I'm a faculty member at the University of Oregon and an Architect at PIVOT Architecture. Background in public policy, urban sustainability, and carpentry. My pursuits in architecture focus on sustainable methods of building construction, community-beneficial development, and progressive public policy that provides opportunity for innovative sustainable building solutions. My project and design focus is Affordable and Market-rate housing.Previous career in local public policy, including public safety, economic development, and urban sustainability systems; public engagement; communications; international economic development; international comparative environmental policy; socialization of American youth; consumer behavior. Previous work in a design-build firm in Portland, Oregon as a carpenter. Architectural Specialties: residential design, building construction, site planning, 3d modeling, sustainable design principles, community-focused housing development.Professional Specialties: Public engagement, project management, public affairs, policy development, negotiations, communications, primary research, written and verbal communication, and strategic analysis.Carpentry specialties: frame to finish woodwork, space design and layout, color.