Jesus’s key interests are rooted in native plants, ecology, and urban design. He is driven by the conjunction of design style, hardscape material, and plant selection to produce distinct and niche spaces. His inspiration is most notably derived from experiencing the outdoors, significant art/architecture styles, and design trends.
EDUCATION
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona Aug. 2018 - May 2021
Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture
Minor in Ornamental Horticulture
Magna Cum Laude Honors
WORK
Urban Arena, Inc.
Project Designer May 2021 - Dec. 2023
Job Captain Jan. 2024 - Oct. 2024
• Worked on conceptual designs and construction documents for large residential developments, renovations for commercial plazas, public design improvements, and high-density housing.
• Led a partnership with a Cal Poly Pomona landscape studio at Urban Arena.
• Proactively involved with social media posts on Instagram and LinkedIn.
• Trained and mentored new full-time hires and summer interns.
SKILLS
Adobe Indesign Adobe Photoshop AutoCAD Bilingual
BlueBeam LandFX
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word
Rhinoceros 3D SketchUp 3D
RECOGNITIONS
Magna Sum Cum Laude, Cal Poly Pomona May 2021
Dangermond Traveling Scholarship Recipient May 2020
McArthur Park Design Charette Participant Jan. 2019
Architectural Foundation Skills, Mt. San Antonio College May 2017
California State Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish May 2015
VAN NUYS LOOP
Location: Van Nuys, CA
Phase: Design Studio May 2021
Client: City of Van Nuys
Collaborators: Tracie Chazares, Design Workshop
A student project focused on urban design by integrating existing infrastructure, educational programs, and recreational spaces to create social, environmental, and disaster resilence.
View from the public library rooftop van nuys
SOCIAL RESILENCE
• community inclusivity
• physical wellness
• mental wellness
ENVIRONMENTAL RESILENCE
• heat relief
• cleaner air
• biodiversity support
DISASTER RESILENCE
• temporary shelter
• resource hub
• emergency assistance
PARKLETS
Smaller, accessible open spaces built on existing parking lots that include:
ACCESS TO NATURE
HYDRATION STATIONS
PROGRAM
The loop connects to larger, existing infrastructure that promote:
COMMUNITY
ENGAGEMENT BIKE & CAR PARKING
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
PUBLIC TRANSIT USE
Van Nuys high school track & sport field
STREETSCAPE
Enhances public experience and wellness through:
Biological diversity and richness of SoCal are supported through: SHADED STREETS NATIVE FLORA
IMPROVED CITY AESTHETIC
ECOLOGY
PLANTED CORRIDORS PROTECTED BIKE LANES
DENSE TREE PLANTING
Civic Center
parklets
Van Nuys recreation center
vanowen tyrone ave sylmar st
kittridge st
haynes st
gilmore st
friar st
sylvan st
erwin st
delano st
calvert st
Integrates the loop and public interest by revealing the Civic Center to Van Nuys Blvd.
Priortizes pedestrians with accessible, public spaces that are relaxing, fun, and beautiful.
Proposed open space is visible and
Existing Civic Center view from Van Nuys Blvd.
View from Van Nuys
Creates habitat for wildlife in an urban setting while providing aesthetic and educational value to people.
Suitable for storm water infiltration - preventing runoff and flooding.
Existing Civic Center
Before: 103,300 SF green space
After: 256,700 SF green space
Inside the Nature Walk
Location: Santa Clarita, CA
Phase: Construction Documentation 2021-2024
Client: Integral Communities, Lennar Homes
Landscape: Urban Arena
Civil: Sikand Engineering
Env. Consultant: Helix Environmental Planning
Collaborators: Tessa Wiley
Large residential tract development nestled in the Santa Clarita foothills of Bouquet Canyon.
Small parks and trail system draw inspiration from the nature’s region, the Western character of the city, and the first people, the Tataviam.
- townhomes
ventura
Western Ranch
Chaparral
PARKS REGIONS
EphemeralCreek
OakWoodlands
Regions based on:
• architecture product
• site geography
• native plant communities
Tataviam Park
The Patch Tractor Corner
Rattlesnake Maze
Western Meadow
INTO THE WOODS Venturethroughnativeoakwoodlands andfindyourfavoritesecrethideaway
Summit Point
Parks are assigned a memorable feature that correspond to their region and use.
A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT Keepaneyeoutforheronsandegrets asyoustepfromrocktorockthrough windingriverbeds.
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THE NORTH
THE NORTH
Discovery Trail/Large Dog Park
Owl Hideout
Acorn Woods
The Orchard
Small Dog Park
Hamiinat Garden
Oak Nook
Mariposa Park
Scorched Grounds
Grand Oak Park
Hidden Picnic
WEST EAST NORTH
uses chaparral for prolonged sun exposure & Western charm
highlights existing Oaks through woodland planting
celebrates adjacent creek with riparian character
Rolling River
Skipping Stone
Bouquet Bend
Pebble Park
Lily Den
DESIGN IDENTITY
A contemporary take on western ranch style and park character.
embodiment of a simpler time interactive & memorable
GRAND OAK PARK | CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENT
GRAND OAK PARK SPLASH PAD
Location: Chino, CA
Phase: Conceptual - Const. Docs. 2023 - 2024
Client: Richmond American Homes
Architecture: Architeyk
Civil: MDS Consulting
Landscape: Urban Arena
Yorba Estates Model Homes are part of a small tract home development in Chino, CA. These three models feature different backyards designed according to the homes’ architecture, different family types, and lifestyles.
ARCHITECTURE STYLES:
Spanish Colonial
FAMILY TYPE & LIFESTYLES
Nature inspired play for young family with children.
Large, dedicated spaces for family that entertains often.
California Ranch
Tranquil nooks and garden for older couple.
Hacienda Ranch
CONSTRUCTION PLAN
FENCE SCHEDULE
FENCE SCHEDULE
WALL SCHEDULE
WALL SCHEDULE
PAVING SCHEDULE
POTTING SCHEDULE
WALL SCHEDULE
WALL SCHEDULE
FENCE SCHEDULE
FENCE SCHEDULE
PLANT SCHEDULE
PLANT SCHEDULE
PLANT SCHEDULE
LANE
SHADY
SKETCHES, RENDERS, MIXED MEDIA
Heart of Los Angeles (HOLA) vision collage Photoshop, Pen | 2018
Vision collage of MacArthur Park for Design Charette, Los Angeles Photoshop | 2018
Collage study of Fazenda Vargem Grande, Brazil Photoshop | 2019
Research Facility Center at Dangermond Preserve, Lompoc, CA
Rhino 3D, Photoshop | 2020
European Starling Pencil | 2023
Horse rider coming down a cliff Pen | 2022
Bonelli Park, San Dimas, CA Pencil | 2020
English Cocker Spaniel Pencil | 2021
Elderly lady smiles Pastel | 2013
Huntington Library, Art Museum, & Botanical Gardens San Marino, CA Pen | 2019
Fish Pencil | 2023
Horse Pencil | 2011
Still life study Pencil | 2013
Desert botanicals in small garden, Covina, CA Pen | 2019
Los Angeles State Park View of DTLA Pen | 2022
Plan & elevation of hypothetical garden for inspiration on Bouquet Canyon Pencil | 2022
Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles Pen | 2019
PERSONAL WORK
Native Frontyard 2020-2024
Is a constant work in progress - experimenting with different plants that perform well year-round.
It attracts an abundance of native insects, birds, lizards, and small mammals.
The garden features a small seating area with flagstones and log stumps, birdfeeders, nest boxes, and a metal art sculpture.
Much of the inspiration comes from hiking, the 2019 superbloom, and similar gardens featured in the Theodore Payne Native Gardens Tours.
