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About Kameron

Kameron Beeks has spent over a decade working with Glumac, after graduating from Oregon State University Honors College with an Honors Bachelor of Sciences in Mechanical Engineering. Kameron leads Glumac’s Higher Education group as a Vice President, a licensed Mechanical Engineer, a LEED Accredited Professional, a WELL Accredited Professional and a Living Building Challenge Ambassador.

Kameron has designed unique sustainable systems such as vacuum plumbing technologies, active chilled beams, radiant systems, measurement and verification reporting strategies, dashboarding, and also writes the software for several of Glumac’s internal design calculation programs.

Education

• Master of Landscape Architecture, Rhode Island School of Design
• Bachelor of Architecture, California Polytechnic State University

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, University of Portland

About Mitch

Mitch works for Brightworks Sustainability leading their building energy services practice. The energy services team focuses on holistic energy engineering solutions working with architects and the other engineering disciplines to develop strategies & solutions for real-world performance improvements. Prior to joining Brightworks, Mitch spent 13 years working for Glumac where he was an Associate Principal. Mitch has been highly active on projects across the west coast from Seattle to San Diego, with highlights including multiple net-zero energy projects, and more than 15 LEED Platinum certified projects. This includes multiple projects earning the National AIA Committee on the Environment Top Ten Projects of the year, including Edith Green Wendell Wyatt earning the 2016 Top Ten Plus designation.

Awards

• 2011 Building Design + Construction Magazine “40 Under 40”
• 2012 Portland Business Journal “40 Under 40”
• 2012 Oregon / SW Washington BetterBricks Special Judge’s Award

Additional Information

Representative project experience includes:

• Wilshire Grand Tower, Tallest US Building West of Chicago
• Indigo Twelve West, LEED Platinum Certified and first US urban high-rise to integrate wind turbines
• Vestas North American Headquarters, LEED Platinum Certified
• Daimler Trucks North American Headquarters, LEED Platinum Certified
• Edith Green Wendell Wyatt Renovation, LEED Platinum Certified
• Hassalo on 8th Mixed Use Development in Portland, LEED Platinum Certified featuring a manmade constructed wetland for 100% of water treatment onsite
• University of Oregon Lewis Integrated Science Building, LEED Platinum Certified
• University of Oregon Student Recreation Center, LEED Platinum Certified

Education

• Mater of Urban Planning, City University of New York
• Bachelor of Architecture, University of Southern California

Memberships

• Member, American Institute of Architects

Tommy Hernandez graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture from the NewSchool of Architecture & Design in 2020, with minors in Construction Management and Neuroscience for Architecture. He has been actively involved in professional and community service, volunteering as a board member for the NewSchool Foundation, Balboa Park’s Committee of 100, and the San Diego Architectural Foundation. Professionally, Tommy serves as a Design Coordinator with DBRDS, where he contributes to a range of architectural projects. In academia, Tommy is an adjunct faculty member at his alma mater and currently serves as the AIAS-NewSchool Chapter Faculty Advisor, supporting the development of emerging designers and future architects. 

Education

• Master of Science in Architecture, Landscape and Urbanism, Woodbury University, San Diego
• Bachelor of Architecture, Woodbury University, San Diego

About Blas

Blas Herrera studied architecture at Woodbury University in San Diego, California. In 2010 he moved to Mexico City to work for COLECTIVO MX, where he has collaborated in projects such as laboratories and offices for Probiomed and L’Oreal. He was teacher assistant for the Master of Washington University, St. Louis, summer program abroad, held in San Diego. He has worked in CROstudio, a collaborative practice that focuses on urban renewal through architecture, in urban studies at the border between Tijuana and San Diego. Blas earned his Master’s in Landscape and Urbanism at Woodbury University, San Diego and is currently collaborating in CROstudio and teaches at NewSchool of Architecture & Design.

Awards

• Honorable mention, 2012. “Displaced Cartographies”. The Greatest Grid Competition, organized by the Architectural League of New York and the Museum of the City of New York. ‘Displaced Cartographies’ was included in the exhibition The Greatest Grid, on view at the Museum of the City of New York. Proposal developed in collaboration with Zooburbia collective, Mexico City.
• Honorable mention, 2012. “Go with the flow”. 14^th International Arquine Competition. 2012 Published in the: Arquine Magazine 60^th edition “Go with the flow”. Proposal developed in collaboration with Zooburbia collective, Mexico City.

Education

Master of Architecture, NewSchool of Architecture & Design

Bachelor’s Degree, NewSchool of Architecture & Design

About

Ivan Hu is a seasoned designer and project manager with over a decade of expertise in architecture and construction. He earned both his Bachelor’s Degree and Master in Architecture from NewSchool of Architecture & Design, graduating at the top of his class with Summa Cum Laude and High Distinction honors. Ivan’s passion lies in creating cohesive, impactful designs with a meticulous eye for detail and a drive to explore innovative solutions to complex challenges. 

Currently, Ivan serves as a senior project lead at Ferguson Pape Baldwin Architects, where he oversees projects from schematic design through construction completion, managing a diverse range of project types and sizes from small tenant improvement to multi-buildings campus. He also contributes to the academic community as an adjunct faculty member at NewSchool, where he coordinates the Integrated Path to Architectural Licensure (IPAL) program and manages the Internship Class. 

In addition to his professional and academic pursuits, Ivan is an award-winning photographer recognized throughout Southern California. 

Education

Master of Architecture, University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Arts, Architecture and Finance, University of San Diego

About

Bohan Lang is an architectural designer at SmithGroup. He holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania, graduating with distinction, and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of San Diego where he double majored in architecture and finance. Bohan has previously worked at firms such as Kohn Pedersen Fox and Array Architects, contributing to large-scale adaptive reuse, healthcare, and mixed-use projects. His expertise spans digital visualization, graphic design, digital modeling, parametric design, with a strong interest in material science, prefab construction, digital fabrication, and emerging technologies.