Culin A. Thompson, AIA, WELL AP
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Alexandria Campbell
Culin worked with my company as part of our summer internship program while he was completing his Masters degree. Culin displayed extraordinary talent, leadership skills and a work ethic that was far above and beyond an architectural candidate his age. He quickly became an invaluable partner to me in my work. My projects are primarily within the hospitality sector at DLR Group Chicago’s office, and Culin was an integral part to the hospitality team. He not only helped me work through critical design questions, but also helped produce a clean, coordinated set of construction documents. His willingness to learn, capacity to take on a multitude of tasks, and determination to produce high quality work are qualifications to admire. He works well with others, has a great attitude and is an asset to any team! Once you meet Culin, his desire to succeed in this industry, natural leadership ability and determination to meet his professional goals is readily apparent. It was a pleasure to work with him side by side.
Joe Colistra, AIA
I have had the pleasure of working with Culin several times while he pursued both a Master of Architecture and a Master of Urban Planning at the University of Kansas. I am always impressed with his drive, initiative, and the seriousness with which he approaches his studies. He is always eager to step into roles of leadership and approaches design challenges with rigor and critical thought. I advised Culin on the 2016 HUD Affordable Housing Student Design and Planning Competition effort. His team’s project was named one of the national finalists and Culin was invited to HUD headquarters in Washington, D.C. to present his research. I am very happy to serve as a reference for him.
Alexandria Campbell
Culin worked with my company as part of our summer internship program while he was completing his Masters degree. Culin displayed extraordinary talent, leadership skills and a work ethic that was far above and beyond an architectural candidate his age. He quickly became an invaluable partner to me in my work. My projects are primarily within the hospitality sector at DLR Group Chicago’s office, and Culin was an integral part to the hospitality team. He not only helped me work through critical design questions, but also helped produce a clean, coordinated set of construction documents. His willingness to learn, capacity to take on a multitude of tasks, and determination to produce high quality work are qualifications to admire. He works well with others, has a great attitude and is an asset to any team! Once you meet Culin, his desire to succeed in this industry, natural leadership ability and determination to meet his professional goals is readily apparent. It was a pleasure to work with him side by side.
Joe Colistra, AIA
I have had the pleasure of working with Culin several times while he pursued both a Master of Architecture and a Master of Urban Planning at the University of Kansas. I am always impressed with his drive, initiative, and the seriousness with which he approaches his studies. He is always eager to step into roles of leadership and approaches design challenges with rigor and critical thought. I advised Culin on the 2016 HUD Affordable Housing Student Design and Planning Competition effort. His team’s project was named one of the national finalists and Culin was invited to HUD headquarters in Washington, D.C. to present his research. I am very happy to serve as a reference for him.
Alexandria Campbell
Culin worked with my company as part of our summer internship program while he was completing his Masters degree. Culin displayed extraordinary talent, leadership skills and a work ethic that was far above and beyond an architectural candidate his age. He quickly became an invaluable partner to me in my work. My projects are primarily within the hospitality sector at DLR Group Chicago’s office, and Culin was an integral part to the hospitality team. He not only helped me work through critical design questions, but also helped produce a clean, coordinated set of construction documents. His willingness to learn, capacity to take on a multitude of tasks, and determination to produce high quality work are qualifications to admire. He works well with others, has a great attitude and is an asset to any team! Once you meet Culin, his desire to succeed in this industry, natural leadership ability and determination to meet his professional goals is readily apparent. It was a pleasure to work with him side by side.
Joe Colistra, AIA
I have had the pleasure of working with Culin several times while he pursued both a Master of Architecture and a Master of Urban Planning at the University of Kansas. I am always impressed with his drive, initiative, and the seriousness with which he approaches his studies. He is always eager to step into roles of leadership and approaches design challenges with rigor and critical thought. I advised Culin on the 2016 HUD Affordable Housing Student Design and Planning Competition effort. His team’s project was named one of the national finalists and Culin was invited to HUD headquarters in Washington, D.C. to present his research. I am very happy to serve as a reference for him.
Alexandria Campbell
Culin worked with my company as part of our summer internship program while he was completing his Masters degree. Culin displayed extraordinary talent, leadership skills and a work ethic that was far above and beyond an architectural candidate his age. He quickly became an invaluable partner to me in my work. My projects are primarily within the hospitality sector at DLR Group Chicago’s office, and Culin was an integral part to the hospitality team. He not only helped me work through critical design questions, but also helped produce a clean, coordinated set of construction documents. His willingness to learn, capacity to take on a multitude of tasks, and determination to produce high quality work are qualifications to admire. He works well with others, has a great attitude and is an asset to any team! Once you meet Culin, his desire to succeed in this industry, natural leadership ability and determination to meet his professional goals is readily apparent. It was a pleasure to work with him side by side.
Joe Colistra, AIA
I have had the pleasure of working with Culin several times while he pursued both a Master of Architecture and a Master of Urban Planning at the University of Kansas. I am always impressed with his drive, initiative, and the seriousness with which he approaches his studies. He is always eager to step into roles of leadership and approaches design challenges with rigor and critical thought. I advised Culin on the 2016 HUD Affordable Housing Student Design and Planning Competition effort. His team’s project was named one of the national finalists and Culin was invited to HUD headquarters in Washington, D.C. to present his research. I am very happy to serve as a reference for him.
Credentials
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Procore Certified: Architect
Procore TechnologiesJan, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
WELL Accredited Professional (AP)
International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)Aug, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
LEED Green Associate
U.S. Green Building CouncilAug, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Architect
Washington State Department of LicensingMar, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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BRR Architecture
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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200 - 300 Employee
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Associate and Licensed Architect
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Aug 2022 - Present
Leads a wide range of hotel projects and programs from extended-stay to independent hospitality ventures across the country.
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Licensed Architect
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Mar 2020 - Aug 2022
Project Manager for BRR hospitality projects across the country. Project experience across numerous brands including Marriott, Hilton, Choice, and IHG properties.
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Architectural Designer
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Jan 2017 - Mar 2020
Project Manager for BRR hospitality projects across the country. Project experience across numerous brands including Marriott, Hilton, Choice, and IHG properties.
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Spaces of Hope, Inc.
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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Chief Executive Officer
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Dec 2012 - Jun 2019
Co-Founder and current Chief Executive Officer of Spaces of Hope, Inc. in charge of company development and outreach. Spaces of Hope is a nationally-recognized 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization aimed at improving experience, opportunity, and scholarship for students interested in studying and/or pursuing a design-related profession. Co-Founder and current Chief Executive Officer of Spaces of Hope, Inc. in charge of company development and outreach. Spaces of Hope is a nationally-recognized 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization aimed at improving experience, opportunity, and scholarship for students interested in studying and/or pursuing a design-related profession.
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The University of Kansas
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Assistant
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Mar 2016 - Aug 2018
Graduate Assistant for the Office of Admissions at KU and supervisor for the Student Ambassador program.
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Graduate Teaching Assistant
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May 2016 - Jan 2017
Graduate Teaching Assistant within the School of Architecture, Design & Planning.
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Ambassador Evaluation Coordinator
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Jun 2014 - Mar 2016
Evaluation and tracking of all of the Ambassadors working for the University of Kansas.
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Multicultural Recruitment Team Coordinator
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Aug 2012 - Aug 2015
Working for the Office of Admissions and Office of Multicultural Affairs to bring a more culturally and ethically diverse population to the University of Kansas through personal contact, tours, and publicity.
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DLR Group
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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700 & Above Employee
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Architectural Intern
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May 2016 - Aug 2016
Experience within civic, justice, hospitality and retail sectors. Experience within civic, justice, hospitality and retail sectors.
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Triangle Fraternity
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Active Advisor on National Council
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Jul 2015 - Jul 2016
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DLR Group
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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700 & Above Employee
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Architectural Intern
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Dec 2015 - Jan 2016
Experience within hospitality and correctional sectors. Experience within hospitality and correctional sectors.
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National Show Choir Ranking System
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Entertainment Providers
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Chief Executive Officer
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Mar 2010 - Oct 2014
Founder and former Chief Executive Officer of the National Show Choir Ranking System. Founder and former Chief Executive Officer of the National Show Choir Ranking System.
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Eco Abet
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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1 - 100 Employee
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Intern
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May 2014 - Aug 2014
Working with local community organizations to partner them with Kansas City architecture firms to provide a public interest design charrette. Working with local community organizations to partner them with Kansas City architecture firms to provide a public interest design charrette.
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Fermilab
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United States
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Research Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Draftsman
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May 2013 - Jan 2014
Worked with the NX and TeamCenter software to develop a common parts database, including gathering data, designing computer generated parametric models, and generating part assemblies for the TeamCenter database. Worked with the NX and TeamCenter software to develop a common parts database, including gathering data, designing computer generated parametric models, and generating part assemblies for the TeamCenter database.
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Education
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2012 - 2017
The University of Kansas
Master of Architecture (M.Arch.), Highest Distinction -
2016 - 2018
The University of Kansas
Master of Urban Planning (M.U.P.), Housing and Development Planning
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