BACKGROUND Currently a Junior Architect at Mitchell Studio, out of New Haven, collaborating with project managers, digitally revising markups on plans, elevations, sections, and creating presentation graphics for publications and award ceremonies. I graduated from Connecticut College with a B.A. in both Architectural Studies and Art (with a Graphic Design concentration).

PERSPECTIVE An observer by force, my journey as a designer began with a unique challenge. Growing up with a learning disability, I struggled in school throughout my elementary years. To avoid humility I was forced to observe to complete assignments. I would watch my classmates closely in hopes of understanding how they were able to do things I couldn’t; how they handled books, where their eyes were drawn, and where they focused their attention, I would even pretend to quiz my classmates on spelling and vocabulary in order to write a coherent sentence. What “lit my fire” was the fear of being wrong or different.

Today that fear has evolved. While I still observe human interactions with their environments – whether 2D, 3D, or beyond – my perspective has shifted. What once held me back, unknowingly prepared me for the world of design, fueling my creative approach and informing my designs with empathy and insight.

CONTACT Check out my CV or feel free to reach out via Email to discuss my work, I’d love to hear from you!