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22815 58th Dr. SE Bothell, WA 98021 Cell : (865)-230-6945 Home: (425)-486-6589 Email: chrisleebuchanan@gmail.com

To whom it may concern:

As my resume indicates, I have roughly eight years of professional and educational experience in Architecture, City Planning, Community Service, Engineering Principles, Basic Carpentry, 3D Modeling and Assistant Teaching to high school students. I have managed or assisted either a department, single individual, or multiple individuals in separate departments. I am aware of the flexibility, focus and diplomacy such positions require. I want to bring the knowledge and insight gained through these various experiences to this office.

I have much to offer in a way of diversity of experience, education, and profession after working and studying in four countries: United States, Germany, South Africa, and Canada. Within these countries I have had the opportunity to learn different policies, cultures, procedures, and the protocols necessary to enforce them ethically and without liability. From my experience during school I have sharpened my organizational skills, through research, wood shop carpentry, and laser cutting models creating my attention to detail and ability to work with speed and accuracy in a team environment.

Finally, in all the previous positions I have held, I have approached them as opportunities for career development, advancement, and discovery. I will bring this same entrepreneurial spirit and value of vision to your office. It is my sincere hope that we will meet for an interview to discuss any questions you may have and a future for me at this office. Of course, feel free to call or e-mail me to schedule an interview.

Thank you for your time, consideration, and best regards.

Very truly yours,Christopher Lee Buchanan

22815 58th Dr. SE Bothell, WA 98021 Cell : (865)-230-6945 Home: (425)-486-6589 Email: chrisleebuchanan@gmail.com

-JANUARY- Hand Drawn Studies

-FEBRUARY- Hand Drawn Buildings -MARCH- Physical Models

-APRIL- AutoCAD among other CAD Software -MAY- 3D Modeling and Animation

-JUNE- Architecture Design and Planning Major - School Projects and Research -JULY- Urban Studies/Design Minor - School Studies and Intern Work

-AUGUST- AmeriCorps VISTA and Other Work - Volunteer Work

-SEPTEMBER- East TN Community Design Center - Design Assitant

-OCTOBER- Grieve and Associates - Internship

-NOVEMBER- Helwig & Helwig Architekten - Student Internship

-DECEMBER- RAAECO Inc. Architects - Draftsman

22815 58th Dr. SE Bothell, WA 98021 Cell : (865)-230-6945 Home: (425)-486-6589 Email: chrisleebuchanan@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE To use my skills and knowledge to secure and enhance this company‛s goals and future expectations.

QUALIFICATIONSIntermediate Skill:Draw/Draft, Painting, 3D Software, Hand Models, CAD(12yr), Adobe Suite(11yr), Office(16yr). Work Type: Architect, Volunteer, Photography, Graphics, Design, LEED, Research, Travel, Urban and Rural Design.

EDUCATION 2003 - 2009 University of Tennessee Knoxville, TN BARCH : Architecture Design and Planning Major (5 year NCARB) BA : Urban Studies Minor (City and Community Planning) EMPLOYMENT 8/2010- 12/2010 Austin East High School (Ronald Logan) Teacher Volunteer 6/2009 - 6/2010 AmeriCorps US Gov. (NE Community Center) VISTA Volunteer 12/2008 - 6/2009 East TN Community Design Center Draftsman 4/2008 - 12/2008 Grieve and Associates Internship 4/2006 - 8/2006 Helwig & Helwig Architekten Internship 1/2003 - 4/2006 RAAECO Inc. Architects Draftsman 11/1998 - 5/1999 Crowfoot Car wash DetailerREFERENCES 9 yrs. Kathy Proctor (Development Direct. ETCDC) Architecture School Advisor Tel: (865)-525-9945 Knoxville, TN 8 yrs. Lt. Captain Seth Bowman (Chemical Engineer) Y-12 Tel: (865)-454-9253 Oak Ridge,TN 4 yrs. City Councilman Duane Grieves,FAIA (Architect/Professor) Grieve Associates Tel: (865)-637-0382 Knoxville, TN 3 yrs. David Watson (Executive Director) East Tennessee Community Design Center Tel: (865) 603-3988 Knoxville, TN 1 yr Jean Farmer (Exec. Direct.) North East Community Center Tel: (509)-487-1603 Spokane, WA

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Hand Drawn StudiesKnoxville, TN

Objectives: Hand Pencil Drawings, 3D Modeling, Spatial Analysis, Math, physical models, traveled a lot, and master

planning . Hand Painting, tapered flat roof design, and an understanding of Structural, Mechanical, Civil

Engineering, and City Planning. Communication, Decision Making, Adaptability, and Decision Making. Currently

achieving LEED Certification.

Featured: Hand drawn studies: Bicycle Movement, Russian Constructivism,

Gradiant, Form, Furnishing.

Hand Drawn Buildings-Oliver Springs Historic Museum Renovation-School study of Fort Sanders Neighborhood-Mechanicville Historic Building Research-Gothic Cathedral Study

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Hand Models-Atrium Office Building-Burnt down school displayed in a Kentucky museum.

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AutoCAD and 2D Software-Scott Avenue Renovation -Site Section of Urban Neighborhood-German Houses -Assisting Hillyard-Spokane, WA

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Computer SoftwareKnoxville, TN

Objective: 12 years of AutoCAD, Form Z, Studio Max 3D, Vector Works, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suites, Autodesk (REVIT BIM), and Google SketchUp. Microstation, ArchiCAD, Maya (3D Animation), and Webpage Design. Apple Mac and PC compatible operating systems.

Featured: -Urban Scale - Adjacent Renovations, Large Garage, and Renewed Streetscape.-Diagram Study of Diamond Ranch High School by Morphosis Architects. -Architecture School projects.-Tellicol Libray-North East Community Center Spokane, WA

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University of Tennessee (BARCH) Architecture Design and Planning Major (Prof. NCARB 5yr. Degree 2008)Knoxville, TN

Objectives: Field trips: Seattle, WA (Pike Place Market and UWA); Community and Redevelopment projects of Nashville, TN ; destruction and competition studies of New Orleans, LA two months after Katrina. Redevelopment projects of Knoxville, TN.

Pre-fab design studies with Clayton Homes and Knoxville MPC. LEED design projects and research (Certified soon).

Featured: -Maryville College Center School Study-Hand Drawn Studies -Atrium Office Design -Field Trip Studies in Seattle, New Orleans, and Nashville.-School project design study for I-House by Clayton Homes.

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University of Tennessee (BA)Urban Studies/Design MinorKnoxville, TN

Objectives: Field trip studies and projects : Capetown, South Africa ; Design Guidelines for Mechanicsville Neighborhood for the MPC of Knoxville, TN ; Knoxville studies and research of mixed use development projects ; and evaluations of Knoxville city parks and greenway connections.

Featured: -Lonsdale Neighborhood Center: Sustainable, Mix-Use, Prefab-Study of Historic Neighborhoods in Knoxville-Field Trip Study of New Orleans-Assiting Hillyard-Spokane, WA

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Austin East High School (Volunteer) Knoxville, TN AmeriCorpsVISTA (NE Community Center) Spokane, WA Volunteer Objectives: Managed over high school students and teaching and training them Auto-CAD, Engineering Processes, How to read Architecture and Engineering Drawings and Specs, Google SketchUp, As-Built drawings for renovations, high school student CAD design, and engineered principles. AmeriCorps VISTA Objectives: Community center activities, evaluated neighborhood parks and existing facilities, financial fundraising, silver LEED and non-profit assistance of renovations. Working next to professional associates, contractors, inspectors, civic groups, worked with general public meetings and government agencies. Read most of the applicable laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances such as the Growth Management Act, SEPA, and zoning codes.

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East Tennessee Community Design CenterKnoxville, TN

Objectives: Community building and park planning development for non-profit, LEED designs, Empowerment Zone Development Grant Fascade Design Guidelines. Presented information to the general public, public groups, and City Council and board members.

Featured: -Tellico Library Silver LEED (water collection, solar cells, passive solar, rain garden, permeable grass pavers, and to save a 60‛ Holly tree.)-Design Guideline Example of Fascade Grant-South Waterfront presentation info to public.

Grieve and Associates Knoxville, TN

Objectives: Community Projects, Golf Course, University of Tennessee Buildings, Residential, Product Reviews, define deficiencies, and design or contract for the design of new facilities. Prepared plans specifications and estimates. Worked with professional associates, contractors, inspectors, civic groups, the general public, and municipal, state and federal government agencies. Further education classes with AutoCAD 2009 Construct Modeling, similar to BIM modeling.

Featured: Seattle Architecture for Humanity - African Medical Clinic / Village Competition (Water Collection and sustainable features, biodegradable materials, and designed for multiple climates.)

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Helwig & Helwig Architekten Frankfurt, Germany

Objectives: Helped work on several House Designs, commercial designs, and photography.Featured: German House Examples and a finished WC.

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RAAECO Inc. Architects Knoxville, TN Objectives: Worked on several Historic Renovations, Commercial, Residential, Model Building, Consulting Engineers, Graphic Designing, and Site Planning.

Featured: Scott Ave. Renovation - Before and After with the help of AutoCAD

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