Jim has had 20 years of experience in a variety of projects ranging from mid-rise commercial buildings to civic and community facilities as well as resort and retail developments and master planning.
As a LEED accredited professional, his knowledge of and commitment to sustainable design is drawn upon at each level of planning, design and construction to ensure the most environmentally friendly options are considered.
Jim is an accomplished designer, architect and construction administrator, skilled at coordinating the efforts of the both design and construction teams in order to ensure that original design intents are followed through to project completion.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Environmental Studies/Urban Planning, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA
Master of Architecture, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR
REGISTRATIONS
Architect, Oregon No. 4749
Architect, California No. C30770
ACCREDITATIONS
LEED AP, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
NCARB No. 88561, National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
APPOINTMENTS
San Luis Obispo Architectural Review Commission - 2008
San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce – Sustainability and Resources Committee – 2009
SLO Green Build Alliance, Communications Chair
PRESENTATIONS
“Building Material Reuse & Recycling,” July 2003 CSI/AIA Southwest Oregon Chapter, Eugene, OR
”Sustainable Commercial Office Design,” February 2003, CSI/AIA Southwest Oregon Chapter, Eugene OR
"Selecting an Architect - How to Avoid a Fire Drill," October 2006, FIERO Conference, Charlotte NC
“LEED for Planners” October 2008,, CAAPA Conference, Hollywood CA
“LEED 101” March 2009, Orange County APA, Newport Beach CA
“We have worked with Jim over the past five years on numerous projects throughout the State of California. We have enjoyed his working style with his client friendly, solution oriented, get it done attitude. He is a very good communicator and takes ownership of his projects to the benefit of the client from beginning to end." - Bill Thoma, President , Thoma Electric, Inc.
“As a green building consultant, I've had the pleasure of working with Jim on a few projects where he has been the architect. I appreciate his skill and passion for implementing sustainable design. He provides an excellent balance of pragmatic design solutions with innovation and vision.” - Andrea Pease, Principal,
In Balance Green Consulting
"Jim had the amazing ability to translate our ideas into a home that perfectly fit our needs with a simple yet beautiful design. He was very easy to communicate ideas with and really listened to our thoughts. Our home is more than we ever hoped for. We enjoyed the design experience from start to finish and enjoy the results every day." - Mark Fell , Santa Barbara, CA
"Jim Duffy is one of the finest architects I have known, not just from a design skills standpoint, but also from a client relations and interactions perspective. He has amazing problem solving abilities and his follow through is excellent. I highly recommend his services." - Kevin Hauber, San Luis Obispo, CA
"I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Jim Duffy on the Burton Mesa Public Safety Center. Mr. Duffy has vast knowledge of the design / construction industry and the public construction process. He conducts business in a professional and efficient manner. Mr. Duffy is organized and stays current with the ever changing building industry. I would not hesitate to utilize Mr. Duffy’s architectural talents for future projects." - John Green, Project Manager, Santa Barbara County General Services Department
