Master of Architecture - Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana Thesis: Environment, Place & Architecture (2004)

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1 Justin Scott Smith 33 Westbourne Terrace #6 Brookline, MA Master of Architecture - Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana Thesis: Environment, Place & Architecture (2004) 2004 Education: Experience: Medicine Hat, Inc. - Gallatin Gateway, Montana & Architect Intern, Carpenter, Construction Administrator Performed design development, construction administration, and general contracting for a modern, pre-fabricated residential project: Ruby Springs PREFAB Conducted site planning and precedent/ feasibility research for pre-fab shipping container residence Completed carpentry, woodwork, and steel fabrication on custom residential deck railing, sliding track window screening, interior barn-style sliding doors, hydraulic-lift porch screens, and custom hydraulic-lift hunting trailer Roads Unwound Project - Alaska to Costa Rica Entrepreneur, Professional Touring Cyclist, Photographer, Writer Planned and executed a cycling adventure from Alaska to Costa Rica; 8,500 miles, 9 countries Explored the relationships between landscapes and communities Maintained multiple sponsor relationships Focused Spanish Language study and volunteering in Guatemala Documented project on Created a gallery exhibit of photos and writing on show at The Grocery Store, Gallatin Gateway, MT Residential Remodels - Colorado Springs, Colorado & Designer, Contractor, Cabinetmaker Designed and built custom kitchens and home remodels, including; cabinetry, bar-tops, bar-stools, entertainment centers and fireplace facade Collaborated with clients through design and construction and encouraged participation Miller Architects - Livingston, Montana & Architect Intern, Drafter, Project Manager Assisted project managers with residential design development and construction documents for rustic residential projects ranging from 1,000sf to 18,000sf As project manager, collaborated with lead architect and client on schematic design and design development for 5,000sf residence; coordinated estimate package, and reviewed returned bids Built detailed physical scale models for six different projects Premise 5 Design Belgrade, Montana Carpenter, Contractor, Construction Administrator, Designer Assisted with design and construction of remodels and new construction Managed seasonal laborers, sub-contractors, and material orders and delivery & Ryker/Nave Design Livingston, Montana Carpenter Assisted with remodel and addition of an established Montana cabin, and managed construction of project's custom interior and exterior doors (30 in total) Assisted with complex construction of a modern residence: Outside/ In House and Studio

2 Skills: AutoCad, Physical architectural models, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Wordpress Contracting, Construction Management, Request and Review Construction Estimates Architectural Millwork, Fine Furniture and Custom Woodworking, Cabinetry, Carpentry, Framing, Finishing Languages: English fluency, Spanish intermediate proficiency Dynamic problem solving, extensive international travel experience Publications and Awards: Ruby Springs PREFAB Medicine Hat, Inc. Published in Mountain Living (March/April 2012) Green is...made Locally Architectures à vivre (France) (Marz/Avril 2012) Bois Express Outside/ In House and Studio Ryker/Nave Design Published in Off the Grid Homes: Case studies for sustainable living (2007) by Lori Ryker, PhD Architecture and the Remote Studio: An Overview and a View from Within" MSU Remote Studio Published in Architecture Journal (September 2004) by Lori Ryker, PhD and Justin Smith 2nd Place - International Sustainable Community Design Competition (2002) Group competition sponsored by The American University in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates References Available upon request

3 Outside/ In House and Studio - Livingston, MT Ryker/Nave Design Assisted with framing and finishing of this complex modern residence, which includes a greenhouse as part of the kitchen. Developed understanding of building methods and techniques and contributed to dialogue over design and construction details.

4 Klever Remodel Colorado Springs, CO Independent Project Designed and built this kitchen and interior remodel, including; cabinets, walnut bar-tops (right), bar-stools, fireplace surround and built-in entertainment center. Installed gas fireplace, hardwood floors, and stair railing. Displays understanding of project and construction management, client coordination, craftsmanship and design. Smith Deck Rapid City, SD Independent Project Designed and built this wrap-around covered deck and lower patio following a tight budget and short schedule.

5 Bridges Residence Livingston, MT Ryker/Nave Design Assisted with renovation, remodel, and addition to an antiquated Montana barn; learning rustic design and building methods. Contributed to design and construction decisions, and managed on-site construction of interior and exterior doors (30 doors in total, seen at left). Below Left: Great Point Lodge Big Sky, MT Miller Architects Assisted with design development and construction documents for this rustic 18,000 s.f. residence. Below: Cholnoky Model Miller Architects Constructed detailed scale model for client presentation.

6 Ruby Springs PREFAB Ruby Valley, MT Medicine Hat, Inc. Assisted with construction administration for this modern residence built in 4 pieces 100 miles from its final location. Ruby Springs PREFAB Assisted with design and construction of hydraulic operated porch screen wall (above). Broken into 3 sections, the 20 ft tall screens are adjustable to meet shade and privacy needs of owners. Participated in design, detailing, and building of interior and exterior track doors for privacy, and control of light. Fox Residence West Boulder Reserve, MT Ryker/Nave Design and Premise 5 Design Assisted in construction of this garage/studio and adjacent cabin addition from foundation through to finish. In addition to crafting log and timber details, I learned about scheduling and job-site material management when working in hard-to-reach locations.

7 Miller Architects Livingston, MT 15,000sf Residence Assisted Architect and Project Manager in drafting the initial document set and details for construction estimate.

8 Miller Architects Livingston, MT 5,000sf Residence Assisted Architect as Project Manager in developing the initial drawing set and details for construction estimate.