Due to the weather and likelihood that the roads will still be unsafe for travel, we have rescheduled the event for 2.4.2014 from 4-7. We hope that everyone can come out and celebrate with us!
Eugene Thompson
www.ionicdezigns.com
Boush Street Offices
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Friday, January 24, 2014
IONIC HIRING AGAIN
Ionic DeZign Studios is looking for a Junior
Architect to join our ever growing practice.
IONIC is a Virginia Beach based Architecture and Interiors firm. We work on a variety of project types, including retail, restaurants, hospitality, corporate offices, mixed-use and commercial, financial, municipality projects as well as religious architecture and custom residential homes. IONIC is a firm that strives to set the bar higher in terms creativity and ingenuity throughout the design process. Yes, the work is demanding and it takes the effort of putting in the time in order to reap the rewards. However, just as hard as we work we believe in playing equally as hard. Team IONIC is about relationships. Within a supportive and mentorship philosophy, IONIC provides a climate where you'll succeed and be a part of a continuously growing and evolving family of designers.
Qualifications Summary:
Completion of five or six-year architectural degree program.
Minimum of 5 years total professional experience; experience required in all phases of project work including preparation of conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documents and supporting materials.
Licensed Architect or actively seeking licensure.
Plans, schedules, organizes, and executes distinct portions of smaller projects; or contributions toward larger projects.
Provides technical design input and support for the development of the entire design concept for the assigned work under a Principle.
With limited supervision, responsible for a project’s or an assigned portion of a project’s technical design effort, subsequent detailed design development, project coordination and quality control efforts during all phases of project work in close collaboration with a Senior Designer or Principle.
Develops thorough understanding of design philosophy of projects and provides major input in developing a design and building performance strategy.
Develops leadership presence office wide as a resource to others within the office.
Seeks creative and innovative solutions to assigned tasks and develops appropriate research and documentation to support these solutions.
Drives collaborative relationship with consultants and knowledge resources to ensure that deliverables are coordinated, integrated and support the performance goals of the project.
Organizes own work efforts and that of his/her assigned team.
Contributes to preparation of design documents and leads the detailed development of construction documents.
Leads review of design and construction documents in order to confirm compliance with the contract deliverables.
Sets an example for team effort through the spirit of cooperation.
Proactively checks and coordinates project documents including but not limited to drawing set organization, details, dimensions, interdisciplinary coordination items, specifications coordination, etc.
Reviews shop drawings and sample submittals.
Coordinates and develops responses to contractor questions, inquiries, RFI’s etc.
Prepares punch-lists and field observation reports.
Seeks to build an external presence at industry events, conferences, organizations and beyond.
Actively pursuing or has achieved LEED professional accreditation.
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of architectural practice.
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of building materials, detailing, construction techniques, building systems selection, related engineering principles, sustainability strategies and building codes.
Demonstrated practical knowledge of space programming and functional adjacencies.
Demonstrated practical understanding of the application of digital tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, 3dsMAX, Sketch-up, Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Submit resumes, references and digital portfolios to info@ionicdezigns.com
IONIC is a Virginia Beach based Architecture and Interiors firm. We work on a variety of project types, including retail, restaurants, hospitality, corporate offices, mixed-use and commercial, financial, municipality projects as well as religious architecture and custom residential homes. IONIC is a firm that strives to set the bar higher in terms creativity and ingenuity throughout the design process. Yes, the work is demanding and it takes the effort of putting in the time in order to reap the rewards. However, just as hard as we work we believe in playing equally as hard. Team IONIC is about relationships. Within a supportive and mentorship philosophy, IONIC provides a climate where you'll succeed and be a part of a continuously growing and evolving family of designers.
Qualifications Summary:
Completion of five or six-year architectural degree program.
Minimum of 5 years total professional experience; experience required in all phases of project work including preparation of conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documents and supporting materials.
Licensed Architect or actively seeking licensure.
Plans, schedules, organizes, and executes distinct portions of smaller projects; or contributions toward larger projects.
Provides technical design input and support for the development of the entire design concept for the assigned work under a Principle.
With limited supervision, responsible for a project’s or an assigned portion of a project’s technical design effort, subsequent detailed design development, project coordination and quality control efforts during all phases of project work in close collaboration with a Senior Designer or Principle.
Develops thorough understanding of design philosophy of projects and provides major input in developing a design and building performance strategy.
Develops leadership presence office wide as a resource to others within the office.
Seeks creative and innovative solutions to assigned tasks and develops appropriate research and documentation to support these solutions.
Drives collaborative relationship with consultants and knowledge resources to ensure that deliverables are coordinated, integrated and support the performance goals of the project.
Organizes own work efforts and that of his/her assigned team.
Contributes to preparation of design documents and leads the detailed development of construction documents.
Leads review of design and construction documents in order to confirm compliance with the contract deliverables.
Sets an example for team effort through the spirit of cooperation.
Proactively checks and coordinates project documents including but not limited to drawing set organization, details, dimensions, interdisciplinary coordination items, specifications coordination, etc.
Reviews shop drawings and sample submittals.
Coordinates and develops responses to contractor questions, inquiries, RFI’s etc.
Prepares punch-lists and field observation reports.
Seeks to build an external presence at industry events, conferences, organizations and beyond.
Actively pursuing or has achieved LEED professional accreditation.
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of architectural practice.
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of building materials, detailing, construction techniques, building systems selection, related engineering principles, sustainability strategies and building codes.
Demonstrated practical knowledge of space programming and functional adjacencies.
Demonstrated practical understanding of the application of digital tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, 3dsMAX, Sketch-up, Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Submit resumes, references and digital portfolios to info@ionicdezigns.com
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
IONIC: Manage Your Day 1.8.2014
Sometimes it's the smallest of things that set off a day in the right direction. Have a great day my friends.
D. Eugene Thompson, AIA
Ionic DeZign Studios
www.ionicdezigns.com
"Where Art and Architecture Come Together"
Sunday, January 5, 2014
DIY Construction
It is dangerous for someone who knows too much about construction......namely an architect......more namely me......to do anything in actual construction. Lol. Just a quick picture of some Saturday morning concrete frames made and getting ready to prepare the rebar and WWF.
And yes I have done this before......in another lifetime ago during summer breaks in college I worked various construction industries. Installed roofing, buried telephone lines, laid sod, dug trenches and installed sewer lines, poured concrete and even ran a backhoe. Amazing isn't it?
Well you will have to stop by our office in a few weeks for our grand revealing of all our renovations and expansion. Be watching for the announcement going out next week!
Ionic DeZign Studios
www.ionicdezigns.com
Where Art and Architecture Come Together
D, Eugene Thompson, AIA
Founder + President
Friday, January 3, 2014
Construction Bid in Kansas City MO
Ionic DeZign Studios is seeking qualified contractors interested in the bidding of interior build out work in Kansas City, Missouri. Projects consists of approximately 2600 square feet of minor medical facilities within an existing tenant space. Scope of work includes but not limited to demolition, framing, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, flooring, paint, lighting, finishes. Estimated cost of construction under $100,000.00.
IONIC will be represent owner for contract administrative services and will seek qualified bids by 21 January 2014. Project current seeking permit approvals with an anticipated start date of 2.1.2014 and a completion date of 3.31.2014.
Interested parties please contact the following:
D. Eugene Thompson, AIA- Sr Architect - et@ionicdezigns.com
Abby Hoffman Assoc AIA - Project Manager - ahoffman@ionicdezigns.com
Ionic DeZign Studios, Inc.
293 Independence Blvd. Suite 308
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757.499.3510 (p)
Reference project name and number:
PREMIER LASER SPA - KANSAS CITY MO
IONIC # 131203
IONIC: Manage Your Day 1.3.14
Architecture has it's way of allowing you to always work in the creative realm. Everything we do or work on we are creating something. Sure there are times where we really get to express our design skills and show off our talents on some pretty interesting projects. But there is creativity in even the smallest of details. Creating solutions .....often times better solutions....within the construction details.Sometimes creativity comes in the form of redefining those details that save the contractor some time. Or even the owner some money. But still getting the same results. That is an everyday problem solving issue for Architects. Those creative solutions may not be seen on the outside but certainly effect the outcome of a project.
I have worked with some great well known 'starchitects', that can produce the most beautiful designs, but they cannot create the solutions to properly construct them within budget. There is a word for designing without regards for a budget......it's called SCHOOL! Most schools don't want to stifle creativity so they don't restrict design students to a budget. I respect that.....unfortunately for most of us we will always work within a budget during our careers.
Come let us share our work with you.
Ionic DeZign Studios - Where Art and Architecture Come Together
Eugene Thompson
www.ionicdezigns.com
Thursday, January 2, 2014
2014 Forecast
Have you even thought about new business goals for this year?
The holidays are over and it is time to roll up our sleeves and get back to work. Time to set out to focus on the goals we want to achieve. It is January 2nd......your behind already!
Each year it seems that the last one passed us by faster and faster. All the good intentions I had are just a faded memory. Things I wanted to do to market the business, to meet expectations.....to make those expectations a reality. They slip away. Time is short and opportunities are few, don't waste them to the procrastination giant slumbering inside.
Picking up on the heels of a successful 2013, one of our best, IONIC prepares to launch into its most energetic marketing campaign as it rolls into its 15th year of business. In response to the abundance of work in various markets, we have increased our staff of design professionals to accommodate our client's needs. An increase of nearly 40% over this time last year. In addition, we have added to our administrative and marketing personnel to handle both the project management needs of the new construction projects and reaching out to the new markets IONIC intends to increase it's presence in.
The new year brings IONIC more projects up and down the east coast as well as extending into the Midwest. Our ability to quickly adapt has made us a resource for our national client accounts. Projects that have been sluggish due to the market concerns over the last few years have now gained a foothold and should begin early in the first quarter. Be watching for our job site signs as they pop up all over Hampton Roads.
Best of wishes to all.
Ionic DeZign Studios
www.ionicdezigns.com
D. Eugene Thompson, AIA
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