Living and working throughout the U.S., I've developed a design sense that incorporates aspects pulled from diverse design cultures and aesthetics. Growing up in the Washington D.C., area, I've always been passionate about the exploration of progressive ideas/concepts. I moved across the country to attend Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where I was immersed in 'learn by doing' methodology. There I developed a deep understanding of the physical and practical nature of architecture through assignments that involved visiting active construction sites, constructing small-scale projects, and completing full mockup drawing sets/specs.

During my 4th year of study, I participated in a Los Angeles-based off-campus program, where we were immersed in the experimental design culture of LA & Sci-Arc. While involved in that program, I became very interested in the application of emerging technologies to architecture and design. I worked with programs/plugins such as Grasshopper, Firefly, even an prototype EEG headset to develop responsive 'intelligent' architectures. Continuing this line of investigation, for my undergraduate thesis I explored the concepts of mixed/augmented reality, and the potential for the 'internet of things' to be applied to architecture in a compatible and meaningful manner. For the final thesis presentation, I designed an interactive installation showcasing our studios' work, collaborating with a small Microsoft incubator firm and our university's computer science program. While I was very involved in this more technical/conceptual exploration, I concurrently participated in the 'Cal Poly Permaculture' club. Over the course of a summer, we designed and constructed landscapes that reformed existing backyards and underutilized outdoor spaces into productive and sustainable gardens. 

Following my thesis year at Cal Poly, I decided to enroll in the Masters (MSAAD) program at Columbia University to continue my academic exploration. Over the course of the year-long program, I studied under three professors, each with a different conceptual approach. The projects ranged from a study of the relationship between scent and gentrification in the Brooklyn neighborhood of DUMBO, to the creation of a hybrid community-corporate bank in Johannesburg. I also had the opportunity to work on  an installation concerning the effects of Superstorm Sandy on air quality at the Storefront for Art & Architecture.

Upon finishing my graduate study, I moved across country to Bend, Oregon, where I worked at Steele Associates Architects for a year. While at Steele, I’ve become proficient in working with various CAD programs, including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architecture, Revit, and Sketchup. I’ve been involved with several projects through the entirety of the design process, from site planning and code research to construction documentation and administration. I have strong graphic design and rendering skills, with years of experience in various rendering programs and Adobe Creative Suite. In addition, I served as social media manager at the firm, being involved in developing their social media presence and website design.