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Expert Award Winning Architect with Top Results

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With over 40 years of experience, I am an expert witness and architect, renowned for my deep technical knowledge and innovative problem-solving skills in building codes and construction technology. My expertise has been a pivotal factor in securing multi-million dollar awards for clients, delivering extraordinary outcomes that exceed expectations and result in high satisfaction for attorneys. I am fully committed to working as a full-time licensed architect across multiple states. My selective approach ensures I engage with challenging and inspiring projects, consistently pushing the boundaries of architectural excellence. Over the years, I've been honored with more than 40 design awards, underscoring my dedication to quality and creativity in the architectural field. My career has also been marked by a profound understanding of construction documentation and detailing, which are crucial for successful project execution. Early in my career, I showcased my technical acumen in an exhibit at MIT and USC, highlighting architects' critical role in the architectural process. As a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects and a past recipient of the AIA's National Young Architect Award for technical excellence, I bring a balance of experience and forward-thinking innovation to each project. I have been referred to as the architect's architect. Pleas look on line at examples of my work. Education: University of Southern California, Master of Architecture, Phi Kappa Phi, 1989; Syracuse University, Bachelor of Architecture, 1982 Professional Specifications: Licensed Architect in California(C19729); Florida (AR12361); New York (028523); Washington State (7989); Oregon (4441); Nevada (7259); Massachusetts (9112); also: Illinois; Utah; Colorado; Louisiana; Missouri; Iowa; Minnesota, Tennessee; Arizona; National Council Architects Registration Board Certification (37680) Fellow of the American Institute of Architects (#30077197) Member of IIDA International Interior Design Associates (#1076451) Construction Specification Institute Master Commissioner for the California Architects Board 1995-2021; Member NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency); Member of the International Code Conference; LEED Accredited Professional. Board Appointments: USC Board of Governors Alumni Association 2021-2023; USC Architectural Guild 2018-2021; West Los Angeles Sawtelle Neighborhood Council Board Member 2023-2025; West Los Angeles PLUM Committee Chair 2020- 2025; California Architects Board Master Commissioner 1989- 2020. Employment History: The Lamar Johnson Collaborative 2021-present; HLW International LLP; Los Angeles CA 1995-2021; University of Southern California Adjunct Faculty; Los Angeles CA 1995-1997; Richard Meier & Partners; Los Angeles CA 1994-1995; SOM; Los Angeles CA 1988-1994; Robbins & Bown; Van Nuys CA 1986-1988; Gee & Jenson; West Palm Beach FL 1985-1986; Sumner Schein; Boston MA 1984-1985; Ecodesign Inc., Cambridge MA 1982-1984. Professional Awards: 2017 College of Fellows American Institute of Architects; The 1998 Young Architect Award American Institute of Architects; 2013 Los Angeles Business Council Award; 2012 Hospitality Design Awards (2); 2000, 2002, 2004, 2007,2009,2010,2012, 2015 Callibre Design Awards for Excellence in Design; 1997 AIA California Council Merit Award for the Galaxy Garage @ Fox Studios 1997 AIA Los Angeles Chapter ‘Divine Detail’ Award for HLW/ LA Office; 1996 Los Angeles Chapter Merit Award for ‘Details & Documents’ Exhibition; 1995 AIA California Council Honor Award for ‘ Details & Documents’ Exhibition; 1993 P/A Featured Young Architect with SOM Other awards listed in Linked in Profile: David Louis Swartz FAIA https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-louis-swartz-faia-iida-75813210/ Please also look at my body of work as published by the American Institute of Architect under https://content.aia.org/sites/default/files/2017-04/F2017_Swartz_David_reduced.pdf