Larry Lewis
Systems Builder, Craftsman & Project Lead
Location: Pacific Northwest | Email: [email protected]
Core Competencies
DIY Engineering
Carpentry & Fabrication
Systems Architecture
Project Management
Geodesic Structures
Technical Writing
Web Technologies
Problem Solving
Professional Experience
2015 - Present
Principal Builder & Systems Architect @ Lewis Family Systems
- Designed and fabricated custom geodesic dome structures for off-grid applications.
- Developed bespoke software tooling (calculators, planners) to aid in physical construction projects.
- Authored technical documentation and comprehensive build guides for complex fabrication tasks.
- Managed end-to-end project lifecycles from concept and CAD design to final assembly.
2008 - 2015
Senior Project Lead @ BuildTech Innovations
- Led cross-functional teams in the delivery of medium-scale physical infrastructure projects.
- Implemented rigorous quality control and safety protocols for fabrication shops.
- Optimized supply chain logistics for raw material procurement, reducing costs by 15%.
Projects & Initiatives
Geodesic Dome Calculator
A robust parametric tool for calculating strut lengths and hub geometries for Class I domes.
The Open Threshold
Currently drafting a comprehensive book on building from first principles and self-reliance.