Julián Alva

CEO

Dallas, Fort Worth, United States26 yrs 6 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Award-winning designer with international experience.
  • Expert in blending creativity with technical precision.
  • Fluent in English and Spanish, enhancing collaboration.
Stackforce AI infers this person is an experienced architect specializing in interior design and construction management.

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Visual PresentationsSubmittalsSustainable DesignArchitectural DesignConstructionGreen BuildingInDesignMixed-useConstruction ManagementConstruction DrawingsResidential DesignConcept DesignAutoCAD ArchitectureRenovationPhotoshop

About

Award-winning designer with a deep passion for creating meaningful spaces. With years of hands-on experience in both design and construction, I’ve had the privilege of working across cultures and continents — always bringing thoughtful, site-sensitive ideas to life. I specialize in design concepts that reflect each client’s goals, blending creativity with technical precision from early sketches to full construction documentation. Whether I’m sketching by hand or collaborating on-site, I aim to bring out the soul of each project — drawing on its location, history, and culture. I’m fluent in English and Spanish and believe the best design happens when collaboration feels easy and personal.

Experience

Ink + oro

2 roles

Principal

Promoted

Jan 2022Present · 4 yrs 2 mos

Design Director

Feb 2020Jan 2022 · 1 yr 11 mos

Flick·mars

Senior Associate

Dec 2017Jan 2020 · 2 yrs 1 mo · 10440 N Central Expy Suite 1210 Dallas, Texas 75231

Hks, inc.

Associate | Sr. Designer of Sports and Entertainment Interiors

Nov 2014Dec 2017 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Dallas, Texas

  • Responsible for creating and planning the conceptual design of project or major portions of project. Lead design process by generating the concepts. Make client presentation without supervision. Work closely with clients to capture client thoughts and concepts for project. Lead team of junior level designers. Coordinate with consultants throughout the project.

Wilson associates

Senior Designer | PA

Jul 2011Oct 2014 · 3 yrs 3 mos · Dallas, TX

  • Oversee all aspects of the design, coordination, and documentation of each project. Define program requirements based on client scope and develop schematic design. Prepare interior architectural documentation while consistently communicating with clients and consultants. Work closely with the Project FF&E Designer to maintain the integrity of design and assure all finishes are properly and clearly documented. Review construction documentation through the implementation of design to ensure clarity and quality of concept is maintained through detail level.

Callison

Architectural Designer

Jan 2011Jul 2011 · 6 mos · Dallas/Fort Worth Area

  • My role at Callison was get involved in all aspects of construction holding different responsibilities. Extensive exposure to project development, production of construction documents and construction administration of Chase Banks Projects. Developed interest on streamline project development to maintain budget and deadlines.

Fusion custom homes - self employed

Architectural Designer

Jan 2010Jul 2010 · 6 mos · Baltimore, MD

  • Oversee all aspects of the design, coordination, and documentation of each project. Define program requirements based on client scope and budget. Therefore Creating a design that satisfied client expectations.

Palm harbor homes

Modular Home Designer

Jan 2008Jan 2010 · 2 yrs · Addison, TX

  • Created and presented concept designs for future needs. Collaborated and modified the design of a new product now successfully in production. Developed render packages for project presentations. Elaborated construction documents. Supervised projects through production lines at manufacturing plant.

Shipley architects

Assistant Project Manager

Jan 2008Jan 2008 · 0 mo · Dallas, TX

  • Assisted Project Manager in the construction of the Swordfish Trombone House. Directed sub-contractors to ensure adherence to design plans.

Merriman associates architects

Intern Architect

Jan 2006Jan 2008 · 2 yrs · Dallas, TX

  • Collaborated on projects in multiple sectors including Educational, Renovation/Historical restoration, Hospitality, Financial, Urban Housing Mixed Use, Office and Retail. Coordinated projects between civil, MEP, structural engineers and other consultants. Developed marketing packages for project presentations. Produced construction documents based on field verification of building and city codes. Led the Firm’s 2007 Canstruction entry- Structural Ingenuity Award – North Park mall. Designed the Firm’s 2008 Canstruction entry.

Camaleón

Partner

Jan 2006Jan 2006 · 0 mo · Dallas, TX

  • Designed small residential and commercial projects. Directed and managed construction crews on project sites to guarantee integrity of design plans. Recruited and maintained client relationships. Generated precise and complete estimates for projects.

Tc interiorsirving, tx

Construction Foreman / Project Estimator

Jan 2004Jan 2006 · 2 yrs · Irving, TX

  • Organized and supervised estimates of material, equipment, and labor for commercial projects. Managed five different projects at one time under the supervision of the Project Manager. Executed construction site layouts.

The dallas world aquarium

Designer

Jan 2001Jan 2004 · 3 yrs

  • Designed and constructed animal habitats for the Mundo Maya project. Molded artificial rock forms based on actual rock patterns from Southern México. Renovated interior of corporate apartments.

Origen

Owner and Chief Graphic Designer

Jan 2000Jan 2001 · 1 yr · Guadalajara, Mexico

Joya architects

Construction Superintendent

Jan 1999Jan 2000 · 1 yr

  • Supervised the renovation of the pediatric wing of Guadalajara’s Municipal Hospital. Interpreted architectural drawings and executed construction site layouts. Inspected structures for accuracy in accordance with design plans.

Education

Universidad de Guadalajara

Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) — Architecture

Jan 1994Jan 1999

Universidad de Valladolid

Thesis — Architecture

Jan 1997Jan 1998

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