I decided a long time ago that I wanted to go into the field of Architecture (and fortunately, over the years I got much better at actually spelling ‘architect’!). From my childhood days of sketching floor plans of my “dream” house, to studying architecture for both my Bachelors and Masters degrees at Clemson University, architecture has always inspired me. It’s exciting to be a part of a profession that creates and shapes our communities and history.

When I’m not working on design projects, I spend my time coaching baton twirling to individuals and teams. The girls compete and perform at various competitions and local events, and sometimes I even brush the dust off my batons and perform myself!

#twirlforever

I have had a passion and desire for architecture since I was a child.  Much of my young life was spent on artistic or creative pursuits, and during a high school drafting class, I became interested in a career in architecture.  I graduated from the Boston Architectural College with a Bachelors of Architecture.  Boston is crowded with examples of great architecture and was an incredible place to earn an architecture degree. Once I graduated, my family and I decided to move to the south, and I began working for Dickinson Architects.

Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time with my wife and children. I still enjoy being creative and stay busy with animation projects, creating watercolors, or building woodworking projects.

#bostonarchitecturalcollege

Architecture is an essential part to the narrative of our culture, acting as the stage in which we navigate through life.  From an early age, I’ve been fascinated by narratives with a passion for creativity and developing ideas to the next level.  These qualities made the field of Architecture a perfect fit for me.  My education at Savannah College of Art & Design sharpened my ability to create compositionally and provided me with the tools to design.  Working with Dickinson Architects, my approach to design has been refined and I am fortunate to add to the continuing narrative of my hometown of Augusta, Georgia.

I am the weekend warrior! Well weeknight too, always staying active probably spending an unhealthy amount of time on a tennis court.  Other hobbies include graphic design and disc golf.

#topspin #ratherplaytennis #revitguru

As a BIM Designer fresh out of college I was fortunate to have Dickinson Architects take me in as one of their own. The training and extended education I have received while at the firm has allowed me to further my career and given me a deeper understanding of architecture and the building process. Working on a project and seeing it come to life brings a deep sense of pride to what I do.  My interest includes Salsa dancing and cars. But my pride and joy are my two kids. The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today. (H. Jackson Brown, Jr.)

#PR #Danceislife #jdm

I knew years ago that Interior Design was the career I wanted to pursue. Throughout high school, I had the opportunity to take classes that sparked my interest in the design world and there was no turning back! After living small-town life in Dublin, GA I moved to Statesboro where I received by Bachelors in Interior Design from Georgia Southern University. #GATA 

Immediately after graduation, I made the jump to Augusta to start my career here at Dickinson Architects! For me, being an interior designer is the chance to make an impact. Design not only gives you a chance to impact how a space will be enjoyed, but how it will be experienced. #formfollowsfunction 

If I’m not working on design projects, you can find me building/refinishing furniture, working with flowers, or hanging out with the people I love most!

“In between goals is a thing called life, that has to be lived and enjoyed”
– Sid Caesar

Before discovering a natural ability and love for storytelling that changed my career path, I was an interior design major at Georgia Southern University (#GATA). So it seems that putting my journalism skills to work telling the story of Dickinson Architects completes a circle I began in college. In between then and now, I have spent the majority of my career working in the publishing business at newspapers and magazines, with stints doing marketing, development and public relations work at nonprofits in between. Highlights of my journalism career include interviewing Gregg Allman and two of the three founding members of one of my favorite bands, The Avett Brothers (#fourthievesgone).

When I’m not working, you can probably find me singing in the church choir, running, or herding the small zoo (two dogs, three cats) that my husband and I are left with now that our daughter has moved to Columbia to attend the University of South Carolina (#forevertothee). And if you happen to see me out on the road running, chances are I will soon discover a stray animal. Seriously: it happens at least once a year.

I am the longest tenured member of the Dickinson Architects Team, having started with the company in 1985.  During my employment of 30 plus years, I am proud to say that the firm and its management continues to improve on the technique and quality of the finished product.

My outside interests include quilting, crafting and going camping.

#waitingtoenjoyfulltime #gatekeeper