Nate Tatham Portfolio



  
Multidisciplinary Architectural Designer and Artist. Drawing inspiration from the Arizona desert, I design architecture that emphasizes sustainability, local materials, and human-centered design. With a focus on blending innovation with tradition, my work seeks to create spaces that not only integrate seamlessly with their environment but also foster meaningful connections within the community. Through hands-on experience with artisanal crafts and sustainable practices, I strive to design buildings that honor their context while enhancing daily life.

  Education:  

      CAPLA, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona
        Bachelors of Architecture (NAAB Accredited)
        2020-2025

      Institute for American Universities, Barcelona, Spain
        Study Abroad, Internship
        2024

      Cosanti Foundation Alumni, Paradise Valley, Arizona
        Apprenticeship
        2019-Present

  Work Experience:  

      TaylorMade Barcelona
        Architectural Intern, 2024, Barcelona, Spain
          - Assisted the project manager with site visits
          - Café + gallery redevelopment project, cultural design in the Gothic Quarter

      University of Arizona
        Wood & Metal Shop Supervisor, 2022–2023, Tucson, Arizona, USA
          - Tool safety and workspace facilitation
          - Guided students on project assembly

      180 Degrees Design+Build
        Architectural Intern, 2022, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
          - Concrete, woodwork, and full design-build exposure
          - Earthwork and architectural warranty calls

      Cosanti Originals
        Bronze Bell Artisan, 2021, Paradise Valley, Arizona, USA
          - Sandcasting and patina work in metalcraft
          - Learned precision through embodied artisanal craft

        Tour Guide, 2020–2021, Paradise Valley, Arizona, USA
          - Educated visitors on sustainable architecture
          - Developed skills in public speaking and design storytelling

      Earthcasting Workshop, 2019–2020, Paradise Valley, Arizona, USA
          - Collaborated on the final Cosanti addition
          - Silt casting and rebar weaving with a communal spirit

      Phoenix Art Museum
        Fundraising Volunteer, 2014–2019, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
          - Organized large-scale events and rallies
         - Promoted art-community engagement