Duncan Sparks

CURRICULUM VITAEPART II ARCHITECT

Flat 19

The Crescent

Gunwharf Quays

Portsmouth

HAMPSHIRE

PO1 3SY

[email protected]

Duncan SparksInformation

Contact Details

Nationality BritishHome address Flat 19, The Crescent, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, PO1 3SYMobile 07854911354E-mail [email protected] www.duncansparks.co.ukDate of birth May 21st 1989Driving licence Full, Clean

Determined and decisive; use my initiative to develop effective solutions to challenges, industrious and have a strong drive. I am able to plan and organise my time effectively and I hold adept communication skills.

Publications

Successfully submitted an international competition entry for the publication of The Future of Architecture, which explores the potential of collaboration, education and architectural integrity. Work also published in Collaboration in Architecture & Design.

Computing

Extensive application experience with an aptitude to quickly master new applications, knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Sketchup, Photoshop, Illustrator and Indesign.

Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award

Completing the expedition, skill and physical tasks made it possible to gain confidence, recognition and learn about my strengths, currently applying for voluntary work.

Referees can be provided on request.

Duncan SparksQualifications

Master of Architecture with First Year Distinction

University of Portsmouth, 2011 – PresentSoon to complete my final year of study, which has included the exploration of British expositions, leading to my final thesis project in London which has focused upon the economic potential of creative industries. Other units have explored the cultural context of architecture through the discussion of theoretical constructs and the development of individual student manifestos.

Bachelor of Arts in Architecture with First Class Honours

University of Portsmouth, 2007 – 2010This undergraduate study consisted of projects at varying scales such as dwelling, landscape and urban settlements. Fundamental concerns of the environment were addressed and the final year projects engaged with the technical and professional issues in delivering a complex building proposition.

GCSE & A-Levels

Holyrood Community School, 1999 – 2007

Full academic transcript available on request.

Duncan SparksRelevant Work ExperienceHampshire County Council, Winchester, Hampshire

2012With the aim to continue my architectural experience I chose to work during my summer break at Hampshire County Council. Where I was involved in the design of several proposed primary schools, working on sketch models and drawing up feasibility

schemes.

PDP Architecture, Havant, Hampshire2010 – 2011Obtained ‘Year out’ placement in August of 2010, undertaking a variety of projects which are mainly residential. Achieved knowledge of building regulations and planning issues when liaising with consultants such as structural engineers and various authorities, able to manage responsibilities simultaneously and work

together with colleagues on key matters.

Boon Brown Architects, Yeovil, Somerset2004 & 2010Working under a number of people for two weeks, I gained a valuable insight into a working practice; I drew up detailing of doors to a public house. Understanding how to act sensitively to existing buildings, and expand my knowledge of drawing skills.

Full employment record available on request.

Duncan SparksExamples of work

WWW.DUNCANSPARKS.CO.UK07854911354

Flat 19

The Crescent

Gunwharf Quays

Portsmouth

HAMPSHIRE

PO1 3SY

[email protected]

Duncan Sparks

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