The process of architecture moves far beyond what we are taught to define as 'design'. Excellence is affected by much more than 'Form, Space and Order' or 'Point, Line and Plane'. Environmentally Critical Area Review (ECA), SEPA Review, and Design Review affect our evolving landscape. Working through these processes has opened my eyes to the wider interests affected by architecture.

My work experience centers on Seattle urban infill housing with a strong focus on creating contemporary affordable housing. In 2002, the City of Seattle recognized past work and invited me to participate in a roundtable discussion and subsequent charrette on affordable/artist housing.

This spring, I was selected to attend the AIA 2005 Grassroots Leadership and Legislative Conference. It was an opportunity to be an advocate for the profession. I worked alongside our current leadership on Capitol Hill representing the concerns of AIA membership, with a focus on an associated health plan.

If elected, I will continue to work with current leadership as an advocate for the interests of the AIA membership in affordable housing and reasonable health insurance. I am open to communication from all Architects and associates and feel very comfortable as a liaison for recent graduates, interns and emerging professionals. The AIA has an important role in our evolving landscape and I would appreciate the opportunity to represent the community of architects and associates.