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2010 10.14
Douglas attended a seminar on “Key Code Requirments the 2010 California Building Code” presented by ARUP's Fire Safety Engineers and gave an overview of the upcoming code changes.
2010 09.09
Douglas attended a seminar on “Moving from the 2007 to the 2010 California Building Code” presenting an overview on the up coming code changes. These changes will take place on Jan. 1st 2011
2010 08.04
Douglas attended a panel discussion on the future of the LA City Planning Department.
2010 07.08
Douglas attended a seminar on “Architectural Acoustics” presenting an overview on Sound Isolation, HVAC Noise Control, and Finish Treatments.
2010 05.07
Douglas attended a series of seminars and exhibit floor on Alternative Building "Green" at Santa Monica Civic Center.
2010 04.29
Douglas attended a thought provoking lecture by Pritzker Prize winner Renzo Piano at the LACMA.
2010 04.03
Douglas attended a seminar on Green Urban Street design, drought tolerant site planning, and water capturing best practices.
2010 03.23
Douglas attended a seminar “Building Science for Commercial Wood Structures” presenting best practices for detailing.
2010 03.15
Douglas attended a seminar “Greening the City: Sharing Sustainable Urban Planning and Green Building of LA and Eco-Cities in Japan”.
2010 03.12
Douglas participated in a tutorial on understanding Fire-Rated glass” both new code requirements and new technology.
2010 02.25
Douglas attended an afternoon of seminars held by LA's Construction Specification Institute (CSI). Topics from Specification Change Orders, Exterior Building Envelope Commissioning, and CAL Green Building Code
2010 01.19
Douglas attended a day of seminars held by the Wood Works Organization. The classes attended were focused on the use of wood in commercial structures specifically Code and Constructability, waterproofing issues, and green building (CalGreen Code)
2010 01.10
The West Adams Studio received its Negative Declaration, a positive outcome, from the Environmental Review.
2009 11.20
Douglas attended a stimulating class regarding the new California Title 24 residential lighting and indoor air quality requirements/changes. These changes will take effect Jan 1, 2010.
2009 11.19
Douglas attended a thought provoking lecture by Pritzker Prize winner Peter Zumthor at the LACMA.
2009 11.12
Douglas attended a seminar regarding "The Effect of the 2007 California Building Code on Existing Buildings"
2009 10.25
Douglas returned from a successful trip to Indiana to begin the next phase of design for the Tipton Lakes Residence.
2009 10.15
West Adams Artist Studio was successfully submitted to the City Planning Department for a Conditional Use Permit to review 3 conditions of the Corner Commercial Lot Ordinance.
2009 10.08
Douglas attended a seminar on HVAC Commissioning, a prerequisite for LEED and California Title 24.
Douglas is more than, ‘>’, just an architect. Douglas is very interested in Construction, City Planning, Interiors, and the Arts. But more importantly, Douglas continually hears from colleagues, consultants, contractors, and clients that they consider him more than just an architect, they see him as a trusted friend.
Douglas Peters is a licensed Architect and LEED-AP with nearly 15 years of professional experience. Douglas has developed strengths in all phases of design and management from small to large-scale commercial, cultural, retail, residential projects, and planning projects. He believes that as an architect it is his duty to not only serve and collaborate with the client but also with the greater public, the environment, and the trades.
Douglas is an active member in the AIA Los Angeles Chapter participating on several committees, including the Political Outreach, Building Regulation, and International Practice.
Douglas studied Architecture at Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc, 1995-1996) graduate program and College of Architecture and Planning at Ball State University (1991-1995) undergraduate program.
Douglas has worked for several varied sized architecture firms throughout Los Angeles. The most recent was as an Associate with DesignARC Architects, 10 years. Douglas has also worked for 3 years with the international firm of RTKL in their Los Angeles office, as well as with Bruno Bondanelli and Associates (Design:x). Douglas also worked as a Set Designer and Art Department Assistant within the movie industry. Working on a motion picture featuring the Carradine Brothers, Melinda Dillon, and Kathy Bates (“The Effects of Magic”).
Douglas brings all of these creative endeavors and avenues to each project making the experience more than just a service or a piece of Architecture but as an enriching, happy, experience.
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SHORT PROJECT LIST for the office of Douglas Peters>architect:
West Adams Artist Studio (4574 W. Adams, LA, 90016)- A single story addition to an existing masonry building. The project marries new construction methods with the existing structure. North light is channeled into the new studio space via two saw tooth roofs covering north facing clerestory windows. Currently this project recieved approval for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and is awaiting the first round of Plan Check Review.
Siren Studio@Orange (1050 N. Orange Dr., LA, CA 90046)- A tenant improvement, exterior logo signage design, and Change of Use (from auto body to Warehouse and Photo Studio). The interior improvement consisted of making the existing 14,000 sq.ft single story building ADA (American’s with Disabilities Act) compliant via new exiting, new ramps, and new restrooms. A new Cyc (Cyclorama) Wall was designed and placed within the highest bay of the building and the longest shooting diagonal to be achieved.
Ocean Front Walk Remodel (2401 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291)- A remodel to an existing 3 story beach front residence designed by DesignARC Architects. The project consists of creating a new entry experience, along with replacing the beach windows to capture even more views of the Pacific Ocean, and replacing many interior finishes. Currently the project is awaiting windows/doors to be delievered so contstruction can begin.
825 Duplex (825 Main Street, Venice, CA 90291)- An extensive remodel to a single story duplex at the busy intersection of Main Street and Abbot Kinney.
Glyndon Residence (2233 Glyndon Ave,, Venice, CA 90291)- A new, nearly3,000 sq.ft., residence combing old word craftsman style with modern organization and details.
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