My objective is to be busy and challenged in an architecture job that both uses my considerable background in renovations and interior architecture, and to expand my experience with new project types and sustainable green architecture objectives in a creative, collaborative environment.
JACK R. TAIPALA, architect
RESUMÉ
SUMMARY
A practicing architect for over 20 years, Jack Taipala has most recently filled the role of project manager on a variety of project types including corporate, hospitality, retail, medical / clinical, higher education and residential work. Many of these projects have involved the re-use of existing buildings and architectural interiors. In addition to being actively involved in the design and construction documentation; the managing of multiple projects; being point person for communication with clients, consultants, contractors and code officials; Jack has taken on the supervision and mentoring of other staff.
“Good and regular communication with the client, consultants and contractor
is key to the success of every project.â€
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Architecture The University of Michigan, graduated with honors
Master of Architecture The University of Michigan
PROFESSIONAL
Licensed Architect the States of Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin; NCARB Registration; Registered Interior Designer in the State of Illinois; Member of the American Institute of Architects; City of Chicago Registered Energy Professional; Member, US Green Building Council, Chicago Chapter
EXPERIENCE
Wright | Heerema Architects, Chicago, IL 2007 / 2008
Senior Project Manager
The DePalma Group, Inc., Chicago, IL 1996 – 1997
Architect & Senior Project Designer and 2005 - 2006
The Gettys Group, Inc. Chicago, IL 1997 – 2003
Senior Project Designer / Senior Project Manager
Landahl Design Studio, P.C., Chicago, IL 1993 – 1995
Project Architect
Groundwork, Ltd., Buffalo Grove, IL 1992 – 1993
Project Architect and 2004
OWP & P Architects, Inc., Chicago, IL 1990 – 1992
Senior Designer and Project Architect, Interiors
VOA, Chicago, IL 1984 – 1986
Job Captain and Design Architect
Norman DeHaan Associates, Chicago, IL 1980 – 1984
Associate and 1987 - 1990
HABS The Historic American Buildings Survey, Washington DC Summer Intern
Bethany West Virginia field project
SELECTED HEALTH CARE PROJECTS
Mercola Wellness Center, Hoffman Estates, IL; 22,000 sq. ft. design and build-out of clinical facility, LEED Gold.
Kraff Eye Institute, Chicago, IL; 7,000 sq. ft. design and build-out of clinical facility.
Senior Lifestyle Corporation, Hoover, AL; Austin, TX; Olympia Fields & Chicago, IL; interiors for senior living.
Northwestern Internists Ltd., Chicago, IL; 6,000 sq. ft. design and build-out of clinical facility.
SELECTED PUBLIC & INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS
Village Hall, Buffalo Grove, Buffalo Grove, IL; expansion and renovation including new council chamber.
Ida Noyes Hall, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, renovation, accessibility, life-safety, and new cinema.
South Shore Cultural Center, The Chicago Park District, Chicago, IL; historic renovation addition and interiors.
SELECTED HOSPITALITY PROJECTS
Four Seasons- Chicago, Chicago, IL; $2,100,000 expansion and renovation to fitness club and spa.
Ritz Carlton – Chicago, Chicago, IL; Carlton Club, renovation and expansion of fitness and spa areas.
Sheraton, Atlanta, Atlanta, GA; Complete repositioning / renovation of 750 guestrooms, public areas and exterior.
Oak Brook Marriott, Oak Brook, IL; lobby, bar, restaurant, and ballroom renovation, new porte cochere entrance.
Connie’s Ristorante, The Hyatt Regency, Chicago, IL; and Connie’s Pronto quick-serve prototype development.
United Air Lines – Red Carpet Rooms: Sao Paulo, Montevideo, Buenos Aires, Minneapolis, Phoenix, Cleveland, and Dallas - Ft. Worth.
SELECTED RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS
Scherb Residence, Winnetka, IL; $450,000 / 1,100 s.f. addition and remodel to existing 1937 house.
Hill Residence, 1245 North State Pkwy, Chicago, IL; 7,000 sq. ft. town house w/coach house renovation.
Driehaus Residence, Lake Geneva, WI; Interior and exterior renovation of 1905 Harris residence.
SELECTED CORPORATE PROJECTS
Wrightwood Capital, Chicago, IL; 24,000 sq., ft. interior architecture for financial services firm.
Hollister, Libertyville, IL; 12,000 sq. ft. new corporate training facility within existing headquarters building.
Marsh & McLennan, Chicago, IL; project architect for 105,000 sq. ft. Chicago office interiors.
Foote Cone & Belding, Chicago, IL; project architect for 150,000 sq. ft. corporate office interiors.
Freddie Mac, 333 Wacker, Chicago, Illinois; project architect for 10,000 sq. ft. office expansion.
Swanson Martin & Bell, Chicago, IL; project manager for 70,000 sq., ft. build-out for law firm in the IBM building.
Spot Trading, Chicago, IL; project manager for 17,000 sq., ft. interior architecture for trading firm.
General Accident Insurance, Lisle, IL; technical architect for 100,000 sq., ft. ground-up office facility.
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