Austin Otieno
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My design approach evolves from inside to outside, my programs blending responsible, and sustainable design values. The creation of dynamic spaces it is my base focus on making the individual an extension of it, reflecting the local culture and community worldwide. Whether for private residences or public buildings and landscapes, my unique designs are selected for luxury homes, as well as large complexes. The passion for architecture, art, and landscapes awoke early.
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I am a dedicated professional with 3-year experience as a designer and artist at my own architectural firm and also worked one year as a junior architect for interior designs at Spatial Modular ltd. Proven ability to learn quickly, manage and assess problems. Able to work in high-stress situations requiring attention to detail. Demonstrated success in working well independently, as well as part of a team. A natural leader and effective delegator who takes on added responsibility whenever necessary. Possesses excellent communication skills and high confidence.
Project 2019 | THE RUBBICS VILLA PRIVATE HOME AND VILLA (UK) - Designer
This design the owner wanted to have a new classic villa, yet all the villas near were already very modern. So I came up with this design as I was brainstorming to new, modern – more contemporary ideas and to provide him with a look outside the box and since the design was quite complicated. I wanted to keep it simple and use light color – mainly white and used the wooden cladding to give the villa a warm residential look.
Project 2019 | SAILING AQUATIC CENTRE FOR SHELLY BEACH MOMBASA COUNTY (KENYA) - Designer
In architectural design, water has become no more than the "element that circulates through indoor plumbing," and has essentially lost its role as a poetic element of Landscape architecture and urban connection in which water has diminished and become lost under its shimmering surface.
This idea proposes that the waterfront of Mombasa needs to be developed in a way that brings a natural source of water back to inhabitants allowing for interaction with it. The proposed design for the Centre for Aquatics will reconnect the water with the city and its population by creating an inhabitable space that links land to water via the craft of architecture. The architecture of the Centre for Aquatics directs a focus on the fundamental role that landscape architecture has in showing the importance of water to our society while giving individuals a place to experience and enjoy it.
GOLF Project 2019 | ACADEMY FOR LENANA SCHOOL KENYA GOLF UNION (KENYA) - Designer
Project 2019 | TRINITY ARROWED L.C HOUSING FOR AHERO KISUMU COUNTY (KENYA) - Designer
Trinity in transformability is an important part of functional aspects within a MIXED URBAN DEVELOPMENT structure. All the facilities such as lobbies, living rooms are at the front of the location leaving the recreational roof level and other spaces oriented to the main streets. The structure is placed and designed with removable decks ( sliding doors to offer that indoor-outdoor experience between levels/floors ) that can be transformed into an auditorium to support different kinds of day and night events within a block.
The building seeks to consolidate residential, commercial and recreational activities in one single building while maintaining their autonomous nature in order to maintain their privacy functions. The orientation of the building respects the local context acknowledging the importance of the junction and taking advantage of this orientation to ensure the privacy of residents while still maintaining the need for views and lighting. The integration of sustainable technology for ventilation and thermal control ensures a comfortable space with little reliance on electrical and mechanical means; thus the building is energy efficient.
Project 2019 | FLOATING SHELL MARKET FOR TALA MACHAKOS COUNTY (KENYA) - Designer
The project is based on the reuse and recycling of local materials and the roof (carpet) is fitted with photovoltaics which will be used as the main source of renewable energy and can be used to illuminate the spaces at night and preserve the commodities within the hydraulic sub-structure. The open-air form ensures natural ventilation which ensures a pleasant climate within the square and its immediate surroundings.
The market has three main entrances which lead you directly into the market square from the adjacent streets and two secondary entrances which lead you through the café volume. By creating a pedestrianized passage on the south which is able to circulate around all two facades.
Project 2018 | BUS TERMINAL FOR KIAMBU, KIAMBU COUNTY (KENYA) - Designer
It is today widely known that the world stands in front of the great task to reduce our energy usage. Their dynamic designs seek to inherently enhance existing infrastructure, boost Kenya's Economy and serve the growing transportation market. The proposal will accommodate up to 45 million passengers per year, improve boarding efficiency, and establish a unique terminal experience with plentiful mixed-use retail and commercial facilities. The fluidity of the architecture will allow for easy adaption of future terminal functions without compromising the passenger experience or the building integrity. The proposal remains simple in its concept. The design references Kenya's natural landscapes, and its rhythms of nature and life to create a series of unique interior places protected beneath a hard shell roof. Inside the soft inner surface is malleable, forming the ever-changing spaces below. Adjustable scaling will give passengers spatial clarity in all areas; large, small, busy or quiet, to reduce stress and improve well-being and comfort.
Taking the “people-oriented” principle, the building shape is adjusted according to human’s need, two clearance streamlines are combined into one, two departure halls are both set on the 2nd floor. A low-scope path leads passengers to the arrival hall and avoids too much dependence on vertical transportation. Meanwhile, people from different directions can have a visual intersection and get full of abundance and enrichment image of the passenger terminal building.
Project 2018 | KASARANI GOLF COURSE FOR KENYA GOLF UNION (KENYA) - Designer
Project 2016 | INTERN-JUNIOR ARCHITECT FOR SPACIAL MODULAS LTD - Designer
Duties
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ï‚· Production of measured drawing.
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ï‚· Production of working drawings.
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ï‚· Site inspection.
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ï‚· Approval buildings plan by the local authorities.
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ï‚· Production of presentation drawings from sketches.
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ï‚· Worked with other disciplines like engineers and surveyors.
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ï‚· Involved in designing malls, residential, flats and landscapes
Career Statement
I believe that having a visual stimulus in your environment is important. Architecture as a whole fascinates me. With a desire to explore how science, art and technology can be used to improve the performance of buildings and landscapes both socially and environmentally. Architecture has brought out the dichotomy of my artistic personality, allowing me to engage both creatively and scientifically with the aesthetic and functional aspects of design..
Accomplishments
1.) Best presented University project on Aquatic Architecture within ocean landscapes in A.S.K (Agricultural society of Kenya). 2019
2.) Winning final year University innovative Thesis project representing the School of Architecture and Building Science In (Landscape Architecture) 2019.
3.) Winning design project with KGU (Kenya Golf Union) on the design of the National Golf Course Academy (Lenana Golf Course) in Nairobi, Kenya. 2018
4.) Go-kart tournament winner in Mombasa city, Kenya 2018.
5.) Kenya National High School 100m sprint championship finalist, 2010.
Areas of Expertise
HTML/CSS
Structural designs
Planning Regulations
Health Regulations
Architectural Detailing
Feasibility study
Landscape Design
Landscape Grading
Structure & Building Regulations
Sustainable Environmental Solutions
Site Inspection
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Software Skills
Photoshop 75%
Cinema 4D 85%
Lumion 85%
Graphisoft 85%
Rhino 90%
Maya 75%
Autocad 85%
Blender 70%
Sketch up 80%
Adobe 85%
3Ds max 50%
Competencies
Have the knowledge of Building Regulations and required Standards. Proficient with 3D .
Having the ability to visualize and create in three dimensions.
Able to work as part of a team and individually. Ability to prioritize and plan effectively.
The ability to withstand a pressured team. Ensuring confidentiality at all times.
Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. In-depth understanding of the construction industry.
Able to solve problems and issues that arise during construction. Competent with dealing with, emails and telephone queries.
Fully aware of the Health & Safety regulations and requirements.
Hobbies
Education
Jkuat University.
2011 - 2016 Bachelor of Architecture
Is the design of outdoor & indoor open spaces, landmarks, and structures to achieve environmental, social-behavioral, or aesthetic outcomes. It involves the systematic investigation of existing social, ecological, and soil conditions and processes in the landscape, and the design of interventions that will produce the desired outcome. The scope of the profession includes landscape design; site planning; stormwater management; erosion control; environmental restoration; parks and recreation planning; visual resource management; green infrastructure planning and provision; and private estate and residence, landscape master planning, and design; all at varying scales of design, planning, and management.
Tracom College.
2014 - 2016 Architecture & Building Science
Civil & Structural Building
It is both the process and the product of planning, designing, and constructing buildings or any other structures.
Egerton University.
2011 - 2012 Organic & Inorganic chemistry
Is the scientific discipline involved with elements and compounds composed of atoms, molecules, and ions: their composition, structure, properties, behavior and the changes they undergo during a reaction with other substances. In the scope of its subject, chemistry occupies an intermediate position between physics and biology. It is sometimes called the central science because it provides a foundation for understanding both basic and applied scientific disciplines at a fundamental level.
Rids College.
2011 Web design & Computer Programming
It encompasses several different aspects, including websites the process of creating webpage layout, content production, and graphic design. Programming is the process of developing and implementing various sets of instructions to enable a computer to do a certain task.
Coding 90%
Painting 100%
Swimming 80%
Cooking 80%
Chess 100%
Socializing 100%
Basketball 100%
Sketching 100%
Cliff diving 100%
Car racing 100%
Video games 60%
Pool 80%
Personal Skills
Exceptional listener
Out-of-the-box thinker
Have an eye for details Good communicator
Hard worker
Problem solver
Good organizational skills
Productive
Manage time effectively