As a designer Jessica is inspired by challenges that require a creative solution that pushes boundaries and explores every alternative. She naturally, and unapologetically, takes the initiate and dives directly into those challenges head-on. She enjoys being around people and prefers working in collaborative groups where she can inspire, teach, and learn from those around her. She believes that design and architecture should foster environments that can positively affect the daily lives of those who inhabit them enhance interactions with others and ultimately help make the world a better place.
ACE Mentor Program (Volunteer), Hartford, CT, US, Mentor
Mentor on team that meets weekly and designs a project on a real site which gets submitted in the national ACE competition.
ACE Mentor Program (Volunteer), New Haven, CT, US, Mentor
Mentor on team that meets weekly and designs a project on a real site which gets submitted in the national ACE competition.
Gregg Wies & Gardner Architects, LLC, New Haven, CT, US, Project Manager
Jessica has managed and designed a variety of architectural and interior design projects spanning multiple sectors, budgets, scopes and schedules. She has had the opportunity to improve and oversee many different aspects of the firm, some of those are as follows:
- Single-handedly prepares RFQ/P responses
- Improved quality of 3D models and architectural visualizations
- Manages project cost estimates and budgets
- Writes / modifies 3-Part CSI Specifications
- Analyses code requirements, occupancy loads & egress
- Develops & maintains firm website & promotional materials
- Assists colleagues with selecting finishes & furniture
- Organizes firm Lunch & Learn AIA/CEU presentations
ECI Hyer Inc, Anchorage, AK, US, Interior Intern
As an Interiors Intern Jessica worked directly with the Interior Designer in designing and detailing interior projects in various sectors with extremely tight budgets. She assisted staff Architects in selecting interior finishes including ordering samples, documenting finishes and furniture for Bidding. Jessica also designed both exterior building signs and interior wayfinding and egress signage.
Woodbury University, Burbank, CA, US, BFA - Interior Architecture
Selected studies include: Beginning Drawing, Design Elements, Color Theory, Interior Architecture History I & II, Digital Communications, Space Planning, Materials & Furnishings, Detail Design, Building Systems & Codes, Material Mapping, Constructions, Contemporary IA History & Theories, Lighting Design, Construction Documents
Additional studies include: Intro to Psychology, Human Developmental Psychology, Environmental Psychology, Intro to Computer Graphics, Botany, Human Adaptations: Surviving the Climate Change
