“Effective design is born from understanding the interactions between spaces and people, the transition of time relative to the structures and individuals that inhabit each space, and the external factors which affect their future. Inspired by those who have come before me, I strive to improve the lives of others by seeking to achieve effective design in every project I undertake.”
Publications
Feliciano, A., and L. Chalker-Scott. 2022. Functional methods for describing community assembly and predicting invasibility of plants in the field. Frontiers in Plant Science (submitted and under review).
Feliciano, A. 2022, May. The decline of South Sound Prairies: using plant interactions for conservation. Northwest Science (submitted and under review).
Feliciano, A. 2022, May. Using functional distance for selection of species in invasion-resistant wildflower seed mixes. Washington State University, Puyallup Research and Extension Center.
Feliciano, A. 2022, March 30. Ditch the clipboard and hold up your phone: Recording field data using your own web-based app. WSU Extension (submitted and under review).
Feliciano, A. 2015. Digital Media Applications to Landscape Design: Using Procedural 3D Modeling Software and Machinima Software for the Development of Landscape Design Graphics. Iowa State University.
Feliciano, A. 2014. Germination of Vernonia lettermanii and Monarda bradburiana. Iowa State University.
Academic Work Experience
Associate Faculty, Department of Horticulture, Edmonds College, Lynnwood, WA, Spring 2016-Current
Conceptualized, produced, and delivered lesson plans, lectures, and drawing studios
Developed and proctored academic assessments for the following courses:
HORT 264 – CADD for Landscape Design
HORT 270 – Restorative Design Solutions
HORT 263 – Landscape Design II
HORT 262 – Landscape Design I
HORT 224 – Design Presentation
HORT 120 – Landscape Appreciation
Teaching Assistant, Department of Horticulture, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, Fall 2014 - Spring 2015
HORT 281 – Landscape Graphics
HORT 381 – Garden Composition Studio
Undergraduate Research Assistant, Department of Landscape Architecture, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, Spring - Summer 2004
Featured Professional Projects
Principal Financial Group Corporate 2 Streetscape
Designer (schematic design, design development)
Draftsman (construction document modeling & drafting)
Curtiss Hall - Harl Commons Renovation Project
Designer (schematic design, planning, and programming)
Draftsman (construction document modeling & drafting)
Construction Administrator (project management)
LEED project contributor
Curtiss Hall - Miscellaneous Remodeling projects
Lead Designer (schematic desgin, planning, and programming)
Lead Draftsman (construction documents and specification manual)
Bidding & Contract Negotiation
Lead Construction Administrator
LEED Project Administrator
Curtiss Hall - Student Services Mall project
Designer (Feasibility Study, Masterplanning, Schematic Design)
Draftsman (Construction Documents and materials research)
Construction Administrator
LEED Project Adminstrator
Professional Work Experience
Landscape Designer, Founder, May 2015 - December 2018, The Zealous Thumb, Snohomish, WA
Plant Propagation Manager, May 2015 - August 2016, The Daily Plant-It Nursery, Issaquah, WA
Brokered 3D Artist, January 2014 - 2016, Cornucopia 3D, Beaverton, OR (remote)
Landscape Designer, May 2014 - August 2014, Genus Landscape Architects, Des Moines, IA
Architectural Designer, May 2007 - November 2013, Architects Smith Metzger, Des Moines, IA
Intern Architect, Spring 2007, DLR Group, Des Moines, IA
Intern Architect, Summer 2006, BSA Life Structures, Indianapolis, IN
Office Assistant, Summer 2004 - Spring 2007, Student Financial Aid Office, Iowa State University, Ames, IA
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Horticulture Washington State University
Specialization in functional analysis of community assembly and plant invasions
Graduated May 2022
Master of Science in Horticulture Iowa State University
Specialization in Digital Media Applications to Landscape Design
GPA 4.00
Graduated May 2015
Bachelor of Architecture, Minor in Digital Media Iowa State University
Graduated May 2007
Professional Certifications
LEED Accredited Professional Building Design & Construction (LEED AP BD+C) Credential ID# 10324727-AP-BD+C (since 2009)
WSNLA Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH) Certification# 2641
Completed National Council of Architectural Registration Boards IDP Program
Computer Software Applications
Dynascape DS
Lumion
Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Flash, and Premiere CC
Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, SketchBook, and Showcase
Trimble SketchUp, AR-Media
LumenRT, The Plant Factory, Vue
Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher
Extracurricular Activities
Plant Diagnostic for the Spring Season, WSNLA, April 2024
Ecological Restoration Adaptive Management, UW, May 2022
Restoration practices implemented at Juanita Beach Park, Kirkland, WA
Introduction to Plant Identification in the Field, UW, March - April 2016
Field identification of plant families by floral parts
Focus on Pacific Northwest flora
Volunteer - Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, December 2014 - May 2015
Conservatory care
General Horticulture assistance
Riverside Garden care (matrix garden)
Honors & Awards
Washington Department of Agriculture Research Grant
Garden Club of America Scholarship
Master Gardeners of Pierce County Scholarship
WSNLA Scholarship & Research Grant
Edmonds Community College BRAVO Teaching Excellence Award
ISU Agricultural Entrepreneurship Initiative Business Plan Competition winner
Mary Amos Horticulture Graduate Scholarship
Robert and Elizabeth Carlson Award for Design Excellence
Wilmer G. Gerlach Scholarship for Academic Achievement
George Washignton Carver Scholarship
Spiros Mentzelopoulos Book Award
Qualifications
Fluent in written and spoken Spanish
Excellent project management and leadership skills
Knowledge of ornamental plant stock identification and culture
Focus on functional ecology and ecological landscape design
Ability to manage a variety of tasks on multiple projects in a detail-oriented manner
Experience in public plaza design
Proficient in written communication; author of The Zealous Thumb blog
Emphasis in digital CAD drafting, 3D modeling, and animation
Rapid prototyping skills in stereolithography,
laser cutting, and three-dimensional milling
Multi-cultural experience
References
Dr. Ann Marie VanDerZanden
Director for the Center for Excellence in Learning & Teaching
Iowa State University
3024 Morrill Hall, Ames, IA 50011
515-294-7555
Lisa Orgler
Lecturer
Iowa State University
129 Horticulture Hall, Ames, IA 50011
515-294-6375
Kerry Dixon
Facilities Project Manager III
200 General Services Bldg, Ames, IA 50011
515-294-8028
Dr. Jeff Iles
Horticulture Department Chair
106 Horticulture Hall, Ames, IA 50011
515-294-3718