Willard C Dixon
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1966 San Francisco, CA



Washington State University, 1991-1995
Bachelor of Architecture
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies
College of Marin, 1990-1991
Colby College, 1985-1986
Midland School, 1983-1985


Chuck Bailey Architect AIA -- Eugene, OR 1995-2006
Small, fast-paced architectural practice specializing in residential, restaurant, light
commercial design– with emphasis on eco-sensitive buildings. Intern involved in all aspects of design process.

Robert L. Shaw Architect -- Eugene, OR 1999-2004
Small architectural practice specializing in commercial and retail design. Intern involved in all aspects of design process.

Rainbow Valley Design & Construction -- Eugene, OR 2001-2003
Full-service design & build company specializing in residential and commercial projects. Lead designer involved in all aspects of design process.

Habitat for Humanity -- Springfield, OR 2001
A non-profit, ecumenical ministry that seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. Volunteered my time to design and draw complete construction documents for a small home for a family of four.

Rooster Design & Build, Co. -- Eugene, OR 1996-1999
Design-build company committed to providing inventive design and high-quality construction.
President of own business, involved in land development, building design, and construction.

Joinery Structures -- Oakland, CA 1994
Design-build company specializing in Japanese-style construction. Prepared salvaged timbers to new specifications; mortise & tenon, 1/32” margin of error; prepared presentation drawing for client as well. Owner and master-builder Paul Discoe has put together a book, Zen Architecture, The Building Process as Practice, that features many of his esteemed projects; highly recommended.

Martin Davis Design & Construction -- Oakland, CA 1993
Journeyman carpenter, involved in foundation, framing, and finish work. Helped rebuild a few homes that were lost to the Oakland hills fire of ’91.

Gary Kazda Construction -- Lewiston, ID 1992
Carpenter; foundation, framing, and finish work.

Robert Christman Construction -- Fairfax, CA 1988-1991
Carpenter; foundation, framing, and finish work.

JP Renovation and Remodeling -- Martha’s Vineyard, MA 1987
Carpenter; foundation, framing, and finish work.

Diego Bros. Inc. Builders -- San Rafael, CA 1986-1987
Intern carpenter; foundation, framing, and finish work.

2009 AIA Southwestern Oregon People’s Choice Award
First Place Multi-Family Category
Featuring: East Blair Housing Co-op / Kari Johnson
2008 AIA Southwestern Oregon People’s Choice Award
Second Place Residential Category
Featuring: Rogers Residence
2003 AIA Southwestern Oregon People’s Choice Award
First Place Residential Category
Featuring: Asai Residence, while I was working at Rainbow Valley Design & Construction


The Register-Guard, October 2009, “AIA-SWO Architecture Insert” (Design Matters)
The Register-Guard, May 2009, “Home & Garden”
The Register-Guard, September 2008, “AIA-SWO Architecture Insert”
The Register-Guard, July 2007, “Home & Garden”
The Register-Guard, February 2004, “Homes”
The Register-Guard, November 2003, “Home & Garden”