Katrina Manrique
Junior Architect
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About
Architectural Designer and Certified Safety Officer 2 (SO2) with experience in Architectural and Electrical drawings in 6+ residential and commercial design-build projects and 20+ freelance projects. Skilled in project leadership, design, BIM, 3D visualization, cabinetry detailing, material take-offs, and construction site documentation. Shortlisted awardee at UNIATA '26 (International Architecture & Design Thesis Awards) and nominated for the National Commission for Culture and the Arts' Citation of Merit in Architecture.
Experience
Architectural Designer / 3D Visualizer - Freelance - Remote | Philippines
(2026-03 - 2026-05)
- Executed 2D floor plans, site developments, and high-quality 3D renders for 20+ clients, translating designs into technical and visual presentations.
- Secured a 55% repeat client rate by communicating progress updates.
Architectural Project Intern (Planning and Design / Site Operations) - SRchitects Construction Corporation - Imus, Cavite, Philippines
(2024-07 - 2024-08)
Design-Build Firm
- Managed daily field inspection reports, tracked site logistics and manpower (8+ construction workers), and coordinated with senior architects and project manager to resolve construction issues.
- Collaborated on 6+ residential and commercial projects in Cavite, Laguna, and Quezon City, proposing designs and translating 3D models into video walkthroughs and photo-realistic renders.
- Recognized by the Planning and Design Director for exceptional attention to detail after independently drafted 9 full architectural and electrical drawing sheets.
- Quantified reinforcement steel bar cutting lists and formwork for 7 beams and footings, developed accurate material take-offs for the Bill of Materials (BOM), and interpreted structural engineering drawings.
- Developed 15 detailed cabinetry works providing material finishes specifications, organizers, and hardwares.
Draftsman / CAD Operator - Freelance - Remote | Philippines
(2022-12 - 2022-12)
- Developed architectural plans for 1,094 sqm specialized bakery and production facility.
Architectural Designer - Freelance - Remote | Philippines
(2022-07 - 2022-08)
- Executed space planning, design, architectural fit-outs, interiors, and visualizations for 24 sqm condominium unit, resulting in a client-approved design in Marikina.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Architecture - Lyceum of the Philippines University-Cavite (2025)
