PROFILE
I have always had a strong interest in design even before I knew what architecture was. Since then, I have taken every opportunity to translate that interest into a full-fledged passion for architectural excellence and design.
WORK EXPERIENCE
SBLM Architects (summer 2013)
Hired to help bolster the firm’s creative and rendering capability. I worked exclusively on a response to an RFP by the New Jersey City University (NJCU). NJCU was expanding its science and engineering programs. I designed two renderings and a floor plan to accompany the credential and written RFP. Go to "Selected works" to learn more.
BlackRock Partners, NY, NY (2009 - present)
Carpenter: I design and build private and group offices on multiple 6,000 sq ft. floors at 545 West 45th. This includes initial client meetings, landlord approval and design to complete build-out.
Lucas McMahon Velle, M.Arch
Architecture Experience
SBLM (Summer 2013), see above.
UrbanBuild, New Orleans, LA (Spring 2013)
Student led project in which we designed + built an outdoor market/pavilion over a year. Built in Central City, the project added programmatic diversity and brought community investment to the low-income area. We designed six movable (in-house welded) vending pods to turn the site into an outdoor market and pavilion. Go to "Built" to learn more.
Danish Institute of Studies (DIS), Copenhagen, Denmark (Fall 2012)
While abroad I designed and constructed a chair using 200 wooden cogs. The chair holds a curved form when in tension and rolls up when the tension is released. Images were used for the wood companies advertisements. Go to "Built" to learn more.
Architect's Week, New Orleans, LA (Fall 2011)
I led a team of five students to design and construct a 1-week instillation intended to inspire thoughtful student interaction on campus. The project was placed on Tulane’s campus and featured in ArchDaily. Go to "Built" to learn more.
Sukka Design Project, New Orleans, LA (Fall 2009)
During a one-week design/build project, I collaborated with fellow student William Nemintoff to design and construct a modern revival of the hundred year old Sukka, a traditional Jewish place of worship. Go to "built" to learn more.
Education
Tulane University School of Architecture (TSA), New Orleans, LA. (2009 - 2014)
Masters of Architecture (M.Arch), 2014
Minor in Urban Studies
Danish Institute of Studies (DIS) (Fall 2012)
Studied Copenhagen's sustainable architectural and building practices. Additional focus on Danish woodworking.
SKILLS
Revit / Rhino / AutoCAD / Photoshop / Illustrator / Adobe Suite / Woodwork / VRay /
Construction Techniques / Full Welding / Hand Drafting / Model Making / Sustainable Practices
RECOGNITION
Tulane School of Architecture (2009 - 2014)
2014: Graduated with Honors
2014: MINIhattan: awarded a honorable mention for outstanding thesis design.
2009 - 2014: My work has been featured for several years in Tulane’s Charrette Magazine.
2013: Won a Revit driven design competition for a concept of an affordable, sustainable, shot-gun house.
2013: UrbanBuild New Orleans (see experience).
Job Experience (ext.)
The McMahon Group, Clinical Oncology News NY, NY (2009 - 11)
Sales Assistant: Teaming with the publication sales group, I work with existing and potential clients to increase advertising sales. Product knowledge and client presentations was my primary responsibility.
Nantucket Community Sailing (NCS), Nantucket, MA (2009 - 13)
Sailing / Windsurfing Instructor: Though-out school I was employed as an instructor for NCS. In addition to sailing lessons, I was promoted to Head Windsurfing Instructor and organized private and group lessons for both sailing and windsurfing. I also have a boating and small craft captain's license.
Rue B / Tir Na Nog, NY, NY (2010 - 2012)
Bar-Back: I am trained bartender and enjoy interacting with patrons to increase business.