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IVAN HU
Ferguson Pape Baldwin Architects
SAY IT LOUD - CALIFORNIA Exhibitor
California Based Designer
Who or what inspires you professionally?
My wife, who I have the opportunity to work alongside with. My mentors throughout my education. The work of Kengo Kuma and his philosophy of material theory and how social and regional conditions affect the outcome of his building.
IVAN HU
Bio:
California Native, Ivan graduated Summa Cum Laude and High Distinction in B.A. in Architecture and Master in Architecture at NewSchool of Architecture and Design. Currently an Associate | Senior Job Captain/Designer III at Ferguson Pape Baldwin Architect, he has overseen multiple Life Science projects to completion.
How did you first learn about architecture and when did you decide that built environment profession was an area of interest for you?
I started my education focused in Interior Design. As I further my study, I learned that understanding the built environment as a whole and how it can affect everyone was more to my liking and continued my path into architecture.
What do you do?
I assist and manage the team in designing and coordinating the project from Pre-Design through Construction Administrative - working with consultants, clients, developers, and contractors throughout the project.
What excites you in the work you do?
Figuring out and resolving every problem that comes up during the project, and be able to step into the space that myself along with the team designed and created.
Who or what inspires you professionally?
My wife, who I have the opportunity to work alongside with. My mentors throughout my education. The work of Kengo Kuma and his philosophy of material theory and how social and regional conditions affect the outcome of his building.
What is your proudest professional accomplishment or achievement?
Able to finish the project: The Boardwalk at Science Center Drive and see the end result - along with the firm along with clients recognized my effort and wanting to continue working with me in future projects.
Featured Project Name:
The Boardwalk at Science Center Drive
Featured Project Location:
San Diego, CA
Featured Project Completion Date:
April 2022
Role in Featured Project:
Associate, Senior Job Captain - Designer III
Featured Project Description:
The Boardwalk at Science Center Drive: Located in Torrey Pines, The Boardwalk at Science Center Drive is a three-building life science campus offering an inspiring setting for scientific research with first-class indoor and outdoor amenities.
