As a creator, designer, problem solver, and accomplished writer with over 20 years of experience, I am passionate about crafting communities with heart. Growing up visiting my dad's construction sites and walking model homes for fun, I saw firsthand how mindful details impact real people every day. This lifelong exposure fuels my drive to design soulful, purposeful spaces.At JD+A, I help articulate each project's unique vision through the infusion of our signature Red Bench ethos, as exemplified in our award-winning Livable Design™ Certified Agrihood Cannery project in Davis, CA. I seek to capture and articulate the vision, character, texture, and brand of communities through a process I developed called the SOUL Story Framework.An avid learner, I am constantly expanding my knowledge, whether exploring the beauty of old buildings, taking online courses, or staying on top of the latest productivity hacks and tech trends. I am passionate about helping make people's lives better by listening with uncommon care.I have served as a judge for various design awards, including the Gold Nugget Awards. I also serve on the executive committee of the Building Industry Association Foundation, working to create a future-ready homebuilding workforce through training, upskilling, and placement for job seekers and current homebuilding industry professionals.Let's connect and explore how we can collaborate to create communities that resonate with their target markets and stand the test of time.