​Experience: 

Mr. Zampetti has amassed more than 35 years of architectural design experience. In addition to his single-family and multi-family projects, his work includes designs for the Fortune 500, big box retailers, healthcare/wellness, educational, institutional, faith-based, non-profit, and commercial projects nationwide.  Using his creative skills along with an innovative three-dimensional Building Information Model (BIM) design process, he focuses on exceeding expectations by leveraging the collaborative skills of the owner/architect team.
 

Education:
Bachelor of Architecture, BArch Degree

  New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ

 

Project Management Certificate Program

  Harvard University Graduate School of Design, Cambridge, MA

 

Advanced Architectural Delineation Certificate Program

  Harvard University Graduate School of Design, Cambridge, MA

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Registration and Certification:
Licensed to practice Architecture in Virginia
Certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards for US, Canada, and Mexico Reciprocity
United States Green Building Council LEED Accredited Professional (LEED©AP)

​Certified as a Small Business/SWaM by the Virginia Department of Minority Business Enterprise

Autodesk Certified User: Revit Architecture

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Awards, Presentations, and Media:

Building of the Year Award of Merit and Excellence, MBCEA, Richstone Surfaces, 2024 | Commercial Real Estate Development Association NAIOP Building Award, Richstone Surfaces, 2024 | Top 5 Richmond Architects, BuildZoom 2021, 2023 | Best of Houzz Award, 2020, 2021, 2022 | Best Audiology Center, Evolution Hearing, Charlottesville, 2021 | Featured Restaurant, Guy Fieri’s “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives”, Pop’s Market, 2019 | “Best Fitness/Wellness Facility Hall of Fame Award” - 2017-2019, Hot Yoga Barre, Style Magazine | “36 Hours in Richmond”, New York Times, 2016 | “Sneak Peek, Pop’s Market on Grace Opening Tomorrow”, Richmond Magazine, 2015 | “Part of E. Grace Becoming Restaurant Row”, Richmond Times Dispatch, 2015 | “1M Condos Planned for Libby and Grove”, Richmond BizSense, 2014 | Special Report, “School of Rock”, National Public Radio, 2013 | “Katrina’s Rainbow” Mayorial Citation, Rising Sun Homes, New Orleans, 2007 | Presenter, “Technology and Practice”, VACC State Convention, Charlottesville, VA, 2007 | “Renewing a Dream”, Richmond Times Dispatch, November, 2006 | Mid-Atlantic Design Showcase at Building Virginia, 2003 | “Straight Talk”, Richmond.Com, October, 2003 | “Lofty Pursuits”, Style Magazine, 2003 | “House on the Hill”, Richmond Magazine, 2001 | “Switching its Image”, Display and Design Magazine, 2000 | Presenter, “Computers in Architecture”, Harvard University, 1993-1995 | “Best New Homes, Coast to Coast”, Better Homes and Gardens, 1990 | AIA Design Excellence Award, RI Chapter, The Schecter Residence, Newport, RI, 1989 | Design Competition Winner, The Ronald MacDonald House, Providence, RI, 1988 | Gallery Exhibit, The Newark Museum, Newark, NJ, 1980

 

Professional Affiliation:

Housing Taskforce, Richmond 300 Masterplan, 2019-2020 | Mentor, Mellon Research Fellowship Program 2019-2020, 2022-2024 | Adjunct Professor, Architecture, Brightpoint Community College | Adjunct Faculty, McIntire Department of Music, University of Virginia, 2008-2016 | The United States Green Building Council | National Council of Architectural Registration Boards | Dover Kohl & Partners, Richmond Masterplanning Sessions, 2010 | United States Green Building Council, LEED AP, 2009 | American Institute of Architects Committee on the Environment | American Institute of Architects Small Practitioners Forum | American Institute of Architects Technology Committee | Member, Brightpoint Community College Curriculum Advisory Committee, 2008-Present | Member, Richmond Development Community, 2011-Present | Juror, “The Virginia Prize”, AIA Statewide Undergraduate Design competition, Richmond, VA 2000 

 

Professional Development:

Wind Forces Training, NCARB 2024 | Frank Gehry Masterclass, 2017 | Certified User, Autodesk Revit, 2016 | IEBC Seminar, Richmond, VA, 2007 | Autodesk Architectural Desktop Certificate, Richmond, VA, 2005, 2002 | ArchEx, Virginia Society, American Institute of Architects Conference, Richmond, VA, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001 | Business Networking International, Educational Coordinator, Richmond, VA, 2002, 2001 |  Siggraph, New Orleans, LA, 1997 | Advanced Autocad Certificate, Autocad Training Center, Richmond, VA, 1996 | 3D Studio Max Certificate, Autocad Training Center, Richmond, VA, 1996 | Town Planning Charrette, Mansfield, MA, 1995 | Managing Multiple Projects, Skill Path, Lexington, KY, 1992 | Affordable Housing Standards, HUD Regional Office, Louisville, KY, 1991 | Architectural Project Administration, AIA Headquarters, Washington, DC, 1990 | Advanced Architectural Delineation Certificate, Harvard University Graduate School of Design, Cambridge, MA, 1988 | Project Management Certificate, Harvard University Graduate School of Design, Cambridge, MA, 1986 | Mason Laborer, Monmouth County, NJ, 1977 

 

Volunteer / Community Service:

Sponsor, RVA Charity Golf, 2024 | Pro Bono, Connor’s Heroes 2013-Present | Richmond 300 Housing Team, 2019 | Member, Cadets Hall of Fame Committee | Co-Chair, AFSP Golf Tournament | Builder, Habitat for Humanity, Lake Charles, LA, 2007 and Midlothian, VA, 2004 | Laborer, Caritas International, 2005 | Tutor, Richmond City Public Schools, 2005-2006 | Pro Bono: St. Mary’s Church | Pro Bono: Richmond Jazz Society 

Experience: 

Studio Z Architecture, Richmond, VA     
June 2005 – Present: Project Designer. 
Donelle applies her training, skills, and keen eye for detail to serve the needs of her customers.  She optimizes design solutions for residential, retail and commercial spaces using Autodesk Revit© Architecture Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, allowing the project to be viewed and optimized in three dimensions.  She is involved with every phase of the design process from initial client presentations, surveying existing sites, creating conceptual 3D models and generating detailed design and construction documents. 

 

Studio Z Architecture, Richmond, VA  
Summer 2003, 2004 and Dec-Jan 2003, 2004 and 2005:Design Intern. 

Assisted Principal with design, space planning, field surveying and construction documents for commercial, retail, and residential clients.  Provided general office administrative support. 

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Education:

Bachelor of Architecture, BArch Degree
  New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ                                              ​

 

Registrations and Certifications:

United States Green Building Council LEED Accredited Professional (LEED©AP) 2008
Revit© Certified Professional, Autodesk, 2021

 

Achievements, Awards, and Publications/Media:

Building of the Year Award of Merit and Excellence, MBCEA, Richstone Surfaces, 2024 | Commercial Real Estate Development Association NAIOP Building Award, Richstone Surfaces, 2024 BuildZoom Top 5 Richmond Architect Award, 2021, 2023 | “Best of Houzz” Award, 2020, 2021, 2022 | Featured Restaurant, The Food Network: Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, 2019 | “Best Fitness/Wellness Facility Hall of Fame Award” - 2017, 2018, and 2019, Hot Yoga Barre, Style Magazine | “36 Hours in Richmond”, New York Times, 2016 | “Sneak Peek, Pop’s Market on Grace Opening Tomorrow”, Richmond Magazine, 2015 | “Part of E. Grace Becoming Restaurant Row”, Richmond Times Dispatch, 2015 | “1M Condos Planned for Libby and Grove”, Richmond BizSense, 2014 | Special Report, “School of Rock”, National Public Radio, 2013 | “Renewing a Dream”, Richmond Times Dispatch, 2006 

 

Professional Development:

Autodesk Certified Professional Training, LinkedIn Learning, 2020 | Autodesk Revit Architecture Training, Inlet Technologies, 2008 | Autodesk Architectural Desktop Certificate, Richmond, VA, 2005 | Arch Ex, Virginia Society of the American Institute of Architects Convention, Richmond, VA 2005 | SWaM Fest, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 2008 | LEED Training Sessions, United States Green Building Council, 2008