Personal Statement

I am focused on creating architecture that communicates clearly, performs well, and has purpose. My design approach is driven by an interest in how people understand and experience buildings—how form, material, and detail shape perception and support the function of a space. I aim to contribute to the design culture of any team I work with and to strengthen the quality of the built environment at both local and broader scales.

I am particularly interested in how texture, materiality, and tectonic decisions influence the character and usability of a space. Thoughtful transitions and threshold conditions help define how people move through and interpret architecture, and I approach these elements with intention and precision.

I believe that every detail should serve a clear purpose and reinforce the larger design vision. Strong work comes from a balance of conceptual thinking, technical understanding, and clear communication with the user in mind. If a design cannot be understood or meaningfully used, it is not successful—no matter how sophisticated the concept behind it.

At the same time, I value experimentation and iteration. Exploring ideas through drawings, modeling, and study—whether or not they seem immediately practical—often leads to meaningful discoveries. This process helps me refine my thinking, broaden my design toolkit, and consistently bring stronger, more thoughtful solutions to my work.

Education

SCI-Arc
B.Arch 2022

Los Angeles Institute of Architecture and Design
Architecture Transfer Program 2016 – 2018

Experience

Intermediate Designer @ RDC-S111
August 2022 – Present

Research Assistant @ SCI-Arc
Jun 2020 – April 2022

3D Designer @ Lifeforms.io
May 2021 – Sep 2021

Design & Model Fabrication @ Multi-Family Housing Project in Somaliland
Jan 2020 – Sep 2020

Fabrication Assistant @ SCI-Arc
Jan 2019 – Feb 2019

Fabricator @ John O’Brien (artist)
Jun 2017 – Jun 2018