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brittany elizabeth locke
AIA, Fitwel Ambassador, WELL AP™
architect | master planning | themed environments
WORK | EXPERIENCE

Elkus Manfredi Architects | Boston, MA

Architect    |    Jun 2019 – Present

Architectural Designer    |    Oct 2017 – Jun 2019

+ Worked on a variety of project typologies ranging from core and shell buildings, interior design, and master planning throughout all stages of the project

+ Create presentation packages throughout conceptual and schematic design utilizing precedent imagery boards, renderings for building form and interior analysis, detailed building materials and finishes, furniture selection, and systems review

+ Develop and coordinate various contract documentation including plans/sections/elevations, technical construction details, project manual specifications, and furniture design presentation and specifications

+ Translate building and interior schematic design into BIM modeling softwares for the production of construction documentation that ensures adherence with our company’s QAQC quality standards

+ Coordinate and facilitate the design, drawings, and integration of various consultants through all phases of a project including Civil, Structural, Landscape, Lighting, and MEP Engineering

+ Assist in the creation of various master planning studies ranging from building feasibility studies, infrastructure planning, streetscape design, and overall mapping area development for new communities.

+ Research due diligence for various project typologies and provide local building code and zoning analysis

+ Attend various Design Presentations and Owner, Architect, Contractor meetings during construction. Composed meeting agendas and minutes. Maintained communication with owners, consultants, contractors through phone, email, and Newforma and Procore.

+ Assist in the creation of entitlement documentation including illustrative renderings, plans, elevations, and materials selection to aid in the project’s approval with local planning commissions.

+ client projects: Roche Diagnostics, Samuels & Associates, University of Massachusetts, JBG Smith

TPG Architecture | New York, NY

Associate Project Professional    |   Jan 2017 – Oct 2017

Junior Project Professional   |    Aug 2015 – Jan 2017

+ Complete various site and zoning analysis studies including FAR and BOMA/REBNY for new construction and the redevelopment of high rise structures

+ Consultant to landlord and brokers for the development of luxury retail opportunities

+ Assisted the project lead with project management tasks including contract development, account management, planned hours, and additional service proposals

+ Develop qualification and marketing decks for future projects

+ Lead construction administration on various scaled projects 

+ client projects: SL Green, GGP inc., Avalon Bay, Equity Office, CBRE

Sargenti Architects | Paramus, NJ

Architectural Designer    |  May 2015 – Aug 2015

Architectural Intern / Designer   |    Jan 2014 – Aug 2014

+ assist in the renovation of mall interior common spaces and exterior entrances

+ design and drafting of store prototypes and retail roll out

+ client projects: Pyramid Management Group

Architectural Review Committee | Celebration, FL

Committee Member   |    Apr 2022 – Present

+ review homeowners applications for design compliance per the community guidelines and pattern book

+ assist in the development of new and modification of existing guidelines

+ attend monthly public meetings to review structural applications or other petitions submitted for review

Walt Disney Imagineering

Imagination Design Competition   |    2016

 

American Institute of Architecture Students: NJIT Chapter

Director of Professional Development   |    May 2013 – May 2015

 

+ help students bridge between education and professional architecture careers
+ develop workshops, schedule events, and firm tours

Pro Bono Work

Photography  |    May 2013 – May 2015

Stage Design / Construction: Ignite Church  |   Sep 2015

Graphic Design / Logo Design |    Summer 2015

 

Universita Delgli Studi Di Siena | Siena, Italy

Siena Architectural Studio   |   May 2013 – Aug 2013

+ 6 weeks study abroad program through New Jersey Institute of Technology
+ architectural studio based on the landscape design of parks in Siena Italy

Bimbo Bakeries

Retail Service Representative   |   Jun 2009 – Aug 2016

+ independent contractor responsible for the organization, restocking, and stacking the inventory in local grocery markets and wholesale stores

EDUCATION

University of Florida City-Lab Orlando | Orlando, FL

Master’s of Science in Architectural Studies    |  Aug 2020 – Present

+ Concentration in Themed Environments Integration

New Jersey Institute of Technology | Newark, NJ

Master’s of Science in Civil Engineering    |  May 2015 – Aug 2016

+ MS / BArch Dual Degree Program – Concentration in Construction Management

Bachelor’s of Architecture   |    Aug 2010 – May 2015

LICENSE & MEMBERSHIPS

Registered Architect, The State of New York    |  Apr 2019 – Present

Fitwel Certification System

Fitwel Ambassador   |  Oct 2018 – Present

International Well Building Institute

Well Accredited Professional   |  Jun 2016 – Present

AWARDS & SHOWCASE

NJSOA Comprehensive Studio Award

Undergraduate Degree – Honorable Mention   |   May 2015

IIDA NJ: Fashion Meets Finish Competition

Best Construction – 2nd Place   |   Jun 2014

Best Interpretation of Theme – 2nd Place   |   Jun 2014

Design Build Masonry Competition

Best Project Manager   |   May 2014

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Dean’s List   |  Aug 2010 – May 2015

Design Showcase Invited Participant   |   2011 – 2015

Siena Studio – Japanese Sketchbook Gallery   |   Fall 2013

Siena Studio – Final Presentation Gallery   |  Summer 2013

 

SKILLS

Digital

Drafting    |  Revit and AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite    |  Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign

3D Modeling   |  Rhinoceros 3D, 3DS Max, Google SketchUp,

VRay Rendering, Enscape Rendering

Programming   |  Python, HTML, WordPress

Productivity Software    |  Adobe Acrobat Pro, Bluebeam Revu,

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Physical

Presentation   |  Model Construction, 3D Printing, Laser Cutting Fabrication, Hand Sketching, Watercolor Painting