Jonathan Dress, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Chicago Self-Cert

Principal Director of Architecture and Interior Design at Life Studio
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Credentials

  • AIA
    The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
  • Chicago Self-Certification Professional Registration
    Chicago Department of Buildings
  • LEED AP BD+C
    USGBC National Capital Region
  • Licensed Architect - Illinois
    State of Illinois
  • Licensed Architect - New Jersey
    State of New Jersey
  • Licensed Architect - Wisconsin
    State of Wisconsin
  • National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Certification (NCARB)
    National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)

Experience

  • Life Studio
    • United States
    • Architecture and Planning
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Principal Director of Architecture and Interior Design
      • Aug 2018 - Present

      As the founding principal, Jonathan provides the vision and leadership for all design projects at Life Studio. As the founding principal, Jonathan provides the vision and leadership for all design projects at Life Studio.

  • ML Group Design + Development
    • United States
    • Construction
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Project Architect
      • Sep 2017 - Feb 2020

      Architectural Lead on Workplace, Retail, Senior Living, and Multi-Family Projects. Architectural Lead on Workplace, Retail, Senior Living, and Multi-Family Projects.

  • Shive-Hattery
    • United States
    • Architecture and Planning
    • 300 - 400 Employee
    • Project Architect
      • Jul 2017 - Sep 2017

    • Project Manager
      • Jan 2016 - Jul 2017

      Jonathan is a firm believer that design can powerfully enhance people’s lives. Having this in mind, he is able to transform the needs and wishes of the client into beautiful and functional spaces. Jonathan leads project delivery of construction documents on some of the most complex projects, utilizing his extensive ability and knowledge in Building Information Modeling (BIM).With his diverse design background, Jonathan has had the opportunity to work on a number or project types, including corporate workplace, senior living, healthcare, retail, and high-end residential. Jonathan thrives in a collaborative environment and always looks forward to working closely with clients and project team members to deliver a successful product.(Formerly Design Organization (DO), aquired by Shive-Hattery in 2012) Show less

    • Architectural Designer
      • Aug 2013 - Jan 2016

      Provided leadership and assistance throughout the building design process for healthcare and commercial projects. Develop graphic design strategy and presentations for the corporate marketing team.Selected Projects:EUREKA HOSPITAL / EUREKA, IL [25,000 SF]Led exterior design, produced renderings, modeled and prepared construction documents in Revit, and faciliated regular coordination with engineers.VON MAUR / QUAIL SPRINGS, OK [125,000 SF] Provided expertise in family creation and complex modeling in Revit. Produced drawings and details throughout all phases of design.ADVOCATE LABORATORY / BLOOMINGTON, IL [75,000 SF] Implemented extensive scheduling system for over 1,000 units of laboratory equipment, utilizing advanced parametric modeling. Show less

  • Action Research Illinois / University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    • Champaign, Illinoia
    • Technology and Graphics Coordinator
      • Jan 2012 - May 2013

      Develop and provide leadership for updating and improving the communication design materials. Expand internet outreach and brand strategy Develop and provide leadership for updating and improving the communication design materials. Expand internet outreach and brand strategy

  • Gensler
    • United States
    • Architecture and Planning
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Architectural Intern
      • Jan 2011 - Apr 2011

  • BKA Architects
    • United States
    • Architecture and Planning
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Architectural Intern
      • Jun 2010 - Sep 2010

  • Flavin Architects
    • Architectural Intern
      • Jul 2009 - Sep 2009

  • SULCO CONSTRUCTION
    • Construction Worker
      • Jun 2007 - Aug 2007

      Worked for a contractor on residential construction projects Worked for a contractor on residential construction projects

Education

  • University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    M.Arch, Architecture
    2011 - 2013
  • University of Cincinnati
    BS Architecture, Architecture
    2007 - 2011
  • Sharon High School
    2003 - 2007

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