Barkev received his Bachelor of Architecture in 2011 from the Southern California Institute of Architecture where he was awarded consecutive scholarships for his portfolio and graduated with distinction for his academic achievements. Since then, he has contributed to meaningful, impactful, and sustainable projects with select design studios that have garnered recognition from the American Institute of Architects. Barkev is a registered architect in the State of California and has received NCARB Certification. He is a real estate professional and has earned licensure from the California Department of Real Estate. He also achieved NCIDQ Interior Designer Certification from the Council of Interior Design Qualifications. Conjointly, he has acquired Evidence-based Design Accreditation and Certification from The Center for Health Design and the acclaimed industry-recognized certification as a Project Management Professional from the Project Management Institute. Barkev has also attained a series of credentials as an accredited professional, including WELL AP from the International WELL Building Institute, SITES AP from the Green Business Certifications Inc, and LEED AP in all five specialties: Neighborhood Development, Operations + Maintenance, Interior Design + Construction, Building Design + Construction, and Homes from the U.S. Green Building Council. His diverse credentials reflect his belief that achieving excellence in project execution requires mindful consideration of sustainability, and an understanding of its impact on both our prosperity as a species and the balance between our natural environment and the built world.