Cristian ZentenoSet design & Drafting
Chilean-trained architect based in Vancouver Area.
Drafting, 3D modelling, visualization and scale models.
Post-Apocalyptic Environment Revit · Blender
Architectural model created in Revit and transformed into a post-apocalyptic setting in Blender, focusing on set dressing, lighting, and atmosphere.
Winery Restaurant Interior Visualization
Interior visualization based on a BCIT Revit course project, further developed in Blender, focusing on materials, furniture, lighting, and atmosphere.
Luno House Chile
Modern residence featuring contemporary architectural forms. Architectural design, technical drawings, and permit coordination.
Gonzalez–Urzua House Chile
Residence built with native Chilean wood. Architectural design, technical drawings, and project coordination.
Architectural Scale Models Open Gate Scale Models
Two professional architectural scale models of residential and office buildings, created during my work at Open Gate Scale Models.
Architectural Drafting Revit · BCIT
Academic projects featuring an office building and winery, including floor plans, elevations, sections, and BIM documentation developed in Revit.
Golden Diamond Zen Plaza Vancouver
Mixed-use urban development concept featuring residential, hotel, and commercial spaces. Produced architectural drawings, visualizations, and physical scale models.
Cristian Zenteno · Art Department
Architect with over 10 years of experience in design, drafting and architectural model making, bringing those skills to the film industry in the art department.
Experience
Set Dresser / Background Performer · Girls’ Night Out (short film)
- Assisted the Art Department with set dressing and preparation of filming locations.
- Arranged furniture, décor and set elements for camera.
- Worked with the Art Department in a fast-paced on-set environment.
Architectural Drafter · Segma / Mexita Developments Inc.
- Produced detailed CAD drawings, construction layouts and 3D visuals for residential developments.
- Created client-facing 3D renderings in Twinmotion for presentations.
Freelance Architectural Designer · Independent Practice
- Designed and managed permit submissions for residential renovations and new housing in several Chilean cities.
- Coordinated with municipal authorities and delivered permit-ready construction documents.
Architectural Model Maker · Open Gate Architectural Scale Models
- Built detailed architectural and commercial scale models requiring precision and technical skill.
- Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints into presentation-quality builds.
- Worked with senior architects and designers under strict deadlines.
Architectural Drafter / Junior Architect · Segma Group
- Produced technical drawings, renderings and presentation models for projects including Zen Plaza and Bernou House.
- Refined design concepts and presentation deliverables with senior staff.
Architect / Project Designer · Public & private projects
- Designed custom homes and managed permits for residential projects of 1,800–3,700 sq ft.
- Worked with Arauco City Hall and the Ministry of Education on public infrastructure projects.
Certificates & Training
- IATSE 891 Art Department Permittee (Art Department Assistant, Draftsperson, Set Designer)
- Advanced First Aid (AFA), WorkSafeBC / Metro Safety Training, valid to Jun 2029
- Motion Picture Industry Orientation, Actsafe
- Motion Picture General Safety Awareness, Actsafe
- WHMIS 2015
- BCIT Revit & BIM Workflow, Revit 1 & 2
- AIBC Intern Architect Program
- CACB Certificate of Recognition (Jan 2022)
Software
- AutoCAD
- Revit (BIM)
- ArchiCAD
- SketchUp
- Blender
- Twinmotion
- Lumion
- Photoshop
- MS Office
Skills
- 3D rendering and architectural model making
- Materials, furniture styles, construction methods and building systems
- Hand and power tools
- Bilingual: English (fluent), Spanish (native)
- cristian.zentenoc@gmail.com
- Phone
- 604-445-7904
- Based in
- Port Coquitlam, BC
- cristian-zenteno