Gladys Marie Dussoni
London, UK
Summary
Architectural designer with design and technician experience on residential projects in the UK.
Proactive with planning strengths to meet changing priorities in pressured environments.
Adaptable to teamwork and proactive in autonomous work.
Passionate about interior design and bespoke carpentry modelling.
Experience in residential planning applications in the UK.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Part 3 Architectural Designer
CATO creative
London
2023.02 - 2024.10
- Developed detailed architectural designs for domestic projects. Following it from RIBA Stage 1 to 6 with Traditional Procurement.
- Led meetings from RIBA Stage 2 to 6 with domestic clients to discuss project requirements.
- Liaised with regulatory bodies and planning authorities to secure planning permissions.
- Liaised with Building control officers and Party wall surveyors for regulatory approvals in alignment with project timelines.
- Collaborated with structural engineers and other consultants to ensure design integrity, adhering to project specifications.
- Prepared tenders documentation; coordinated analysis and negotiation with contractors.
- Coordinated the design team to actively deliver the project on time.
- Conducted site meeting to determine progress.
- Resolved issues during construction phase by liaising with contractors, safeguarding project timelines.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for innovative design creation through CPDs
RIBA Part 2 Architectural Designer
CATO creative
London
2021.03 - 2023.02
- Produced bespoke lookbooks and proposals to client preferences and needs, resulting in personalised design for RIBA Stage 2
- Developed detailed architectural designs in 3d modelling for RIBA Stage 3.
- Produced technical drawings packs based on architect lead requirements for RIBA Stage 4.
- Following Specification and Procurement with architect leads following Traditional procurement.
- Managed documentation related to projects, including planning permissions and contractors' contracts, providing information upon requests.
Equivalent RIBA Part 2 Architectural Assistant
Valle 3.0
Rome, Italy
2017.09 - 2019.09
- Assisted design leads in preparing presentations and deliveries for the equivalent of RIBA Stage 2 to 4 for projects with the equivalent of Design and Build Procurement.
- BIM modeller for public projects including hospitality and high health care projects.
- Collaborated with the team for national and international competitions.
- Supported the design lead in administrative tasks related to the projects.
Equivalent RIBA Part 1 Architectural Assistant
Adyton Architecture and Engineer
Rome, Italy
2016.03 - 2016.07
- Assisted in site surveys for commercial and domestic projects.
- Developed 2D models of architectural designs, improving client visualisation and understanding.
- Collaborated with senior architects through research and presentations.
- Completed appraisals of site conditions research and submitted to senior architects for review.
- Provided administrative support to senior architectural staff.
Education
RIBA Part 3 - Course
London Metropolitan University
London 2023.02 -
Master - Architecture RIBA Part 2
London Metropolitan University
London 2019.09 - 2021.06
Master - Landscape Architecture
Universita' La Sapienza
Rome 2016.10 - 2018.10
Bachelor - Architecture, Equivalent Part 1
Universita' La Sapienza
Roma 2013.10 - 2016.10
Skills
- Proficiency in SketchUp and Layout, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Pack
- Domestic Residential design expertise
- Team leadership in projects
- Client relationship handling
Languages
Italian
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Part 3 Architectural Designer
CATO creative
2023.02 - 2024.10
RIBA Part 3 - Course
London Metropolitan University
2023.02 -
RIBA Part 2 Architectural Designer
CATO creative
2021.03 - 2023.02
Master - Architecture RIBA Part 2
London Metropolitan University
2019.09 - 2021.06
Equivalent RIBA Part 2 Architectural Assistant
Valle 3.0
2017.09 - 2019.09
Master - Landscape Architecture
Universita' La Sapienza
2016.10 - 2018.10
Equivalent RIBA Part 1 Architectural Assistant
Adyton Architecture and Engineer
2016.03 - 2016.07
Bachelor - Architecture, Equivalent Part 1
Universita' La Sapienza
2013.10 - 2016.10