Mr. Polinsky received a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Cornell University in 1984. A research fellowship at Cornell University's Program of Computer Graphics from 1984 to 1986 culminated in a thesis entitled "A Unified Interactive Geometric Modeling System for Simulating Highly Complex Environments." He received a Master of Science in Computer Graphics in 1986 for this work. During his fellowship, Mr. Polinsky also served as a Teaching Assistant for a variety of undergraduate architecture courses. His research in computer graphics has been published in several journals, including Architectural Record (September 1984), Knowledge Engineering and Computer Modelling in CAD (December 1986), and Metropolis (March 2002).
In 1986, Alan Polinsky joined the firm of Fox & Fowle Architects. As Director of Computer Services, he had complete responsibility for the design, implementation, and management of an 80-node local area network, integrating CAD, word-processing, marketing, and financial applications. He also served as Project Architect on several major design projects. He has managed the production of drawings and administered the construction of a 400,000 sf building renovation, converting a Manhattan department store into a major commercial office space. He was named an Associate in 1991, participating with senior management in the administration of the firm, including staffing projections and assignments, budget analysis, and new business development.
In 1992 Alan Polinsky formed AP3D Consulting.
Mr. Polinsky is a registered architect in the State of New York, a member of the American Institute of Architects, a member
of the Association of Computing Machinery/SIGGRAPH, and a member of the Autodesk Developer Network.
[ apolinsky@ap3d.net ]
Mr. Zeitz received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Cornell University in 1991, and completed a Master of Architecture Degree in 1992. While he conducted research for his Masters design thesis, he served as a Teaching Assistant for various architectural technology courses and tested software developed by Cornell University's Program of Computer Graphics.
After graduating, Chaim Zeitz worked at a variety of firms both as an architect and as Director of Computer Services, most notably Pei Partnership Architects in New York and Hilton VanderHorn Architects in Greenwich, CT. His experience as a CAD manager cuts across building types including residential, commercial, retail, medical, institutional and high-tech facilities. Mr. Zeitz has also taught AutoCAD and 3D modeling and rendering.
In May 2000, Chaim Zeitz joined AP3D Consulting, providing CAD system hardware and software support for several major
architecture firms. Chaim also provides instruction for streamlining the workflow for presentation drawings, 3D models
and 3D rendering. The number of computer graphics tools at an architect's disposal is vast and complex. Chaim Zeitz
specializes in teaching designers how to harness these tools to enhance their design process.
[ czeitz@ap3d.net ]
Following graduation, Kenneth brought his CAD skills to a variety of firms throughout the New York area including A/R Architects LLP and A/R Environetics Group. While working as a project architect at A/R, he worked on a number of design projects ranging from retail shops to commercial facilities, providing technology room drawings for such clients as Nomura Securities and Time Warner Cable's Road Runner facilities. In addition to his duties as a project architect, Kenneth also provided computer systems and CAD support for A/R's office.
An architect for 8 years, Kenneth Louie joined AP3D Consulting in June 2000, providing systems, software and hardware support
for several major architectural firms. During his time with AP3D, he has contributed to a growing clientele list extending
to various industries. His work places a heavy emphasis on PC hardware and software support, networking, and security.
With Kenneth's vast knowledge of architecture and technology, he possesses a stable and practical hand coupled with unique
insights to fully understand and meet the needs of all his clients.
[ klouie@ap3d.net ]
While at Fox & Fowle, Ms. Engelhardt was a member of the Senior Management and Steering Committees. She had a fundamental role in all aspects of finance, management and operations for the firm. In addition, Ms. Engelhardt led the effort in the design and implementation of a succession plan for the firm.
Ms. Engelhardt's work focuses on assessment, analysis, and implementation of high quality business management practices for design firms.
Ms. Engelhardt is an associate affiliate member of the NY Chapter AIA and has conducted accredited seminars for it's members.
[ eengelhardt@ap3d.net ]
In October 2000, Mr. Hairston joined AP3D where he oversees the on-going management and integration of computer systems at Pei
Partnership Architects - a 35 person architectural firm specializing in high-end design solutions. These duties include CAD
software support, network server and workstation management, and implementation of a high-end large format printing and reprographic
systems.
[ thairston@ap3d.net ]