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<br /> OAlejandro Melendez is a registered architect in the state of Florida and holds a Bachelor's
<br /> . _ degree in Architecture with a concentration in computer sciences from The University of
<br /> O � Louisiana at Lafayette. Mr. Melendez has over 8 years of experience working with many
<br /> 0 -r - different project types ranging from hospitality and high-density residential,to institutional,
<br /> O `j' 'a campus and passenger terminals,among others.Mr.Melendez considers himself a prag-
<br /> matist with a passion for advancing design,injecting the client's goals with an architectural
<br /> O vision and further expanding any opportunity for aesthetic,and cost effective solutions all
<br /> O aimed at client satisfaction and harmony among all players involved in the project.
<br /> O p� / . t7 experience
<br /> O _ •.- ' • Cruise Terminal 6, Port Canaveral,FL.Project architect for the design-build of a state-of-
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<br /> © ; ._i the-art,105,000-SF passenger cruise terminal.The two-story facility is designed to meet the
<br /> O %�� ,,., . comfort needs of passengers,is fully handicapped accessible and conforms to the technical
<br /> y,, ..,-.41-;,„.--e -i and operational requirements of mega cruise ships—the largest cruise ships in the industry
<br /> O teglSUanonf that hold 5,000 passengers.Special attention is being given to passenger needs in an effort
<br /> 0 RegisteredAiiiitect to enhance the overall cruise experience.For example,passengers approaching the terminal
<br /> Fs'elt"•ghect will be able to see cruise-related information on large LED display screens that are being
<br /> 0 - ` , p -, incorporated into the building facade.
<br /> O 11 °L�EED°AccreditedProfessional`
<br /> ® } ;.- a . as Ransom Everglades Aquatic Center,Coconut Grove,FL.Project architect for the design
<br /> : -'r of a Si million Aquatic Center Complex that contains bleachers for 1,000 spectators,lockers,
<br /> O s -4-----J...:-; -, edoeafon offices and other support spaces.BEA provided completeA/E services for this aquatic center
<br /> .'Unniversitty of Louisiana at laffaayette; in a sensitive and historical environment. The building has an above ground competition-
<br /> O BacheiororArts Ardiitecture sized pool, training pool, arena, gymnasium, offices, ancillary facilities and parking areas.
<br /> 0 ?' mfg., } .. .. x k> The surrounding landscape design includes a seating plaza dedicated to the students and
<br /> 0 .. y two new tennis courts.BEA conducted a program and budget verification,zoning and code
<br /> ' ' - - analysis and design concept for the new facility.
<br /> 0 � a, V: Seafreight Terminal Yard, Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale,FL. Project architect for
<br /> o r e the architectural design services for a Seafreight Agencies initiative.This is a design-build
<br /> 0 _ x� d.v '� project whereby BEA currently provides terminal planning and IT communication design
<br /> a x ia at, services, construction administration and contractor services. Project responsibilities in-
<br /> 0 -n > . dude,but are not limited to,site planning and operational logistics,traffic pattern analysis,
<br /> O $ r t; ▪ ` safety and security, port access and systems coordination. Storm water solutions were
<br /> O :¢ z -'t' ,, implemented to maintain high water quality in wash down area.
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<br /> O r -i # . , Florida International University,REC Center,Miami,FL.Job captain for the Recreation
<br /> O -;;;;:t!;:;;...,,« i ,E Center located west of the Health Services Complex,east of the U.S.Century Bank Arena,
<br /> r 3*4'" : x";art.- and south of the Law School on FIU campus.The Center is convenient to those living in the
<br /> O `� ' residence halls,and is at easy walking distance from any faculty or staff office on campus.
<br /> O ` e �k, ,` The Rec Center features a two-court gym for intramural and recreational basketball,volleyball
<br /> 0 ;= and badminton, 12,500 SF of fitness space including free weights, resistance machines
<br /> - n,y. at and cardio equipment(over 2.5 times the space of the former Student Fitness Center),two
<br /> O - multipurpose group fitness rooms(for expanded PantherFlT Group Fitness Classes),large
<br /> O men's and women's locker rooms(each with over 200 day and semester lockers),Recreation
<br /> Services office with walk-up Info/Membership window, and a restaurant location, Tropical
<br /> 0 Smoothie Café.The Rec Center is the designated hurricane shelter for Monroe County(the
<br /> 0 . - Florida Keys).
<br /> O Florida Atlantic University(FAU)Recreation Center,Boca Raton,FL. Project architect.
<br /> O - Mr. Melendez was one of the architects directly involved in the design, construction docu-
<br /> 0 mentation and coordination of FAU'S 2010 Building of America Gold Medal Award Winning
<br /> 0 ------1Recreation Center. Phase I was the new construction of a 40,000 SF campus recreation
<br /> j] f = A facility that includes locker rooms, gym/athletic courts, athletic training room,yoga/fitness
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<br /> room,and public common area.Phase I I was a 20,000 SF of additional building area including
<br /> O ED l expansion of existing locker rooms,fitness center,construction of a basketball court,addition
<br /> 0 1 0 of concessions and 16,400 SF pool area with a pool, pool deck and landscaping.
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