PhilosophyMy mantra is that the time for sustainability is over. We should no longer focus on merely sustaining the world as it currently stands. Instead, we need to shift our focus towards enhancing the world around us and repairing damage done to the environment, society and our resource caches. My role within a design team focuses on the implementation and integration of emerging technologies within the design process while also facilitating an Integrated Design approach to all projects. The utilization of new technologies and methodologies allows for the enhancement of the quality of life for users, while providing a base from which nature can thrive. Additionally, the Integrated Design process fosters collaboration to maximize efficiency in production while also improving the performance of the resulting project. It is not enough to be green anymore,
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Bio
Geographically, I have lived primarily in the state of Colorado where I graduated from the University of Colorado in 2015. Having relocated to the Pacific Northwest after graduating from university I have since been focused on expanding my understanding of the climatic factors of the region while building up a network of reliable allies and resources towards achieving regenerative design goals. I believe in being an active member of the community and I am currently the Co-chair of the Woodstock Land Use and Sustainability Committee and sit on the board of the Woodstock Neighborhood Association.
My academic career has earned me a total of three degrees thus far along with four certifications and two accreditations in sustainability related certification programs (see below). On paper I am trained in both architectural and engineering technologies as well as having been trained to conduct the design process and create works of architecture. In reality my areas of expertise are much more specific than this prescription. Architecture and engineering are the conduit disciplines through which I have been able to facilitate my chosen area of study; namely the systematic reconfiguration of utility usage and methods of both production and construction focused on regenerative architecture. Additionally, I am versed in alternative infrastructure systems for generating energy in micro-grid formats to ensure resiliency and proper environmental stewardship beyond simply solar (ask me about solid oxide fuel cells). I minored in the Geography of Food and Agriculture and subsequently integrate my awareness of global resource supply chains into projects to ensure the ripple effect of every project is one of benefit and not of imposition.
In short, I focus specifically on mitigating a building's energy and water consumption. Simultaneously I contribute methods by which we can combat the negative health effects of the built environment upon occupants while lowering the embodied energy in building materials and operation methods.
It is due to this multi-disciplinary foundation of knowledge that I advocate for the implementation of living building systems (ec walls and eco roofs) and promote the efficacy and indeed necessity of an agrarian urbanistic blueprint for urban development as the global population increases. I strive to be a resource for design teams towards meeting net zero targets while also reaching for regenerative results within the surrounding ecosystems of a project.
My academic career has earned me a total of three degrees thus far along with four certifications and two accreditations in sustainability related certification programs (see below). On paper I am trained in both architectural and engineering technologies as well as having been trained to conduct the design process and create works of architecture. In reality my areas of expertise are much more specific than this prescription. Architecture and engineering are the conduit disciplines through which I have been able to facilitate my chosen area of study; namely the systematic reconfiguration of utility usage and methods of both production and construction focused on regenerative architecture. Additionally, I am versed in alternative infrastructure systems for generating energy in micro-grid formats to ensure resiliency and proper environmental stewardship beyond simply solar (ask me about solid oxide fuel cells). I minored in the Geography of Food and Agriculture and subsequently integrate my awareness of global resource supply chains into projects to ensure the ripple effect of every project is one of benefit and not of imposition.
In short, I focus specifically on mitigating a building's energy and water consumption. Simultaneously I contribute methods by which we can combat the negative health effects of the built environment upon occupants while lowering the embodied energy in building materials and operation methods.
It is due to this multi-disciplinary foundation of knowledge that I advocate for the implementation of living building systems (ec walls and eco roofs) and promote the efficacy and indeed necessity of an agrarian urbanistic blueprint for urban development as the global population increases. I strive to be a resource for design teams towards meeting net zero targets while also reaching for regenerative results within the surrounding ecosystems of a project.
Work Experience
August 2015 - March 2016 - Design Consulting
Denver, CO.
Projects included:
- Biotecture with The University of Colorado Denver
- Concept Design of Steppingstones Assisted Living Facility
June 2016 - Present - Otak Architecture
Portland, OR.
Title: Designer | Sustainability Coordinator
Duties: During my time at Otak Inc. I have assisted in the concept development, construction documentation and permitting process of numerous multifamily residential projects as well as federal work with the Department of Energy, National Park Service and Department of Fish and Wildlife. My primary role currently is as a Sustainability Coordinator assisting with documentation, communication with consultants and assisting in the design process to meet energy and efficiency goals. Additionally, I have assisted in improving our firm-wide sustainability in the areas of operations, training and specifically practice. This included eliminating waste streams within the office and collaborating with colleagues in developing resources to quickly revise programs and designs to accommodate for higher performance while also facilitating training sessions and CE courses for the design team. I have also provided a significant portion of the firm's architectural graphics and visualization services to assist in marketing, yield studies and proposal submittals.
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