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Marco Respicio

@marcorespicio

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Architect and interior design specialist delivering functional, code-compliant spaces and modular cabinetry.

Philippines

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to lead buildable architectural design and modular cabinetry delivery using BIM and visualization workflows, while continuously improving turnaround time, documentation quality, and on-site alignment with client objectives.

I’m an architectural designer with 7+ years of experience in exterior and interior design, with a strong focus on modular cabinet design for bathrooms and closets. I balance aesthetics and functionality to meet client needs, and I move designs from concept through construction documentation with technical accuracy and code research.

In my recent role as Senior Designer / Head of AI Integration Dept., I led AI integration during the schematic phase—achieving up to an 80% reduction in design turnaround time and a 60% increase in lead retention. I’ve also managed 16+ projects using Revit-based workflows and advanced visualization tools, cutting documentation time by up to 50% and improving team productivity, while overseeing BIM deliverables and mentoring apprentices to maintain quality and workflow efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Designer - AI Integration

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CPDA

Apr 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Led strategic design development from concept to completion, ensuring solutions met client vision with feasibility and functionality. Directed AI integration efforts, managed 16+ projects, and implemented Revit-based workflows to reduce design turnaround time and documentation effort.

AI Integration Advanced Visualization Design Turnaround Time Reduction Project Management

Cabinet Designer

HIMO Modular

Feb 2022 - Mar 2025 (3 years 1 month)

Prepared modular cabinet cost estimates and ensured projects stayed within budget constraints. Implemented custom modular cabinet solutions, coordinated with suppliers and contractors, and facilitated collaboration between GAMA and HIMO.

Modular Cabinet Design Cost Estimation Supplier Coordination Project Coordination

Architectural PM / Interior Designer

GAMA Architects Co.

Jan 2020 - Mar 2025 (5 years 2 months)

Led full-cycle architectural projects from conceptual design through construction documentation while ensuring code compliance and technical accuracy. Coordinated multidisciplinary teams, supervised and mentored apprentices, and managed BIM deliverables to align design intent with on-site execution.

Architectural Project Management Construction Documentation Building Code Compliance Technical Mentorship

Architectural Apprentice

EM BACUS Construction

Jun 2018 - Nov 2019 (1 year 5 months)

Performed quality control inspections across construction projects to ensure compliance with design specifications and construction standards. Improved practical skills in SketchUp and AutoCAD, and supported timely building permit approvals through cost estimates and document procurement.

Quality Control SketchUp Autocad Cost Estimation Compliance With Standards

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Mindanao

Bachelor of Science in Architecture and Fine Arts Education, Architecture and Fine Arts Education

2015 - 2020

Activities and societies: Director of Production and Documentation (UAPSA), Business Manager (College of Architecture and Fine Arts—Student Government), and Year Level Representative (2015–2016).

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and Fine Arts Education with coursework covering architectural design standards, laws, and principles. Completed a thesis on spacio-temporal analysis of land-use conversion and held student leadership roles.