+EDUCATION
Bachelor of Architecture
University of Texas at Austin
Cum Laude
Design Excellence (2018,2019,2020)
Pro Forma Fundamentals Certificate ULI
TREC Qualifying Education
+WORK EXPERIENCE
DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Managed all Central Texas developments, from acquisition to lease-up
Oversaw development schedules and budgets throughout the design, pre-development, and construction phases
Arden at Kohler's Crossing - Kyle, TX
Mixed-use project in Kyle, Texas, transformed an underdeveloped area in alignment with the city's masterplan
Managed relationships with the General Contractor, conducted contract negotiations, and addressed RFIs, leveraging in-house construction expertise to maintain budget amid fluctuating construction costs
Collaborated with design and engineering consultants to select native, low-irrigation plants and preserve existing trees, enhancing the site's sustainability
Developed a tailored marketing and lease-up strategy in close partnership with property management
278-unit garden-style, family-oriented HUD project, strategically positioned near a new school in Waco’s growth path
Partnered with the acquisitions team for market research and conducted feasibility studies, identifying environmental and resource constraints
Coordinated with engineers, utility providers, and city officials to facilitate utility provision to the ETJ site
Designed community-centric housing featuring amenities like co-working spaces, green spaces, and a community garden, in collaboration with design consultants
Ensured strict adherence to HUD compliance, safeguarding the project's viability and legal standing
Additionally oversaw Arden 231, Arden at Solm’s Landing, Arden at Culebra, and Arden at Kissing Tree Projects
+SKILLS
Project Management
Architectural Design
Construction Management
Zoning and Land Use Regulations
Entitlement
Site Analysis
Market Analysis
Financial Analysis
Affordable Housing Financing
Public Policy (with a focus on affordable housing regulations)
Sustainable Design and Construction
+SOFTWARE
Excel
Argus
Adobe Suite
Testfit
Procor
Revit
AutoCAD
Rhino
DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE
Led due diligence for $100M+ multifamily projects, overseeing proformas, schedules, entitlements, and permits.
Collaborated with investors, consultants, design teams, and the City of Austin to ensure project success
Northwend - Austin, TX
Affordable transit-oriented mixed-use development located on the Project Connect Orange Line
Led Northwend's feasibility study, identified key constraints, and drove the acquisition process, including seller negotiations
Conceptualized the site plan, collaborating with finance for proforma assumptions in this in-house design-development project
Addressed regrading issues with civil engineers, optimizing site usability
Negotiated new zoning and overlays with the city, significantly enhancing site density and development potential
Additionally coordinated Burleson (PFC), East Riverside Condominiums (LITCH, Density Bonus, TOD)Projects
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER
Oversaw design teams to execute multifamily and high-end residential projects from initial concept to construction documentation
Arroweye House -Austin, TX,
The residence is located in Austin's hill country, with a minimal footprint, integrated natural elements, and a breezeway to enhance airflow and increase energy efficiency
Led client meetings, setting design briefs and guiding value engineering discussions, ensuring client needs were met
Collaborated with the Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center for wildflower preservation strategies, enhancing the site's natural landscape
Conducted energy efficiency studies and coordinated between design consultants, construction teams, and city authorities, overcoming challenging site conditions for functional and constructible design
Additionally contributed to the Cliff Drive Residence and the Bold Ruler House
ARCHITECTURAL INTERN
Part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for the design and construction of Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford
Worked closely with hospital staff and patients to understand pain points and integrated solutions into the design
+RELATED EXPERIENCE
RESEARCHER
Studied housing development in Austin over the last 50 years. I worked on evaluating demographic, transit, property value, and zoning data to map patterns that dictate housing development
Applied this analysis to understand how public policy might exacerbate or begin to alleviate the housing inequity in the city
FOUNDER AND DESIGNER
Pioneered the NOxapture tile project, leveraging photocatalysis to effectively neutralize airborne pollutants.
Engineered an innovative maximalist tile design to optimize airflow disruption, increase surface area, and enhance TiO2 exposure for superior pollutant neutralization.
Collaborating with materials scientists and engineers to develop scalable production processes and assess implementability of sustainable materials in real-world applications
+COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
DESIGN + CONSTRUCTION
Bark+ Build Design Competition 1st Place Winner
Category: Furr-niture
Collaborated with LRK architects as part of the Kalterra team to design and create the "Sub-Woofer" record player table/dog bed
The design involves a series of CNC cut boards assembled to create the profile of a dog. This assembly allows for both sitting and accommodating a pet
The project was auctioned to raise funds for the SPCA, contributing to the welfare of animals in need
DESIGN + OUTREACH VOLUNTEER
A 430-micro-home community for formerly homeless individuals on a 50-acre site outside Austin city limits, originally relocated due to concerns about real estate prices; now a flourishing community offering healthcare, sustainable food production, and community events that draw in nearby homeowners who initially opposed its presence.
Collaborated closely with local designers to contribute to the design and functionality of the micro-homes
Presented the project to my peers at the University of Texas at Austin, advocating passionately for sustainable housing solutions to support the homeless population.
BUILD VOLUNTEER
Habitat for Humanity
Central Commons Affordable Housing Project - Fremont, CA
Assisted in the construction of a vibrant community of energy-efficient condos and public spaces located near transit hubs
Holiday Blitz Build - Austin, TX
Annually participated in the Home for Holiday Blitz builds, building 2 homes in six weeks