I have expanded my role to encompass leadership within the firm while continuing to lead architectural projects with a focus on innovative and sustainable design solutions. In this dual capacity, I influence firm-wide strategic initiatives and contribute to business development, aligning project goals with broader organizational objectives.Responsibilities Include:Strategic Firm Leadership: As an Associate, I participate in high-level decision-making, helping to shape the firm's strategic direction. My role involves identifying growth opportunities, enhancing operational efficiency, and leading initiatives that reinforce our commitment to architectural excellence.Advanced Project Oversight: Leveraging my experience in architecture, I oversee the design and execution of critical projects from inception through completion, ensuring they meet our standards for technical precision and aesthetic quality.Client Engagement & Partnership Development: I maintain and deepen client relationships, ensuring their strategic and architectural visions are brought to fruition while fostering new partnerships that expand our firm’s reach and impact.Mentorship & Team Development: Committed to professional development, I mentor emerging talent within the firm, promoting a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Technical Leadership & Architectural Guidance: I am responsible for ensuring technical excellence and architectural integrity within project schedules and budgets. My role involves providing strategic direction and oversight throughout the architectural process.Collaboration & Client Relations: I collaborate closely with principals and clients, negotiating agreements and managing project schedules and budgets. My focus is on building strong client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication and project delivery.Design & Systems Integration: I play a crucial role in integrating building systems, understanding construction practices, and implementing codes. My deep knowledge of Revit, Rhino, BIM, and SketchUp, along with a strong grasp of sustainability and integrated design, enables me to lead and manage complex architectural projects.Project Management & Team Leadership: I oversee project coordination, construction documentation, and team supervision. My leadership extends to mentoring junior staff and fostering a collaborative environment, ensuring project success and adherence to quality and standards.

Strategic Leadership & Integration: Championed firm and project goals with a focus on Great Design. Led the integration of complex engineering systems, code compliance, and jurisdictional reviews into diverse projects, ensuring cohesive and innovative architectural solutions.Sustainability & Technical Expertise: Prioritized sustainability and best practices in green design. Highly proficient in Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, alongside other key production and management software, to deliver top-tier design and technical detailing.Client Relations & Team Management: Built and nurtured client relationships, establishing trust through clear communication. Oversaw project coordination, managing consultants and codes, and leading a team of architects. Mentored junior staff, fostering the firm’s knowledge base and skill set.Operational Excellence & Client Advocacy: Coordinated day-to-day construction administration activities, maintaining project progress. Developed and executed project work plans and staffing requirements, monitoring budgets and schedules. Advanced the firm's design capabilities through new technologies and maintained office BIM standards.

Design & Innovation: Spearheaded architectural design from concept to construction, emphasizing sustainable solutions and green design. Demonstrated expertise in transforming abstract ideas into tangible, functional structures.Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Revit, Rhino, Sketch-up, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Skilled in creating detailed drawings, models, and architectural visualization, ensuring precision in every project phase. Rendered detailed interior and exterior images using V-ray, Enscape, Lumion, and Twinmotion, bringing designs to life with stunning visuals.Leadership & Collaboration: Played a pivotal role in team coordination, training, and project management, ensuring effective communication and alignment with project goals. Maintained high standards in QA/QC and collaborated across disciplines for seamless project execution. Creative Problem Solving: Excelled in balancing artistic vision with practical needs. Provided innovative solutions, managed project budgets and schedules, and navigated complex building codes and zoning ordinances.

Crafting the Future: My role was centered on developing and refining architectural prototypes, merging innovation with practicality. This exciting work involved transforming visionary concepts into functional designs.Innovation Meets Functionality: From intricate scale models to advanced digital fabrication, I brought abstract concepts to tangible reality. I deployed a diverse range of techniques and materials, encompassing CNC Milling, Laser Cutting, and 3D printing.Design and Collaboration: I led the creation process from schematic design through construction administration, working closely with the design team. Our collaboration focused on establishing innovative assembly methods. My focus was on making spaces not just functional but beloved.Detailed Modeling Expertise: My skills in producing detailed 3D models and drawings were integral to our success. I meticulously outlined each component and assembly step, utilizing my expertise in Revit, Rhino, and SketchUp.Make it work -> Make it right -> Make it fast

Shaping Futures Through Design: At Defining Humanity, I utilize design as a force for change, crafting sustainable, inclusive spaces to uplift marginalized communities. I lead with strategic collaboration, ensuring our architectural solutions are both functional and empathetic.Expertise in Sustainable and Innovative Design: My expertise in sustainable design, coupled with proficiency in Revit, Rhino, BIM, 3DCP, and SketchUp, enables me to integrate advanced building systems and methodologies, aligning with our vision of empowering communities.Client Engagement & Project Excellence: As a key client contact, I manage project expectations, ensuring they meet client needs while adhering to budgets and schedules. My focus is on problem-solving, organization, and sustainable practices.

Thinking Huts, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, envisions increasing access to quality education via 3D printed schools. We combine technology with humanitarian-driven goals.

Responsibilities included: Photo editing and creation of student work publications for Design Studios; Advertising; Creating banners and graphics for student and guest exhibits

Responsibilities included: Software and hardware troubleshooting ; Graphic design and exhibition installation