Alvin Mendoza
About Alvin Mendoza
Alvin Mendoza is a designer with a strong background in architecture, holding a Master's degree from Hampton University. He has over a decade of experience in the field, currently working at Gensler in San Francisco, where he focuses on corporate interior design and sustainability.
Work at Gensler
Alvin Mendoza has been employed at Gensler as a Designer since 2014. In this role, he focuses on corporate interiors and collaborates with a team of interior, architecture, and brand specialists to produce coordinated project drawings. He routinely visits project sites to address field-related directives and issues. Mendoza also participates in client, consultant, and contractor meetings to ensure that design, schedule, and budget intents are met. Additionally, he serves as the LEED coordinator for all projects, ensuring that design standards align with the latest sustainability techniques and materials.
Education and Expertise
Alvin Mendoza holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Santo Tomas, which he completed from 2006 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Architecture from Hampton University, studying there from 2013 to 2014. Mendoza also attended Tidewater Community College in 2013, where he studied Art. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his design expertise in corporate interiors.
Background in Architecture
Before joining Gensler, Alvin Mendoza gained experience in various architectural roles. He worked as a Building Information Modeller at Pace Collaborative for six months in 2010-2011. He then served as an Assistant Architectural Detailer at Burns & McDonnell for ten months in 2011-2012. Following this, he was employed as a Graphics Technician at Rrmm Architects for two years, from 2012 to 2014. This diverse background has contributed to his skills and knowledge in the field of architecture and design.
Professional Responsibilities
In his current position at Gensler, Alvin Mendoza has several key responsibilities. He is a core member of the Work Studio team, focusing on corporate interiors. His role involves regular communication with a collaborative team to ensure project drawings are well-coordinated. Mendoza also attends various meetings with clients, consultants, and contractors to align on design, schedule, and budget objectives. His position as the LEED coordinator underscores his commitment to sustainability in design.