Lauren is an executive level Registered Architect and Consultant with nearly 25 years of professional experience. She has built a portfolio of high-end residential, commercial and education projects and maintains a demonstrated history of teaching at colleges and universities. Her commitment to highly detailed design, critical thinking and interdisciplinary work expertise sets her apart in this field.Lauren was also elected to the Vernon Township Board of Education and served as its Vice President. In that role of public school Board leadership, her passion for education, curriculum and the design of learning environments, combined with a comprehensive understanding of facilities, operations, and policy was an asset. Lauren's current research into the social and emotional connection between people and the built environment informs her advocacy work in the public school system.Lauren's specialties include: Project management; Highly detailed residential, commercial and education projects; Coordination in the field and Construction Administration; Team leadership; Logistics and Operations in design and construction; Custom furniture design; Design and coordination with consultants and contractors domestically and overseas; International trade show experience design; Environmental branding design and interdisciplinary collaboration in this area; Design Consultant in private and educational sector with knowledge of STE(A)M, Reggio, Montessori and other teaching environments. Expert in hand drawing, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Suite, Sustainable Design, construction detailing, permit drawings, client presentations and project management. Hands-on experience in construction in wood and metal. Lauren is a strong, confident, interdisciplinary professional with a M. Arch. degree and diverse experience and background in architecture, education, craft and the arts. She also has three kids, loves to build with blocks with them, and has a great sense of humor :).