presentation.
The Southern California Institute of Architecture
Shop Assistant, Los Angeles, Ca September 2012 - April 2013
Watched and assisted students in proper use of tools and equipment. Ensured no injuries or potential for injury could occur. Maintained tools and equipment including laser cutters.
Skill
Software
Rhinoceros 3D
Autodesk AUTOCAD
Autodesk Maya
Google Sketchup
Blender & Cycles Render
VRay
Maxwell
Fabrication Skills & Experience
3d printing
Lasercutting
Foamcore
Wood & Acrylic
Concrete & Plaster
Fine Woodworking
Metalworking
Photography
General Construction
Scale In(ter)vention Design
Designer, Chico, Ca May 2010 - June 2012
Schematic design, design development and construction documentation for residential projects. Furniture design and fabrication of heirloom quality furniture and colaborated with local artists to develop custom art layouts. Developed and designed a graphics package for the company. Assisted designing and producing a gallery show exhibiting company works.
California State University Chico, Art Department
Research Assistant for "Recycling + Design" Chico, Ca Feb - May 2012
Developed a body of research around reclaimed and recycled items used in design. Interviewed local artists who worked with reclaimed materials to produce their work.
Gold Mantis Construction Decoration Co., Ltd
Intern, Suzhou, China June - August 2013
Concept design for a conference room in the Shanghai Tower
Concept design for a banquet room in the Shanghai Tower
Concept design and graphic's package for a hotel/restaurant in Minsk, Belarus
Westgate Urban Hardwoods
Graphic Designer, Durham, Ca February - May 2012
Produced a multimedia brand package proposal
Eight Inc.
Intern, San Francisco, Ca June - July 2007
Designed/built a Front Desk based from the work of Donald Judd.