OVERVIEW
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I’ve had the privilege of working in the architectural field for a decade, gaining valuable experience at GHG Architects PLLC, Teitsch-Kent-Fay Architects P.C., and Dwyer Architectural LLC. These opportunities gave me a chance to contribute meaningfully to real-world projects while learning from talented teams who shaped the way I approach the practice. More recently, I’ve expanded my understanding of sustainable design by earning my LEED Green Associate certification and by gaining a specialization in Healthier Materials and Sustainable Building. Both have deepened my knowledge and appreciation for the built works that can positively impact the environment and the people who use them.
My interest in architecture grew out of an early appreciation for math, science, and the arts. As I moved toward the design and building professions, I developed a deeper understanding of how the built environment shapes human experience. I’ve come to recognize that thoughtful architecture relies on a balance of artistic judgment and technical rigor to translate intention into spaces that can support environmental well-being .
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TIME LINE
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After earning my degree in architecture from SUNY Buffalo in 2010, I began my professional journey at GHG Architects, a firm focused on residential design. With limited experience but a welcoming team, I gained a broad understanding of the industry at the residential level. In 2013, I moved to central New York, taking on independent projects while developing an interest in carpentry and metalworking, where these hands-on skills have deepened my appreciation for materials and craftsmanship.
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From 2014 to 2017, while freelancing, I worked part-time at A. Weis Engineering, a civil engineering firm focused on the agricultural sector. This role introduced me to land characteristics, watershed management, and NYS DEC regulations, expanding my understanding of the built and natural environments and the effect of sensible regulation at a larger scale.
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In 2018, I joined TKF Architects in Cazenovia, NY, where I worked within a variety of markets from K-12, higher education, municipal, and residential sectors. Here, I refined my construction detailing skills in a commercial setting and became more involved in the Syracuse AEC community.
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I transitioned to Dwyer Architectural in 2021, a certified WBE firm specializing in healthcare and higher education projects. Working alongside a forward-thinking team, I was introduced to biophilic design, FGI guidelines, and strategies for creating more human-centered healthcare environments. As a senior designer, my role included team coordination, BIM research, and space planning, all within a collaborative and progressive office culture.
