SOHL SOLACE
15637 Avenida Alcachofa, Apt D, San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 254-2611 | architectlds@gmail.com | newsketches.com
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
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Experienced architectural designer with a Master’s degree in Architecture and a licensed contractor with 20+ years of expertise in custom residential and small commercial design-build projects. Skilled in integrating architecture, landscape, and construction oversight to deliver sustainable, detail-driven designs. Directed projects from concept through completion, including permitting, structural coordination, budgeting, and on-site supervision. Managed client relations, consultant coordination, and construction execution across multiple concurrent projects. Supervised site construction to ensure alignment with design intent and building codes. Strong knowledge of codes and regulations, with proven ability to guide projects from vision to reality. Seeking to contribute design and technical leadership within a collaborative architectural firm.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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NewSketches LLC, San Diego, CA License No. 1128473
Nov 2020 – Present
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Designed and managed construction for a professional office suite (Walltra 8) in San Diego, multiple custom homes, and ADUs in California.
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Completed full architectural design and secured approved construction permits for a restaurant in El Cajon, CA.
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Prepared final design and permit documents for the office complex (V-Axis 4+1), ready for submission to San Diego County.
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3D visualizations and developed full construction document sets for custom homes and apartment renovations.
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Local Design Studio – New York, NY & Rhode Island
Architectural Designer, Construction & Project Manager
Apr 2009 – Aug 2020
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Developed full construction document sets and 3D visualizations for custom homes and apartment renovations.
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Supervised site construction and ensured alignment with design intent and building codes.
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Completed the design and construction of a custom home in Rhode Island.
(Project in the Forest) — a site-responsive, sustainable residential design integrated into wooded terrain. -
Also completed several high-end apartment renovations in Manhattan.
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Sussan Lari Architect PC – New York, NY
Architectural Designer
Apr 2008 – Mar 2009
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Assisted in the design of high-end single- and multi-family residential projects in Long Island.
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Created presentation drawings and design packages for client and city approval.
Saeed Design Studio – California
Architectural Designer
Oct 2004 – Mar 2008
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Designed and drafted single- and multi-family residential projects throughout California.
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Contributed to conceptual design, plan development, and client presentations.
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TECHNICAL SKILLS
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Design & Drafting: AutoCAD, Revit Architecture, Rhino, Gimp, Hand Drafting
Visualization: 3D Rendering, Conceptual Modeling, Site Integration
Project Oversight: Construction Management, Permit Processing, Budgeting, Site Supervision
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EDUCATION
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NewSchool of Architecture & Design – San Diego, CA
Master of Architecture Program (GPA 4.0) | 2023
Beheshti University
Master of Architecture | Oct 1987 – Sep 1996
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CERTIFICATIONS
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California Building Contractor License – CSLB License No. 1128473 Issued 2020
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Architecture License, Lic. #10-1-0-31169 – 2001 – 2006​​
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