Reika Oba
@reikaoba
Registered architect specializing in architectural design, documentation, and 3D visualization.
What I'm looking for
I am a creative, registered Architect from the Philippines with over nine years of professional experience in architectural design, construction documentation, and millwork detailing. I have a proven track record converting sketches and hand drawings into precise AutoCAD construction drawings, preparing estimates and take-offs, and coordinating effectively with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
My work spans freelance practice and remote roles for U.S. clients where I produced detailed shop drawings, 3D models, and visualization assets using SketchUp, Revit, V-Ray, Enscape, Lumion and Photoshop. I am a collaborative team player, attentive to detail, and eager to take on roles that challenge my technical skills and support continued professional growth in the built environment.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Licensed Architect
Freelance
Jun 2019 - Present (6 years 9 months)
Planned and prepared architectural concepts, schematic designs, construction drawings and specifications for residential projects while applying building codes and coordinating with engineers, clients and contractors to deliver compliant designs. Presented project proposals and interior designs to clients.
Millwork Drafter & 3D Modeler
I&E Cabinets
Feb 2024 - Jan 2026 (1 year 11 months)
Created detailed shop drawings, CAD layouts and 3D models for custom millwork, producing production-ready drawings and accurate quantity take-offs that supported project estimates. Collaborated with designers and project managers to ensure designs translated correctly to fabrication documents.
Architectural Designer
SPDDrafting Work
Jul 2019 - Dec 2025 (6 years 5 months)
Converted sketches and PDFs into production AutoCAD drawings, prepared site plans, floor plans, elevations and detailed blow-up sections, and designed ADU conversion unit plans with interior and exterior 3D visualizations. Ensured deliverables met client requirements and construction standards.
Architectural Drafter
Capstone Enterprises
Jun 2023 - Jan 2024 (7 months)
Produced comprehensive and precise AutoCAD architectural drawings from sketches, using proper XREF and layer management, and prepared estimates and documentation to support project delivery. Maintained high attention to detail to ensure drawing accuracy.
Design Architect
A.M. Paragas and Company
May 2018 - Jun 2019 (1 year 1 month)
Developed design concepts and technical CAD drawings for permit applications, produced 3D models with Photoshop post-processing, and coordinated with clients and suppliers to prepare presentations and material quotations. Responded to RFIs and approvals during construction phases.
Junior Architect
24 Builders Company
Jun 2016 - Mar 2018 (1 year 9 months)
Assisted in planning and preparation of drawings across design phases from concept to construction documents, performed code research for compliance and conducted site visits and observations to support project delivery.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Santo Tomas
Bachelor in Science in Architecture, Architecture
2011 - 2016
Completed a Bachelor in Science in Architecture with coursework and training in architectural design and construction documentation.
Ednas School Tapuac
High School Diploma, General Education
1998 - 2011
Completed primary and secondary education at Ednas School Tapuac in Dagupan, Pangasinan.
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