An architecture professional with a background in business, my interests lie in the development of the modern city and how design can ensure high performance growth. Particular strengths in concept design, communications, writing and research.
Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture, Chicago, IL, US, urban design architect
+ research, writing and design for multi-scale projects
+ close collaboration with sustainability team and
engineering department
+ designed in compliance with local codes
+ met regularly with clients
University if Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, US, teaching assistant
+ evaluated written work and tutored for undergraduate
architectural theory courses
+ focus on urban design and formal design
ADEPT Architects, Guangzhou, CN, architecture intern
+ assisted with documentation and presentation work
for large-scale Chinese CBD projects
+ met regularly with clients
Quinnipiac University, Hamden, CT, US, Bachelors, public relations, marketing, sociology
Awards + Recognition, Award
Fresh Meat Journal, 2015
research on urbanism published in journal
AIA Martin Roche Travel Fellowship, 2015
awarded grant for urban research project
North Lawndale Greystone Row, 2015
winning entry and project manager for design/build project
UIC Merit Tuition Waiver, 2012–2014
tuition waived for contributions to school
UIC Student Shows, 2011–2014
multiple show awards, including student choice award and portfolio finalist
GSD Intro to MArch final exhibition, 2010
work selected for show
Alpha Lamda Delta, 2005–2008
national honor society
