Passionate designer with a creative intuition. Eternal learner with an imaginative and inquisitive mind. Interested in developing innovative solutions that contribute to a better environment for all cultures. Enjoys teamwork and sharing inspiration.
Studios Abroad through College of Architecture + Planning at Ball State University
South America – Chile, Uruguay, Argentina – May 2008
Australia – Queensland, New South Wales, Tasmania – January – April 2010
Suarez-Kuehne Architecture, San Francisco, CA, US, Designer
Collaborate with the SKA team to facilitate projects from schematics through construction including: design sketching, engaging in client meetings, site visits, assisting with material selection, managing permit drawings and drafting/modeling designs to best portray our clients' vision. Manage marketing material and assist with the graphic design of feasibility studies.
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, US, Sustainable Mobility Accessibility Research + Transformation (SMART) _ Designer
Part of the graphic design and web-design team. Designed event posters and web layout
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, US, ArcStart Teaching Assistant
Assisted coordinator of the program. In charge of leading studio and student presentation sessions, documenting work, administrational duties + teaching students
A2SO4, Indianapolis, IN, US, Intern
Worked on schematic design drawings + model for a mixed-use project with another intern from Cornell University. Met with and presented to the developer.
Ball State University, Muncie, IN, US, Professor Assistant & RA for CAP High School Architectural Workshop
Documented students work. Organizer for projects. Assisted with desk crits.
Freedom By Design, Muncie, IN, US, Student Volunteer
Helped design + build covered porch + remodel bathroom to be ADA compliant. Collaborated on problem-solving design charrettes + helped with fundraising for the project.
Kevin Gardiner + Associates, San Francisco, CA, US, Intern
Served on a task force for the development of a new strategic plan for Cass County Indiana. Digitized city plans using Illustrator. Conducted phone interviews and discussion groups with the community. Photographed city to illustrate the document
Ball State University, Muncie, IN, US, Model Fabricator for History Dept
Modeled canal boats to be used in an educational exhibit for elementary students
Gresham Smith Competition Finalist, Other
Architecture Design Competition - Finalist by judges' pick + popular vote
Cripe Courthouse Competition Finalist, Other
Architecture Design Competition - Finalist by judges' pick + popular vote
K Rob Memorial Delineation Competition, Honorable Mention
For Architectural Representation in Hand Rendering
Lilly Endowment Scholar, Scholarship
4-year Full Tuition Scholarship for Academic Merit + Leadership
