Florin Isvoranu
location: Oslo, Norway
email: f (at) vizible (dot) co
skype: isvflorin
mobile NO: +4793929170
mobile RO: +40753688004
dob: 24th of November 1980
nationality: Romanian
website: vizible.co

Mission

Early starter ambitious architect and designer with over 19 years of on and off site multi-field experience looking forward to a challenging and dynamic work environment where I can strengthen the company value, social experience and output quality with my skill set, continue to grow my knowledge base and expand my professional horizon.

Occupational field

Freeform Geometry, Architecture, Design, 3D modeling, Parametric Design, Design to Production, Marine Design, Scripting, Boat building, Fabrication, CNC, Art

Relevant work experience

2017-2017 Product developer | 3D Design Engineer trainee @ Eker Design AS
Conceptual design, 3D modeling, boat design, design research, fabrication, cnc machining.
References Victor Rosenvinge, Ketil HumleKjaer, Christoffer Haarbye. Recommendation letters: Eker Design, Hydrolift.
2017-Present Co-founder @ VizibleGear
Bikepacking and specialty outdoor equipment startup, product line-up to be launched via crowdfunding platform. VizibleGear is co-founded together with Andra Garoi, our work involves designing and prototyping, fabrication and material research.
2013-Present Founder @ VIZIBLE
VIZIBLE is an interdisciplinary design and fabrication boutique. Main work involves catamaran/boat design, Rhino3d plugin software development, custom scripting, cnc machine design and construction, custom carbon fiber laminations, prototyping and art.
Notable projects: Class6 Performance Catamaran from O-Yachts, VIZIBLE105 Cruising Catamaran, a collection of Rhino3D plugins for marine design, Arternative painting workshop, 4 axis custom CNC prototyping mill, Farrier 85R racing trimaran build, a Rhino3D plugin for populating NURBS surfaces with realistic grass (not yet publicly released).
References D. Levy, D. Schickler.
2011-2014 Marketing, Design and Geometry Consulting @ Evolute GmbH
Main responsibilities:
  • marketing, testing, customer support, tutorial creation and user license management for EvoluteTools
  • geometry consulting, scripting (VB, Python), 3D modeling and analysis for high profile architectural landmarks
  • teaching and setting up workshops using EvoluteTools, EvoluteTools Scripting Interface
  • maintenance of Evolute systems (website design and content, internal WIKI, EvoluteTools documentation, Evolute scripting library software development)
  • academic research, paper contributions and publishing in Architectural Geometry
Notable projects, papers, research and workshops: KREOD, Eiffel Tower Pavilions, Dodekaederstern, Stade Beaublanc Limoges, Bulbous Bow, Arena Corinthians, La Canopee - Paris, Morpheus - Macau, SimplyRhino UK Workshop, eCAADe Prague Workshop, Facade+Innovation Chicago Workshop, AAG12 Paris Workshop, Shape ToFabrication4 London Workshop, DMSB11 Berlin Workshop, publications.
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2010-2011 Architect @ BauConcept SRL
Full complement architectural services.
Notable projects: Twin Apartment Building - Bd Alexandru Lapusneanu, Shopping Mall - Bd Alexandru Lapusneanu, Baumaxx Hardware Store - Aurel Vlaicu, Apartment building - Costinesti, Residential Building - Costinesti South, Bucovina Residence - Constanta, Sports Hall - Costinesti, Health Care Center Zone Planning - Eforie Nord, Boreal Penthouse - Palazu Mare.
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2006-2010 Architect and Founder @ Sticla9 SRL
Full complement architectural services, design and production of bespoke glass fixing systems, UV bonded glass furniture manufacturing, model making.
Notable projects: Office Building - Mihai Viteazu 73, Private Residence - Vlad Tepes 29 (renders), Private Residence - Lyon 23 (renders), Holiday Residence - Aldea, Jupiter, BigCat 10.4m Catamaran, Blade12 Catamaran - Australia, Private Residence - Eforie Nord, Relax Furniture Competition.
2004-2006 Junior Architect and Associate @ Sivida Design SRL
Full complement architectural services, model making. Notable projects: Office Building - Mamaia 175, Office Building - Tomis 476, Dialysis Center - Mamaia 228B, Apartment Building - Rachitasi 94, Baneasa International Airport Extension, Nakdong River Competition.
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1998-2004 3D Modeler, Illustrator, Drafter @ Beaux Arts SRL
Primary responsibilities include: creation, rendering and presentation of 3d models, architectural design. Notable projects: Saint Pius Church - Bd Alexandru Lapusneanu, Private Residence - Tomis, Private Residence - Razboieni 100, Private Residence - Crinului 26, MiVida 10m Monohull Cruiser, 24m Monohull Cruiser Sloop Rigged, Rescue Boat Cruising Conversion, Private Residence - Bucharest, Waterfront Hotel - Black Sea, Socializing and Support Center for the Elders - Bucharest.
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Education

2000-2006 "Ion Mincu" University of Arhitecture and Urbanism (UAUIM) Bucharest, Romania
6 year Architectural Degree (M.Arch / ISCED 7)
1994-1999 "Mircea Cel Batrin" National College Constanta, Romania
Baccalaureate Diploma, Human Sciences
1988-1992 "Ferdinand" Language School Constanta, Romania
Intensive English and French language studies, UNESCO Accredited school
1986-1994 "Ciprian Porumbescu" Gymansium Constanta, Romania
Primary and Secondary Education Diploma

Languages

English Native professional proficiency, IELTS Band 8
French Upper intermediate
Italian Upper intermediate
Spanish Intermediate
German Beginner
Norwegian Learning
Romanian Native proficiency

Certifications

Academic research and publications

Relevant computer skills

Interests

Sailing, mountain biking, design, photography, boat building and composite manufacturing, fabrication and prototyping, kayaking.

Personal

Focused, attentive to details, precise, driven, avid learner, disciplined, open minded, committed to results, fun, adventurous.

Other experience and volunteering

April 2017 Photographer | Volunteer
Detox and Outdoor Camp Plaiul Foii, Brasov | Viata Verde Viu
March 2017 Photographer | Volunteer
Detox and Outdoor Camp Plaiul Foii, Brasov | Viata Verde Viu
October 2016 Photographer | Volunteer
Detox and Outdoor Camp Plaiul Foii, Brasov | Viata Verde Viu
Aug-Sept 2016 Chief Mate on MV Iuventa | Volunteer
Marine Search and Rescue, Humanitarian Aid in the Mediterranean | Jugend Rettet
April-Sept 2015 Chief Mate on RV Martin Sheen | Volunteer
Marine Conservation, North Pacific | Sea Shepherd Conservation Society
Dec 2014-Jan 2015 2nd Mate on MV Brigitte Bardot | Volunteer
Marine Conservation, Mediterranean and Antlantic | Sea Shepherd Australia
Oct 2014 1nd Mate on SY Martina Lundgren | Volunteer
History, Adventuring | North Sea Crossing with historical rescue vessel
Jun 2014-Jul 2014 Onshore volunteer
Marine Conservation, North Atlantic | Sea Shepherd Conservation Society
Jul 2008-May 2009 3rd Mate on SY Remar | Volunteer
Adventuring | Historical Globe Crossing from Turkey to Norway