Hello, I’m Richard Orilla, an Architectural and Interior Designer with over 20 years of international experience spanning Canada, Singapore, Brunei and the Philippines. I specialize in commercial interiors and hospitality projects, and I’m proficient in AutoCAD, Cabinet Vision, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Bluebeam. I thrive in fast-paced environments, consistently meeting deadlines through strong time management and collaborative problem solving. My work covers concept development through construction documentation, coordinating with general contractors and consultants to deliver functional, aesthetically compelling spaces. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and a Diploma in Architectural Technologies, and I bring a hands-on, client-focused approach to every project, with a passion for turning ideas into finished spaces.

Richard Orilla

Hello, I’m Richard Orilla, an Architectural and Interior Designer with over 20 years of international experience spanning Canada, Singapore, Brunei and the Philippines. I specialize in commercial interiors and hospitality projects, and I’m proficient in AutoCAD, Cabinet Vision, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Bluebeam. I thrive in fast-paced environments, consistently meeting deadlines through strong time management and collaborative problem solving. My work covers concept development through construction documentation, coordinating with general contractors and consultants to deliver functional, aesthetically compelling spaces. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and a Diploma in Architectural Technologies, and I bring a hands-on, client-focused approach to every project, with a passion for turning ideas into finished spaces.

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Hello, I’m Richard Orilla, an Architectural and Interior Designer with over 20 years of international experience spanning Canada, Singapore, Brunei and the Philippines. I specialize in commercial interiors and hospitality projects, and I’m proficient in AutoCAD, Cabinet Vision, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Bluebeam. I thrive in fast-paced environments, consistently meeting deadlines through strong time management and collaborative problem solving.

My work covers concept development through construction documentation, coordinating with general contractors and consultants to deliver functional, aesthetically compelling spaces. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and a Diploma in Architectural Technologies, and I bring a hands-on, client-focused approach to every project, with a passion for turning ideas into finished spaces.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Production Engineer at Third Dimension Millwork, Calgary, AB
January 1, 2025 - Present
Create detailed shop drawings using Cabinet Vision for submission to General Contractors, coordinate with GCs by preparing and submitting Requests for Information to clarify project details, review daily communications from General Contractors regarding drawing revisions and updates, ensure all drawings meet project specifications, timelines and construction requirements, and collaborate with project teams to incorporate feedback and maintain accuracy of design documentation across Walmart Selkirk and Walmart Grant Park projects.
Designer/CADCAM Coordinator at Brunel Commercial Interiors, Calgary, AB
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Prepare & develop drawings of plans, elevations, sections & details; issue a complete set of drawings for approval and construction; review/revise issued drawings; communicate changes or modifications to design/supervisors; provide set of drawings to estimators; create 3D models using iX2023 software for production.
Designer at WATG Wimberly Interiors, Singapore
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Work closely with Senior Designer in design development; render plan and elevations; manage external documentation; prepare hotel mock-up room drawings for guestrooms, public spaces; projects include Resort, New Clark City, Tarlac, Philippines and Yanbai Mountain Resort, Beijing, China.
Senior Technician at Hassell Studio, Singapore
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Assist Senior Designer in design development; coordinate with consultants, suppliers & external documentation; projects include W Sentosa F&B (Singapore – TKT, Woo Bar & Wired), Kimpton Rooftop Bar (Bangkok, Thailand) and Queens Wharf Level 23 Gaming (Brisbane, Australia).
Intermediate Designer at WATG Wimberly Interiors, Singapore
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Produce tender drawings for submission; render plans and elevations; coordinate changes with project teams; provide drawings to estimators; projects include Mixed Development (Jakarta, Indonesia), Kingsford Hotel (Philippines) and Ritz Carlton Guestroom Renovation (Sanya, China).
Senior Draftsman at LTW Designworks, Singapore
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2015
Collaborate with Design Director & FF&E Designer in design development; prepare guestroom and public areas drawings for tender and construction; projects include Grand Hyatt Hotel (Sanya, China), Four Seasons Hotel (Seoul, Korea) and InterContinental Hotel (Shanghai).
Project Designer at David Tokiwa Associates, Singapore
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Prepare and collate material boards; assist Senior Designer in CAD drawings; render plans, elevations & 3D; projects include Bestech (India), Wagamama (Egypt), Radisson (India) and Laguna National Golf & Country Club (Singapore).
Architectural Designer at Abdullah Ahmah Architects, Brunei Darussalam
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Render architectural plans, elevations & 3D; assist Senior Architect in site visits; projects include Forestry Dept., Ministry of Industry & Primary Resources, Brunei; The Law & Courts Building, Brunei; 10 Storey Building Court Hainan Association.
Interior Designer at Elite Concepts Studio, Manila, Philippines
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006
Work closely with Design Director, Senior Designer & FF&E; produce 2D & 3D rendered drawings; routine interior CAD & drafting; projects include Corniche Hotel (Jeddah, Saudi Arabia), InterContinental Restaurant (Hong Kong), Hyatt Hotel Regency (Kowloon, Hong Kong) and various Hong Kong & Manila properties.
Architectural Renderer at Housing & Research Devt., Manila, Philippines
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2004
Produce 3D drawings using Piranesi for clients in Japan.

Education

Architectural Technologies at SAIT – Calgary, AB
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Science in Architecture at Adamson University, Manila, Philippines
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2002
Advanced High School Diploma at Western Pangasinan Lyceum, Pangasinan, Philippines
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Education