1. MICHAEL SEÑORA CANALE
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Blk.477 Pasir Ris Drive 6 , #12-520
Singapore 510477
Email: mikescanale@gmail.com
Mobile Number(s): +65 9658 5147
+65 8447 9023
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PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
Application of innovative architectural and interior design solutions, inclined with modern approach
to conceptualization and rendering professional services for specific projects. With emphasis on
team work in a company while maintaining a work-family life balance.
SUMMARY
Worked with various design companies in Singapore since 2005, with prior professional
Architectural practice in Philippines.Have been through various Design and Build projects ,involved
in teamwork from conceptualization to implementation of design solutions based on clients
requirements .Able to conduct both manual and digital drawings and renderings. Has more than five
years of architectural apprenticeship ,taken while in college years .Acquired professional License for
Architects. And an active member of the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP); the only
bonafide professional organization for Architects in the Philippines .
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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Raffles Design College of Higher Education - Singapore July 2007 to Present
Adjunct Lecturer - Interior Design & Photography
Part time lecturer working on available schedule with in between office works.
!• Conducts lectures on college students with AutoCAD, 3Dmax, Sketchup ,Illustrator, Photoshop,
Powerpoint & Photography.
• Lectures comprises primarily of basic to intermediate course.
• Lectures on every 3-month term basis annually and reports to school periodically for faculty
academic requirements including marking and submission of grades.
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RCF Pte.Ltd. July 2014 to January 2015
Project Developer
Design formulation, project briefing with clients, presentations, and site coordination.
!• Preparation of designs from inception to completion. Which includes presentations with manual
to digital drawings with materials sample boards and other relevant documents.
• Coordinating with sub contractors for briefing of project before commencement and throughout
the process of project.
• Conducts actual site inspection for defects and quality control.
• Conducts site photoshoots for documentations and website creation.
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X.PACE Design Group-Singapore Pte.Ltd. July 2012 to January 2014
Architectural Assistant
Design and Documentations preparation for Authorities Submission
!• Assists the Senior Architect in preparing the Concept designs in sketches from the given
requirements with regards to the clients’ requirements.
• Commencing from preliminary design, to design development to produce 3D concept in
Sketchup software .
• Finalization of design based on approved 3D and preparation of specifications.
• Preparation of documents for Authorities submission.
• Liaising with the technical departments for follow up procedures based on current status of
applications for Clients’ and contractors information.
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Yonder Interior Pte.Ltd. (Singapore) Feb 2011 to July 2012
Senior Interior Designer
Design and detailing for Interior of residential designs.
!• Primarily preparing the Concept designs in sketches from the given requirements as per Sales
designers meetings with the clients.
• Commencing from preliminary design, to design development to produce 3D concept in
Sketchup software .
• Finalization of design based on approved 3D and preparation of materials sample.
• Selection of materials to suit the design concept initially produced.
• Preparation of detailed construction drawings.
• Compilation of all project datas for office archiving.
• Formulation of office standardizations such as drawing standards and eFile archiving.
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Sample projects : Available upon request.
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DizAin Studios Pte. Ltd. (Singapore) September 2009 to Jan 2011
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Senior Interior Designer (overseas projects)
Design and planning for Interior of commercial /retail design concepts with emphasis on detailing works.
!• Responsible for designing and detailing for various commercial interior works. Mainly retail/
commercial design industries that includes retail display designs, joinery detailing and space
planning for interior of commercial shops.
• Completing design and detailing of overseas projects for commercial retail shops.
• Coordinating and preparation of material samples for presentation to clients.
• Liasing with sub-contractors for the design implementation to tally with the schedule of works
as per target deadlines.
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Projects Participated :
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1. August Consulting office – United Square ,Singapore Office
-Internal partitioning and fitting out works for new office
2. DAR Optics shops– Various Middle East outlets (Overseas projects)
-Design and detailing of internal partitioning and fitting out works for new stores
And counting.
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Freelance work (catered outsource works from overseas and local projects)March 2009 to
Sept 2009
• Rendering service of Autocad , Photoshop imaging, and 3D visual works as freelancer for
Various assignments for clients both overseas and local projects.
• Scope of works included 3D and autocad of architectural exterior and interior works, digital
photography imaging for portraiture, products, and interior /architecture shots in digital formats.
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Cartel Design Pte. Ltd. (Singapore) September 2006 to February 2009
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Architect/ Interior Designer
Design and planning for Interior and Architectural design concepts ,detailing and 3D rendering
!• Took part with planning and design for various residential and commercial projects.
• Preparation of 3D concepts for presentation and moodshots with materials
selection for clients.
• Assisted from coordination of plans and details for contractors and client’s information needed
to project completion.
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Projects Participated :
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1. Singapore Accountancy Academy (SAA), 23rd Floor John Hancock Tower
-Internal Partitioning And Fitting Out Works For New Office & Classrooms
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2. Centre For Seniors ,#10-00 ,Bishan Junction 8
-Internal Partitioning And Fitting Out Works For New Office
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3. Profile Search & Selection Office
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4. -Internal Partitioning And Fitting Out Works For New Office
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SCP Consultants Pte. Ltd. (Singapore) September 2005 to September 2006
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Architect/ 3D Designer
Design conceptualization and 3D rendering for various projects mainly Urban Planning
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!• Worked closely with urban planning design and analysis for various projects.
• Partake in the preparation of 3D concepts for presentation and
• Assisted from coordination of plans using AutoCAD and other related softwares needed to
support the team in work tasking.
Projects Participated :
1. Urban development for Suzhou ,China (SIP)
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2. ASEAN International Commercial District & Liaison Hub , Nanning, China
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Private Practice (Philippines) 2001 to January 20
Principal Architect/Designer
Overall Design and Build Private Practice
!• Worked as a private practitioner handling various projects throughout the Philippines.
• Conducted Designs of small to medium rise buildings with adapted styles varying from classical
to modern approach.
• Supervised and managed building construction, involving from Quantity Survey, Project
Scheduling, and Specifications Writing, reviewed and assisted clients in the awarding of contracts
to constructors.
• Provided guidance and training to the technical apprentice to ensure that they are capable
ofperforming the production activities such as drafting works and necessary construction
documents preparation.
• Attended annual conventions/seminars for continuing professional education.
• Lead the office technical team in developing quality designs and performed reviews on
designs, codes, architectural plans and specifications.
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D.S. PIRAMAN Architects and Associates June 1997 to June 2001
Ligao city, Albay Province, Philippines
Partner Architect
Project Supervisor, Designer and Specifications Writer
!• Conceptualization and development of designs based on written approved specifications.
• Conducted full time supervision of projects on site.
• Provided leadership and direction to construction workers and assisted the constructors in
the implementation of the designs.
• Lead the office technical team in developing quality designs and performed reviews on
designs, codes, architectural plans and specifications.
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5. • Responsible in doing contract documents for review, prior and after awarding to
constructors the bid documents to ensure consistency with the delegation of works and
necessary liabilities for the project.
• Resolved cross team and cross-functional issues with other Consultants, Allied Professionals,
and Associates.
• Helped in the analysis team for anticipating future problems on site for the duration of the
project.
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TUMAOB ~ GARCE Architects and Associates May 1995 to June 1997
Ligao city , Albay Province , Philippines
Designer/Quantity Surveyor
Design development technical team leader, CADD Operator
!• Participated in production of architectural designs based on the principal architect’s
concepts and ideas.
• Prepared design coordination and basic concepts for design development with supporting
written technical specifications based on quantity survey.
• Performed Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) for the design development stage of
the architectural plans and supporting details .
• Helped the technical team in assessing codes ,finishing details,and other auxillary
requirements for the design development .
• Assisted the principal architects in reviewing final designs ,specifications ,and quantity
survey prior to coordination and initial conference with allied professionals.
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ALBAY PROVINCIAL CAPITOL
Provincial Engineers Office (Albay, Philippines) May 1995 to June 1996
(Part-Time)
Assistant Designer
Technical Staff and Design Coordinator
!• Worked as member of the technical team for design formulation and development for
Government projects under the Head Architect for provincial engineers office.
• Assisted in editing designs and details for specific projects to ensure that everything meets
the government standards for project coordination and procedures.
• Undergone basic specifications writing for government projects designs based on approved
procurements and allotment.
EDUCATION
BS ARCHITECTURE (Hons), Aquinas University of Legazpi,Rawis ,Legazpi City -April 2001
TECHNICAL DRAFTING TRADE (Diploma),Bicol University ,Legazpi City (Two-Year Course)-
April 1996
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PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE EXAMINATIONS
Board of Architects Professional License No. 0017590 Registration Date : July 29, 2002
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PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION
United Architects of the Philippines (UAP)Member No. : 0011185 Legazpi city Chapter
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TECHNICAL SKILLS
• AutoCAD
• 3D VIZ / Max
• Sketchup with VRAY rendering
• Manual drafting and sketching
• Microsoft Word, Excel , Powerpoint
• Adobe Photoshop
• Digital Photography – with basic studio photoshoot knowedge
- Interior/Architecture ,Portraiture ,Products, and Still Life
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