Douglas Shortes
  Associate Principal

Since joining LDA in 2000, Douglas has quickly become an important member of the office production and management team. Douglas has considerable experience in Types I, III, and V construction for multiple project types including residential, commercial, hospitality, office tenant improvement, and health care. His experience on both large and small scale projects is evident in his expertise in producing efficient and well-organized drawing packages and he is responsible for work that continues the Firm’s reputation for exceeding all industry expectations.

Doug is the firm's Director of Operations, overseeing project assignments and managing the LDA Operational Standards. With keen attention to detail, he also provides mentorhsip in all technical and quality control aspects of the firm's production.

Education

B.A. Environmental Design / Architecture, 1994, University of California, Berkeley

Professional Experience

2009-Present

2000-2005

LDA Architects, San Francisco, Senior Associate, Project Manager

2008-2009

SB Architects, San Francisco, Project Manager

2005-2009

Heller Manus Architects, San Francisco, Associate

1998-2000

Jennings-Ackerley Architects, San Francisco, Job Captain

1998

Sambucetti & Burns Architecture, Emeryville, Job Captain

1995-1998

Michael McKay, Architect, Berkeley, Designer/Draftsman

1990-1993

Internships in the following Sacramento, CA offices:

  Harrell Architectural Partnership

  Haidet + Associates

  Burrow + Scoville Design Group

Significant Projects

16th & N Streets Mixed-Use Development
Westside Renaissance Housing Development
Hotel Vitale
Le Conte Hall Infrastructure Study

Awards

• CSI Architectural Scholarship

Professional Organizations

• AIAS, Cosumnes River College Chapter, President 1991-1992
• Bay Area Young Architects, Member 1998-2001

Community Service

• Volunteer Service for Mexican-American Veterans Memorial, Sacramento, CA
• Bay Area Young Architects various service projects