I’ve had more happy days than I can count. The moments that make them memorable are rarely extravagant; they are simple moments spent with loved ones, surrounded by intricate buildings, walkable streets, charming cafés, bustling malls, welcoming parks, and the comfort of home. I’ve come to appreciate how these surroundings touch our lives, making otherwise ordinary experiences meaningful.

What draws me to architecture is the opportunity to create those experiences for others. I experience firsthand nearly every moment how thoughtful design can flood spaces, and the people within them, with joy, awe, and comfort. Accomplishing this excites and challenges me, as I know even the smallest decisions can influence how people live and interact.

Ultimately, I want to contribute to a built environment that inspires the same happiness I’ve experienced throughout my life. To me, there is no greater reward than creating places that pack meaning into the lives of it's occupants.