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Sheilyn Chang CV
Sheilyn Chang Curridabat San Jos Costa Rica sunnychang7 icloud com info vhomearchitecture com Website vhomearchitecture com WORK EXPERIENCE Professor Universidad Latina de Costa Rica January 2019 to present History of Architecture Develop course program Study methodologies Develop academic activities Master Classes Review of essays projects exams and theoretical frameworks Theory of Architecture Develop course program Study methodologies Develop academic activities Master Classes Review of essays projects exams and theoretical frameworks Stage Film Set Design Develop course program Study methodologies Develop academic activities Master Classes Review of essays projects exams and theoretical frameworks
Casa Almendro 01 Project Turnkey Contract Vhomearchitecture com March 2020 Preliminary Studies Architectural Design Construction Plans Construction Permits Cost Estimate Banking process for construction loan Project Management E RAC Law Firm Remodeling Vhomearchitecture com Feb 2020 Architectural survey Interior Design Electrical System Design Fire Protection System Design Construction permits La Casita Guest House Turnkey Contract Vhomearchitecture com Aug 2019 Preliminary studies Architectural Design Construction Plans Cost Estimate Construction Permits Project Management Project Delivered
International Real Estate Agent yourvalleyhome net August 2010 to present Commercial Rentals Holiday Homes Sales Customer Service Dot net Sabana Sur September 2015 to May 2017 Assistant Professor Universidad Veritas August 2014 to Jun 2014 Collaborate in the methodological and practical development of related topics Collaborate in the integral development of the class taught Assist the teacher in matters related to attendance Joint review of essays projects and theoretical frameworks Customer Service Horizon Escaz May 2008 to February 2010 Credit card deposits Western Union deposits and withdrawals emails chats complaints bonuses account reviews etc
Customer Service Prestige Sabana Sur January 2004 to April 2008 Receptionist Hotel Punta Islita Guanacaste Jun 2003 to December 2003 Customer service Shuttle arrangements Check in Check out Tour arrangements etc Receptionist Hotel Jade Oro Barrio Escalante May 2002 to May 2003 Customer service Shuttle arrangements Check in Check out Tour Fly arrangements etc EDUCATION Licentiate in Architecture Veritas University January 2010 to August 2017 http en veritas cr escuelas arquitectura
LANGUAGES Spanish Native Lenguage English 85 SKILLS DGS System 10 years Revit 6 years Illustrator 4 years Photoshop 6 years Lumion 2 year Sony Vegas Pro 2 years PowerPoint 5 years LINKS https simplebooklet com sunnyportfolio https simplebooklet com sunnysample https www yourvalleyhome net OTHERS Nomination Dissertation Pass with Distinction August 2017 Volunteer Work River cleaning Reforestation
Travel Abroad London UK Richmond UK French Riviera FR Paris FR Ventimiglia IT Habana CUB CERTIFICATIONS Cost Estimate Budget Association of Engineers and Architects of Costa Rica CFIA September 2017 1 month Electrical Technician Fidelitas University February 2017 to present PUBLICATIONS International Real Estate A Place in the Sun magazine Winter Season https www yourvalleyhome net news December 2016 Tropical Paradise http www foremostpropertygroup co uk costa rica tropical paradise November 2017
Construction PROCESS
Phase 1 Preliminary Studies Survey of terrain Soil study Phase 2 Design Cost Estimate Structural Design Electrical Design Blueprint Technical Spec Constrn Permits GENERAL DESCRIPTION have been established Professional fees are based on the official fees dictated by the Federal Asociation of Architects and Engineers of Costa Rica CFIA These fees are calculated as percentages based on the total cost of materials and labour of the entire project As at the beginning there s no accurate cost estimate We work with advances that are later subtracted from the total amount for professional fees Below I will breakdown the process in more detail PRELIMINARY STUDIES 0 5 up to 1 PF an advance will be paid for professional fees in order to proceed PHASE 1 2 Paper Work Design Blue Print and Construction Permits PRELIMINARY DESIGN ANTEPROYECTO 1 up to 2 PF An advance is paid for professional fees in order to proceed FIRST LAND VISIT We generate a preliminary analysis of the land Determining which are the best and least expensive procedures to approach the design This first visit has a cost between 100 up to 200 depending on zone and access to the land This amount will be deducted from the professional fees total once the general design and detailed cost estimate 1 Phase 3 Constr Planning Project Execution Closure 2 Solar analysis Orientation Soil test mandatory cost not included Preliminary municipal paperwork preliminary water and electrical supply paperwork Topography survey if neccesary cost not included etc Approximate time 15 days to 1month Once this process is finished balance must be paid 3 Based on preliminary studies data we create an efficient design according to detail requirements and preferences provided by the client This preliminary design can be reviewed by the client and architect to add or dismiss elements of the project The client s budget can be taken into account to carry out the design However up to this point an exact cost of the project
cannot be defined At this point an administrative CFIA cost is paid by the client in order to submit the preliminary plans and generate the CFIA contract for the project This amount can vary between 30 or However the client will be notified of the exact amount at the time of processing Approximate time 1month to 2months Once this process is finished balance must be paid CONSTRUCTION PLANS 5 up to 6 PF An advance is paid for professional fees in order to proceed 4 After the design is finished the structural electrical mechanical and technical specifications are defined With this blue print you can now apply for the construction permits Approximate time 1month to 2months Once this process is finished balance must be paid At this point the client will need to pay CFIA stamps municipal taxes and labour insurance in order to obtain construction permits 5 6 Construction cost Estimate 1 PF an advance will be paid for professional fees in order to proceed Based on the construction plans we calculate the total cost of the project PHASE 3 Construction Execution Delivery ADMINISTRATION 12 up to 13 At this point and before construction commences A payment schedule for materials labour and professional fees for construction is submitted to the client for them to have the time scale of payments and amounts The construction starts with an advance to start the work to pay the labour and first materials based on an agreement with the client Payments are made by the client every week or every fortnight Administration will send photos and v deos to the client showing the advance of the construction during the week in order for the client to make the next payment and will maintain the client informed of the progress of the project The Administration will be in charge of finding the different materials needed in order to maintain the quality of the project and accor16 ding to the technical specifications in the construction plans Leaving only to the Structural Electrical Mechanical Engineers or Architect the profesional decision to change any of the technical specifications if neccesary and always to improve the efficiency of the project The client will be informed of drastic technical changes made if the project requires it DELIVERY Here is when the keys are given to the client and the Architect will make a showing of the house carrying out the final inspection of the different systems to make sure they work fine Light bulbs sockets hot water AC etc Finally the client signs for the reception of the house 7
ESTIMATED PRICE PER M2 800 TO 1200 IMPORTANT NOTE The cost of a residential project varies depending on finishes soil study results structural electrical mechanical and architectural design As well as the construction system access to the land access to materials transport of materials Inflation in materials etc Design of gardens sidewalks gutters pavements among others are listed separately
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