Architecture is an extremely personal experience to the user. As designers, we must enhance that experience to not only benefit functional usefulness but also enhance the physical and emotional health of the building users. My approach to design integrates purposeful studies to back up design concepts while focusing on the user’s experience. I draw from my scientific training to conduct studies and prove design hypotheses, moving beyond aesthetics to grounded, evidence-based spatial solutions.
Academic & Professional Experience
Fall 2023
Course Creator & Instructor
Center for European Studies, University of Florida
Conceptualized and instructed "Sustainable Architecture and Design in Europe," an interdisciplinary undergraduate seminar cross-listed in Architecture, European Studies, and Interdisciplinary Studies. Awarded a course development grant.
2022 – 2024
Teaching Assistant & Lab Instructor
School of Architecture, University of Florida
Instructed the core Integrated Building Technology sequence (IBT 1, 2, & 3) and Environmental Technology I. Guided students through environmental design, structural modules, active heating/cooling systems sizing, and computer performance simulations.
Fall 2024
Graduate Teaching Assistant
School of Architecture, University of Florida
Assisted in ARC 1720: Survey of Architectural History. Managed and evaluated student writing assignments assessing the cultural and historical impact of architecture.
2024 – 2025
Lower Art Teacher & Enrichment Instructor
Oak Hall School, Gainesville, FL
Designed and managed primary education programs: "Little Architecture" translating spatial theories into tactile activities for grades 3-5, and an immersive "French Immersion" program for PK-K.
Spring 2022
Teaching Assistant
College of Design, Construction and Planning, University of Florida
Assisted in DCP 7790: Doctoral Core 1 – Philosophy of Inquiry, facilitating complex discussions on paradigms of research and epistemology for PhD students.
2021 – 2022
Director and Instructor
Créart’lab, Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
Directed growth strategy, budget, and government accreditation for a non-profit art education center. Instructed community workshops in Architecture, Interior Design, and Art Plastique.
2019 – 2021
Assistant to the Chair, Interior Design
Paris College of Art, Paris, France
Coordinated departmental administration and international recruitment. Supported curriculum development and student engagement initiatives.
2016 – 2017
Design-Build Associate
Gulf Coast Design Lab
Lead construction lead on ArchDaily awarded projects. Facilitated the transition from conceptual drawing to site-specific environmental fabrication.
2015
USDOE Solar Decathlon Fabrication Lead
NexusHaus: UT Austin / TUM Munich
Technical development and custom fabrication of advanced rainscreen systems for net-zero modular housing prototype. 4th Place Overall International Award.
2014
Woodworking Intern
Robert Galusha Design, Austin, TX
Fabrication of custom wood furniture using heavy equipment and digital tools for international clients.
2013 – 2017
ICU Volunteer
St. David's Round Rock Medical Center, TX
Supported nursing staff and patients in high-intensity critical care environment.
2014 – 2015
Patient Intake & Administrative Assistant
Northwest Pediatrics and Adolescents, TX
Managed patient coordination and clinical administrative support for healthcare providers.
2014
Social Science Research Assistant
Southwestern University, TX
Conducted literature reviews for the Mellon Foundation investigating the pedagogy of business education in liberal arts environments.
2010 – 2012
Medical Assistant
Pediatric Associates of Austin, TX
Direct clinical support for seven physicians in a fast-paced pediatric practice.
2011
Biology Laboratory Prep Staff
University of Texas at Austin
Managed laboratory logistics and preparation for undergraduate biological sciences.
2010 – 2011
Teaching Lab Assistant
University of Texas at Austin
Instructional support and laboratory preparation for structural and functional biology laboratories.
2010
Healthcare Assistant
Doug's House (Palliative Care), Austin, TX
Volunteer care provider at a nonprofit HIV/AIDS palliative care facility.
2005 – 2007
Geological Data Researcher
Subsurface Library, Austin, TX
Research assistant performing archival work for potential building sites and expansion of digital geological archives.
2004 – 2005
Environmental Data Researcher
TRS Texas
Conducted environmental research and data analysis for development and redevelopment projects.
Selected Awards & Honors
2020
Fellowship Terra Foundation for American Art
Terra Foundation Library - Paris, France
2019
Dean's List
Paris College of Art
2017
Award of Excellence in Student Collaboration
American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA)
2016
Merit Award for Excellence in Architecture
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
2015
Solar Decathlon: Engineering & Affordability Awards
U.S. Department of Energy (USDOE)
2011
Dean's List
University of Texas at Austin, School of Architecture