As at Christie's, work by Brazilian artists was highly sought after, with
strong prices including Sergio Camargo's painted
wood construction, Hommage à Fontana (Relief no. 129), 1967, selling for $ 1.5 million, far above the $ 600,000 / 800,000 estimate.
Professional Profile Utilize technology to drive the
construction and renovation process, including both diagnostic and
construction tools, equipment, and various media such as tile, drywall,
wood, brick, flooring, wiring, plumbing, and fixtures Perform needs - based technical assessments to identify areas of concern while facilitating an effective and timely solution to any
construction issues Apply technical knowledge and education to installation, maintenance, and repair tasks, focusing on the accurate and efficient completion of all assigned jobs Maintain a
strong working knowledge of products, materials,
construction techniques, equipment maintenance and use, and other relevant industry knowledge and trends Organize and manage
construction and renovation process from initial consultation to job completion, while collaborating effectively with other staff, material and equipment vendors, and firm management Interact in a professional and effective manner with customers utilizing polished introduction and explanatory skills, providing complete and accurate issue descriptions Provide complete support to other
construction personnel and management with technical assistance, guidance, and successful collaboration Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, while performing all
construction and design tasks, supporting all project management and execution tasks, and facilitating high - quality relationships with vendors, customers, and other interested parties Participate extensively in all continuing education and advanced technical training opportunities Address customer and staff queries and resolve them in an expedited manner Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, suppliers,
construction team members, and management staff members
Increasingly, the public is looking for sustainable and renewable resources in
construction, and — especially in the Pacific Northwest — there is a
strong appeal for natural, exposed
wood buildings, says Juliana Ruble, program administrator of the TallWood Design Institute of Oregon State University.