Sustainable Purpose & Material Integrity
Architectural design defined by honesty and stewardship. Jason B Tashjian specializes in spaces that prioritize environmental responsibility through tactile, material-driven innovation.
Philosophy
Material Honesty & Sustainability
Contextual Design Integration
Structural & Material Integrity
Human-Centered Environment
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
GROUP 3 ARCHITECTS – Hilton Head, SC 05/25 – Present
• Project manager for several single-family renovation and new construction residential projects
• Coordinated permit submittals with structural, civil and landscape consultants
STOFFT COONEY ARCHITECTS – Naples, FL 05/24 – 05/25
• Senior Project manager for several single-family residential projects
• Coordinated permit submittals with structural, civil, MEP and landscape consultants
MHK ARCHITECTURE & PLANNING – Naples, FL 09/22 – 05/24
• Senior Project Manager
• Team lead for several single-family residential projects
• Coordinated permit submittals with structural, civil, MEP and landscape consultants
• Involved in all phases of design – conceptual, schematic, design development and CDs
PETER McDONALD ARCHITECT – Eastham, MA 01/21 – 08/22
•Project manager for several single-family residential projects on Cape Cod, MA
JHW ARCHITECTS – Monterey, CA 01/18 – 01/21
• Prepared construction documents for a 40-unit senior assisted-living facility
• Prepared construction documents for a 10,000 sq. ft. mixed-use apartment building
• Prepared construction documents for a 20,000 sq. ft. apartment building.
• Assisted principals in permit submittals
for multiple commercial & residential projects
ENVIRO INTERNATIONAL – Pebble Beach, CA 03/17 – 12/20
•Prepared construction documents for several single and multi-family residential projects
STERLING HUDDLESON ARCHITECTS – Carmel, CA 08/16 - 02/17
•Prepared construction documents for single-family residence in Pebble Beach
KUPIEC ARCHITECTS – Santa Barbara, CA 07/15 - 08/16
•Utilized Revit software for renovation and addition of the Santa Barbara Museum of Art
•Project manager for two single-family residences in Montecito and Ojai, CA
JEAN PIERRE HEIM ARCHITECT – Miami Beach, FL 01/14 - 06/15
• Project manager for a hotel renovation and addition project on North Miami Beach
• Prepared CDs and renderings for a high-end luxury residence on Miami Beach
FRANKEL BENAYOUN ARCHITECTS – Bay Harbor Islands, FL 06/11 - 12/13
• Developed schematic design & CDs for several mid-rise multi-family development projects
• Constructed 3d models and renderings using Revit, Sketchup and 3ds Max
• Assisted principal in architectural presentations to DRB and Building & Zoning Board
FULLERTON DIAZ ARCHITECTS – Coral Gables, FL 08/04 - 09/08
• Assisted senior construction administrator on Everglades on the Bay – a $250 million,
53 story, twin tower residential condo project in downtown Miami
• Reviewed, coordinated and revised construction documents
• Responded to contractor RFIs & reviewed construction submittals for design compliance
• Maintained project records - RFI/Shop drawing logs & attended OAC meetings
• Performed construction site visits, prepared construction observation reports & punch-list
EDUCATION:
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI – GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE
M.ARCH Professional Degree / Semester abroad program – Rome, Italy
RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL OF DESIGN – SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE
Graduate Program in Architecture
HARVARD UNIVERSITY – GRADUATE SCHOOL OF DESIGN
Career Discovery Program in Architecture
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN @ MADISON
B.A. – International Relations & Political Science
SKILLS:
AutoCAD 2025, Revit 2025, Sketch-up, 3DMax & Adobe Photoshop
Self-motivated, detail-oriented with strong organizational and technical graphic abilities
Adept at working on multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently to meet project deadlines
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues, clients and consultants
Proficient in all phases of design including project management and construction administration
Let’s start
a conversation.
Whether you're looking for a collaboration on a sustainable architectural project or simply want to learn more about my contextual design process, I'd love to hear from you. My studio emphasizes material honesty and contextual sensitivity in every design.
Email: hello@jashjian.arch
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jasonbtashjian
Architectural Expertise
Sustainable Design
Harnessing renewable systems and low-impact materials to create enduring structures that harmonize with the environment.
Material Honesty
An uncompromising commitment to the raw beauty of natural materials, emphasizing structural clarity and tactile depth.
Contextual Planning
Site-specific design strategies that respect local topography and urban heritage, ensuring buildings speak to their context.