HALEE BOUCHEHRIAN
Philadelphia
Summary
Architectural Leader with extensive background at phenomArch and BLT Architects, specializing in high-end residential and luxury hospitality projects. Expert in steering cross-functional teams through all project phases, consistently achieving architectural excellence from feasibility studies to post-occupancy support. Renowned for implementing innovative design solutions while adhering to project budgets, resulting in consistently high client satisfaction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder and Principal
phenomenArch
Philadelphia
01.2011 - Current
- Company Overview: Architectural firm specializing in high-end residential and hospitality design.
- Liaise with developers and private owners to realize single-family, multi-family/mixed-use developments, and hospitality projects.
- Consulted as Senior project manager for large-scale, multi-family, $50M+ developments in Texas, managing consultant teams from pre-design through construction administration.
- Negotiate contracts and contract sums.
- Analyze zoning and building codes.
- Prepare 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings and build BIM templates.
- Develop BIM protocol to streamline workflow and team collaboration.
- Work closely with developers and owners from feasibility studies through construction.
- Work through zoning variance with RCOs and Zoning authorities.
- Prepare presentations, proposals, and client interviews.
- Review designs, lead through CD sets with code analysis, life safety and QA/QC reviews.
- Work with third party specialty consultants (e.g Waterproofing) to optimize office standard details.
- Manage and set project budgets, schedules and fees, including consultant fee negotiations.
- Write proposals to outline work scope, responsibilities and schedules.
- Manage multiple, fast-paced concurrent retail and hospitality projects to meet tight deadlines.
- Lead team of Architects and Interior Designers for retail clients from pre-design through close-out.
Lecturer
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
01.2005 - Current
- Coordinator and instructor for undergraduate architecture studio ARCH 2010, 2020, and 3010.
- Revised architecture curriculum for sophomore and junior years to enhance UPenn’s undergraduate program.
- Educated next-generation architects in advanced design methodologies.
Project Architect
BLT Architects/now Perkins Eastman
Philadelphia
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Recognized global architecture firm serving multitude of sectors including hospitality
- Led architectural design and development of the Core & Shell for a $3 billion high-end hotel within the Atlantic City entertainment market.
- Served as Design Architect for Core & Shell of a $6 billion luxury hospitality project in Las Vegas, NV.
- Designed and executed projects from pre-design through construction administration.
- Secured substantial contracts for company via design charrettes.
Summer Intern
Gensler
Boston
01.2005 - 08.2005
- Global architecture, planning, design and research firm.
- Developed schematic designs and construction documents for Fidelity Investment prototype offices across the United States.
Summer Intern
Behnisch
Stuttgart
01.2004 - 08.2004
- Internationally acclaimed architecture firm known for prestigious accolades.
- Developed construction documents and details during the design development phase for a won competition, 'Haus im Haus,' published in Architectural Record 06/2007 and Deutsche Bauzeitung 06/2007.
Architectural Intern
Mani & Chowfla Architects
New Delhi
01.2003 - 08.2003
- New Delhi-based company specialized in architecture.
- Developed architectural layouts for primary and middle schools within South Delhi region.
- Developed master plan for middle school campus.
Architectural Intern
Gund Partnership
Cambridge
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Company Overview: An architecture firm focused on educational and museum projects.
- Worked from design development through construction administration on Burton D. Morgan Center for Denison University, OH and Chemistry Building for Kenyon College, OH.
- Reviewed construction documents: coordinated drawings with consultants; prepared Q&A set, answered RFIs and reviewed submittals.
Architectural Intern
Wallace Floyd Design Group
Boston
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Company Overview: An architecture firm specializing in design for education and transportation.
- Assisted project manager with design proposal, building code analysis, project schedule, cost estimate, client meetings for Education and Transportation clients in the Northeast.
- Architectural designer for Airport Station, Boston, MA.
Education
Master of Architecture -
University of Pennsylvania, Weitzman School of Design
Philadelphia, PA05.2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Major in Architecture, Summa cum Laude
Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Boston, MA05.1997
Skills
- Revit 2025
- AutoCAD 2025
- Rhino
- Grasshopper
- V-Ray
- Enscape
- Sketch Up
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Bluebeam
- Deltek Ajera
- BCore
- Procore
- Digital Fabrication
Professional Memberships
NCARB, Assoc. AIA 38324659, Actively Completing Registration Exam
Affiliations
- Play the piano
- Avid runner
- Aspiring Chef
Languages
English
Full Professional
German
Native/ Bilingual
Farsi
Native/ Bilingual
French
Elementary
Accomplishments
Slots and the City: Gaming in Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania, First Prize, 2005
Dales Traveling Fellowship, University of Pennsylvania, 2005
T-Square Club Fellowship for Design Excellence, University of Pennsylvania, 2004
The Mills at East Falls Competition, Sherman Properties, First Prize, 2004
Henry Gillette Woodman Competition, University of Pennsylvania, Honorable Mention, 2004
Certification
- NCARB Certification
- Completion of Architectural Licensing Exams
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Founder and Principal
phenomenArch
01.2011 - Current
Project Architect
BLT Architects/now Perkins Eastman
01.2006 - 01.2010
Lecturer
University of Pennsylvania
01.2005 - Current
Summer Intern
Gensler
01.2005 - 08.2005
Summer Intern
Behnisch
01.2004 - 08.2004
Architectural Intern
Mani & Chowfla Architects
01.2003 - 08.2003
Architectural Intern
Gund Partnership
01.2000 - 01.2002
Architectural Intern
Wallace Floyd Design Group
01.1998 - 01.2000
Master of Architecture -
University of Pennsylvania, Weitzman School of Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Major in Architecture, Summa cum Laude
Massachusetts College of Art and Design
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