I have been focused on designing meaningful spaces for use and enjoyment throughout my educational and professional career. Earning my Bachelor of Science in interior design degree first taught me the importance of designing experientially, or for how and why people use space. While pursuing my Master of Architecture degree, I was able to apply this appreciation and design thinking to a larger scale with a more nuanced understanding of construction and detailing. Almost 2 years of professional work experience earned during the pursuit of my graduate degree has given me the tangible knowledge of human-centered design in the real-world.
STUDIOS Architecture, New York, NY, US, Architectural Intern
I worked for STUDIOS Architecture during 3 internships, for a total of 9 months.
During my time at STUDIOS, I worked on a variety of typologies including: commercial office, law office, branded environment, education, and storefront, core, and shell renovation.
My responsibilities included:
- production of construction documents
- review and approval of CA submittals
- issuing bulletins and sketches
- working with contractors to resolve on-site issues
- attending construction meetings
- production of SD and DD packages
- marketing testfits
- signage packages
- millwork design
- material secifications
FME Architecture + Design, San Francisco, CA, US, Architectural Intern
During my time at FME, I worked on: an adaptive reuseproject, commercial offices, a small business incubator, a gallery, and a fitness locker room.
My responsibilities included:
- production of construction documents
- review and approval of CA submittals
- issuing bulletins and sketches
- working with contractors to resolve on-site issues
- attending construction meetings
- programming studies
- millwork design
- material secifications
Grove City Town Center, Non-Profit Organization, Grove City, OH, US, Marketing Project Coordinator
Grove City Town Center is a non-profit organization focused on neighborhood revitalization. My main focus during my time with GCTC was developing and implementing marketing campaigns for the local businesses. I also worked on real estate strategy for the historic downtown and new business recruitment.
Limited Brands Inc. /Victorias Secret, Columbus, OH, US, Store Design Intern
My time with Limited Brands was my first experience with the design of a branded environment. In this case I worked on the design of several flagship Victoria's Secret stores and several smaller, standard construction locations.
My responsibilities included:
- production of construction documents
- programming and space planning
- SD and DD packages
- Furniture and Finish plans
- millwork design
- storefront design
