Sara Velasquez Application PackageVelasquez Sara
Last Name First Name Middle Initial
1776 Normandy Drive Miami Beach
Home Address City
Florida 33141
State Zip Code
78689371027868937102
HomeWork
svelasquezr68@gmail.com
Email Address
7868937102
Cellular
Miami Beach
Business Address
1776 Normandy Drive
City
Florida
State
33141
Zip Code
ONE Architect, LLC
Occupation:Business Name:
Architect
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APPLICATION FORM
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1776 Normandy Drive 8/1/2022
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Architect License No. 25700 4 8/1/1991 8/1/2050
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● Are you presently a registered lobbyist with the City of Miami Beach?No
● I am applying for an appointment because I have special abilities, knowledge and experience. Please list below:
It is indicated in my CV.
I am a registered Architect , an Interior Architect and a Planner.
I hold a Master in Architecture S&T from the University of Miami, I hold an Interior Architecture degree from UC
Berkeley , California and an undergraduate degree in Architecture from Universidad de los Andes. I am a lecturer
at Undergraduate Design Studio Arc201-204 . at the School Of Architecture at the University of Miami. I will also
be lecturing at Miami Dade College this upcoming summer 2023. Design Studio.
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BOARD & COMMITTEE FINANCIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT
Acknowledgement of fines/suspension for Board/Committee Members for failure to comply with
Miami-Dade County Financial Disclosure Code Section 2-11.1(i)(2)
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Disclosure Requirements.
One of the following forms must be filled with the City Clerk of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, no later than 12:00 noon of July 1, of each year:
1. A "Source of Income Statement;" or
2. A "Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1)¹ ;" or
3. A Copy of your latest Federal Income Tax Return.
Failure to file one of these forms, pursuant to the Miami-Dade County Code, may subject the person to a fine of no
more than $500, 60 days in jail, or both.
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to F.S. §112.3145(1)(a), to file a Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1) with the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of
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City Board/Committee member and need not file an additional form with the Office of the City Clerk. However,
compliance with the County disclosure requirement does not satisfy the State requirement.
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ABIDE BY CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE VII, OF THE MIAMI BEACH CITY CODE, ENTITLED “STANDARDS OF
CONDUCT FOR CITY OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES AND AGENCY MEMBERS” AND ALL OTHER APPLICABLE
CITY, COUNTY, AND/OR STATE LAWS AND STATUTES ACCORDINGLY.
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To whom it may concern,
I am sending my updated Curriculum Vitae - Resume, attached.
I am a licensed Architect (1991) Certified Interior Designer & Interior Architect (1998), and Planner
(1999) with a March Planning, Suburb & Town Design from the University of Miami, in Florida.
I have worked extensively as a Design Architect, with over 20 years’ experience in Hospitality, Design &
Architectures.
I have vast experience in Hotel and Resort Design-from Conceptual, Schematics, DD, CD and CA.
The latest position in the private sector before opening my own practice was Senior Lead Design
Architect & Manager an international firm in Miami, Florida responsible for but not limited to
Conceptual, Schematic and DD Packages, client presentations, coordination with all parties, budgeting,
team leadership, and design direction among others.
I have worked with internationally renowned firms such as Hill Glazier Architects - now part of HKS (at
their Palo Alto, CA location), SB Architects (with offices in San Francisco and Miami), and ultimately OBM
International, a Multidisciplinary International Design firm specializing in Resort, Town Planning, and
Hotel and Residential Design- at their Miami, Florida office.
I have dedicated the past years to individual practice as designer and consultant with private clients.
Small residential projects including design build and renovations, and interior architecture.
I would like to have the opportunity to introduce myself in person at any time.
Feel free to contact me at 786 223 4078.
Best regards,
SARA VELASQUEZ
Architect, Planner & Interiors Architect
Miami Beach, FL 33141
Cell 786 223 4078
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
University of Miami
Professor-Lecturer
August 2021 to Present
Studio- Architectural Design 1st, and 2nd year students.
ONE Architect, LLC.
Principal, Owner
2010 to Present
Design Build and Interior Architecture private clients. Partnership with Amaya Design Studio
Independent Consultant
ONE Architect, LLC.
July 2009 to 2012.
Conceptualization, design and presentation of the architectural process of high-end resort projects and
mixed-use developments from proposal through design development.
Collaborate in master planning exercises and advise in conceptualization of the architectural character
of various projects.
Develop, Consult and supervise Conceptual, Schematic and Design Development packages. Sketching,
hand drawings, models and CAD drawings to communicate design solutions.
TAZI Palace,
Tangier, Morocco
OBMI
Ritz Carlton Palm Hills,Egypt
Senior Designer/Manager
OBM International, Miami Florida
May 2008-July 2009
Projects:
Lambert Beach, BVI 5*Hotel, Spa & Conference Conceptual & Schematic 100%
Dushanbe, Tajikistan 5*Hotel Component Conceptual100 % Schematic100%.
Tripoli, Libya 5*Hotel Component Conceptual100 % Schematic100%.
Marquis Estates, St. Lucia 5*Hotel Component Conceptual40 %
Desert Agafay, Marrakesh-Morocco 5*Hotel Component Conceptual100 %
El Zafiro-La Tambora, Careyes Mexico 5*Hotel and Villas Component Conceptual100 %
Fairmont Marrakesh, Morocco 5*Hotel and Villas Component Conceptual100 %
Production, Coordination and Management of Conceptual and Schematic Design of High-end Hotels,
Resorts and Spa components as part of Master Planning. Conceptual and Schematic Presentations to
international clients. Establish and monitor budget, project teams and collaborate in preparation of
schedules to ensure project compliance with contractual agreement with client.
Maintain ongoing, positive and productive client relationships.
Design Architect
SB Architects, Miami Florida
June 2004- May 2008
Projects:
Tiger Woods Dubai, Jumeirah 7*Hotel, Spa & Conference Center Conceptua100%, Schematic 100% Golf
Academy Schematic & DD 100%
Sam Lords Castle Barbuda, Condo-Buildings -Conceptual & Schematic 100%
Jolly Harbour Antigua, Condo Buildings, Town Homes-Conceptual 100% and Schematic 100%.
Port O’Conner, Texas- Condo Buildings -Conceptual & Schematic in progress.
Pune Tree House, India-Conceptual & Schematic 100%.
Kingfisher Bay, Panama- Marina Village Conceptual, Individual Houses 3 types, Conceptual 100 %
Palmyra Sylver & Sabal Buildings, Jamaica -Schematic 100 % thru DD.
Palmyra Spa, 5* Hotel Jamaica Schematic 100%thru DD Elevations, Interior and Exterior thru DD.San
Roque Club & Hotel, 5*Hotel Spain-Conceptual, Schematic 100%, partial DD.Production and
Coordination of Conceptual Design, Schematic Design and Design Development of High-end Hotels,
Resorts, Condominiums and Spas.
Design Architect
Hill Glazier Architects, Palo Alto, California
October 1999 to December 2003
Projects:
One & Only Palmilla, Los Cabos, Mexico- Schematic & DD
Baywood Place, Residential Town Homes, California- DD & CA, Submittals
Four Seasons Private Estates & Club, Arizona- Schematic & DD
Mc Kinney Rough Resort, Texas- Schematic & DD
Four Seasons Biltmore, California- Schematic & DD
Ritz Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, Colorado- DD & CD
Montage Resort & Spa Residences, California- DD & CD
Ritz Carlton, Stone Canyon, Arizona- DD
BACARA Resort & Spa, California- CD & CA
Ritz Carlton, Half Moon Bay, California- CD
Production and Coordination of Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents and
Construction Administration.
Project Architect
Modulos & Construcciones, Bogotá, Colombia
Project:
Spa & Condominium Resort, 300 plus Units
August 1995 to September 1996
Directed the Design team on all phases of development: planning, conceptual& schematic design
presentation, design development, and design documentation. Client relations and presentations.
Coordination of consultants; all mechanical and structural systems for modular concrete construction.
Coordination with all consultants and permitting agencies.
Master Planning concepts thru construction detailing and finishes.
Partner Architect
Arango, Velasquez & Alvarado Arquitectos, Bogotá, Colombia
September 1991 to March 1995.
Projects include:
Single family residences, Aerial Terminal, Warehouse & Office Design,
Residential Building renovations.
Production of conceptual and preliminary drawings, design, presentations and client relations. Office
Management and budgets, resources, code analysis, submittals, construction documentation and
details, finishes and solutions.
Coordination and collaboration with other associates, consultants and contractors.
Intermediate Architect, Design Resident and Job Captain
Pena Posada Architects, Bogotá, Colombia
January 1993 to June 1994.
Project: High End Residential Building. 5 Stories
Coordination, management, contracting, schedules and supervision of construction on site. Formal
presentations for clients, architectural review and board approval. Client relations, specifications and
finishes for the project along with space planning and solutions on site.
Junior Architect, Design Resident and Job Captain
Campuzano, Londono and Associates, Bogotá, Colombia
August 1991 to Jan 1993.
Project: La Peninsula, High End Single family residence- estate home. Over 10,000 SF. Construction.
Design Development, detailing, coordination of all interior and exterior finishes, carpentry, floor layouts,
supervised contracting, kitchen design, special systems, etc. Supervision of all design procedures on site
and in office.
Internship
Ospinas & Compania, Bogotá, Colombia
Project: Residential Condominium & Town Homes, 250 Units
January 1991- August 1991
Coordinated along with the Interior Design department a study of alternative solutions, design critiques,
materials and finishes for oncoming phases of the project on site.
Individual Projects:
Colombia
Interior Design and Architecture single family residence, 1995
Single family Retreat, 1995
Single family Residence, 1995
Single family Retreat, 1995
EDUCATION
PLANNER
Master in Architecture, Master Planning
University of Miami, Suburb and Town Design
Coral Gables, Florida
September 1998 to August 1999.
Pilot Phase City of Bologna, Italy
Bologna Train Station, University Of Bologna - Urban Planning and Architectural Concept-May 1999
BAUHAUS KOLLEG, Urban Sprawl: City vs. Suburbia- The Post-Industrial City
Dessau, Germany-November 1998, March 1999
INTERIOR DESIGNER & INTERIOR ARCHITECT
Certificate in Interior Design and Interior Architecture
University of California- Berkeley Extension, San Francisco, California
August 1996 to August 1998
ARCHITECT, License No. 25700 44853 CND
Universidad de los Andes, Bogotá, Colombia
September 1986 to August 1991
Professional Organizations:
Past and present.
American Institute of Architects, AIA California Chapter
American Society of Interior Designers, ASID
Congress of New Urbanism, CNU
REFERENCES:
Liora Hayman, Managing Director OBM Miami, Fl
Phone: 305 537 7100
Scott Lee, CEO Principal SB Architects, San Francisco, CA
Phone: 305 856 2021
John Hill, President Hill Glazier Studio, HKS
Palo Alto, CA Phone: 650 617 0366
Camilo Carrillo, VP Principal, Hill Glazier Studio HKS
Jaime Correa
Director Undergraduate Program School of Architecture University of Miami
Associate Professor in Practice
Former Director Master of Urban Design
Former Knight Professor in Community Building
School of Architecture
University of Miami
(786) 412-3947
Volunteer and Community Activism:
Humanitarian, Animal Advocacy, Girls Empowerment, Girls in Education, Community leader and Activist
City of Miami Beach. Ambassador At GEM.
Board member of the Committee for the City of Miami Beach Animal Welfare
Refs: Commissioner CMB Mark Samuelian and Commissioner CMB Michael Gongora 2017 to 2019
Director Community Outreach and Advocacy
MBAA
(Miami Beach Animal Advocates, 501C3)
2015 to 2019
Refs: Mary Garcia, Founder MBAA
GEM (Global Empowerment Mission) Humanitarian Disaster Relief org.
Volunteer and Community Liaison, Fundraising, Events, Network. Ambassador.
Hurricane Season 2017 to date
Refs: Michael Capponi, Founder and Director
Philanthropy in the Arts:
Red Dot Art Fair, Scope Art Fair, NYC Art Fair, private shows, art representative for Latin American
Women in the Arts. Visual Arts and Street Art.
2015 to date.
Cofounder of Safe Girl International, Kenya.
Providing over 500 girls to date sustainable reusable period pads. Ensuring they stay safely in school,
ending the period poverty cycle for girls and young women.
Founders:,Gonzag Odero ( Kenya) , and Valentina Caro (my daughter) during the pandemic. 2020 to
date.
University of Miami
School of Architecture
Representative for SOA Faculty to the Academic Integrity Committee University Of Miami
Board of Directors Zooper World Foundation
Best regards,
Sara Velasquez MArch
Architect, Associate AIA, Planner, Interiors Architect.
Lecturer, School of Architecture, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
Principal ONE Architect, LLC