My education both as a student and as a professional has revolved around finding a strong concept and developing it to create a coherent and beautiful place. I believe in the essential role of the initial idea and the craft to bring it to life. I am interested in new technologies and sustainability.

I left Blackbird Architects on an extended maternity leave (I have two girls ages4 and 5).  While raising my family, I became LEED AP, BD+C, kept my knowledge updated, continued the architectural license process, and worked independently on many projects.  These projects included the design, permit and construction phases for small residential projects and public speaking in support of a Culver City building development.  I was also the founder of the Culver City Community Garden Initiative.  For this effort, I rallied the Culver City Unified School District, West Los Angeles Community College, and other local humanitarian, non-profits, and business leaders to engage the City of Culver City to obtain their support and funding for the Initiative, which Is currently lead by a private organization.  Through these experiences I have discovered my abilities for leadership, persuasive public speaking, and self motivation.

I am looking forward to join a firm which is interested in producing beautiful places and values all phases of the design and all people that contribute to the making of a place.