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Alexander Cruz Reyes

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Four walls a prison makes, but if within a flower grows, four walls a garden makes. - James Hubbell

As an architectural designer with MMD, Alex supports the architecture team across design development and construction administration. He has expertise in preparing permit drawings for commercial and residential projects; performing building code analysis; producing schematic design, design development, and construction documents; selecting materials and systems based on technical properties and aesthetic requirements; preparing cost of work estimates; and reviewing drawings and submittals during construction for conformance to design intent. He has a particular interest in incorporating sustainable materials and techniques into projects. Alex is also a talented architectural visualization artist, creating 3D models, renderings and animations for a variety of projects. His software skills include AutoCAD, SketchUp, Twinmotion, Revit, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier Pro and V-Ray. His extensive design skills enable him to produce preliminary designs, concept plans and sketches as he works with clients to gather information about project goals, presenting design alternatives to achieve consensus, and maintain proposal intent. Prior to joining MMD, he worked for several architecture firms, both on the west coast and in Washington, DC as an architectural designer and drafter. Alex received an Associate’s of Applied Science Degree in Architectural Technology from Montgomery College, a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Architecture from the University of the District of Columbia and a Master’s Degree in Construction Management from the NewSchool of Architecture and Design in San Diego, California. While a student at Montgomery College, he won the Student Excellence Expo Award. He was also the recipient of the AIAS Maryland Student Design Award Competition, where he received a First Place honor. A skilled problem solver, Alex is passionate about design, construction and sustainability, as he works to find solutions to client needs while collaborating to bring projects in on time and on budget.