about

My path into planning began with art and architecture. At Florida Atlantic University, I earned my Bachelor of Architecture while conducting independent research on how spatial constraints influence human movement—work that shaped my understanding of scale, behavior, and design. I continued this exploration at Cardiff University, completing a Master of Science in Sustainable Building Conservation. My dissertation compared historical and modern cities, examining how design affects comfort, identity, and the experience of being a “temporary resident.”

Since then, I’ve worked across multiple facets of the built environment: historic preservation in Savannah, architectural design as an independent contractor, cultural research, teaching abroad in France, and public‑sector planning roles in Lake County and Fort Worth. Across each chapter, I’ve carried the same throughline—an insistence on clarity, care, and a deep respect for the people who inhabit the spaces we shape.

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my story

philosophy

I’m an artist, architectural designer, and senior urban planner whose work sits at the intersection of people, place, and the quiet rhythms of everyday life. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across historic preservation, architectural design, cultural research, and public‑sector planning—experiences that have shaped how I understand cities and the people who bring them to life. Today, I serve as Senior Planner for Mixed‑Use and Urban Residential districts in Fort Worth (Texas, USA), guiding policy, zoning, and design strategies that support more connected, human‑centered urban environments.

My approach is rooted in the belief that cities are not just physical systems—they are emotional, cultural, and social landscapes shaped by memory, identity, and belonging. I’m drawn to the subtle ways people navigate space: how they move, gather, adapt, and create meaning. Whether I’m drafting ordinance language, reviewing site plans, or studying the history of a neighborhood, I begin with listening. I believe planning should be clear, empathetic, and grounded in the lived experiences of the communities it serves. Good design is not about imposing form; it’s about creating conditions where people feel seen, supported, and connected.

background

  • Senior Planner for Mixed‑Use and Urban Residential districts in Fort Worth. I lead zoning and policy initiatives, guide projects from concept to implementation, manage site plan reviews, and collaborate across departments to support clear, community‑centered urban development.

  • Artist with published interviews and exhibitions. Research background includes studies on human movement, spatial behavior, and the emotional experience of cities. My creative practice informs my approach to planning and design.

  • MSc in Sustainable Building Conservation from Cardiff University. Experience includes historic district surveys, National Register research, Section 106 compliance, cultural landscape documentation, and preservation planning in Savannah and beyond. My work focuses on how history, identity, and design shape belonging.

  • Trained as an architectural designer with a Bachelor of Architecture from Florida Atlantic University. Experience includes residential and commercial projects, drawing sets, renovations, interior design, and large‑scale proposals. My artistic background strengthens my visual communication and design clarity.