I received my Bachelors in Design from the University of Florida in 2009 and Masters in Architecture with a Focus in Acoustics from Virginia Tech in 2011. During my studies at Virginia Tech I received a Student Initiated Research Grant and attended the Fourth Concert Hall Research Group Summer Institute in Santa Fe, New Mexico. I was also awarded the Robert Bradford Newman Medal for Merit in Architectural Acoustics for my thesis “Chamber Hall Threshold Design and Acoustic Surface Shaping with Parametric Modeling”. I have am currently employed with Edward Dugger + Associates, an architectural acoustics consulting firm in Stuart, Florida.
At Edward Dugger + Associates (ED+A) I have been able to utilize both my design and acoustic education by developing new methods of acoustic and architectural analysis using software and techniques already employed in the industry. I have gained invaluable experience in all facets of the architectural design process, connecting with architects, engineers and independent clients to deliver acoustically successful buildings, and solve undesirable noise problems, both before and after building turnover. I have designed architectural elements and building details, conducted field measurements, presented at city commission meetings, provided mechanical noise and vibration control strategies, and worked on several LEED certified projects.