Emma is a Senior Associate with over 18 years of experience across a variety of building types, including fire stations, multifamily housing, and civic projects. Her engineering background enables her to proactively optimize systems to meet both budget and design intent.

Emma's project management experience spans the full complexity of WAU's portfolio, but regardless of program, she successfully aligns teams around shared goals by building trust with diverse stakeholders, strictly adhering to budget and schedule, and delivering facilities that improve users' lives and their communities. 

Within the office, Emma mentors colleagues on WAU's collaborative culture through clear communication and relationship-building. She continues to grow as a leader via DBIA certification, participation in Leadership Tomorrow, and longtime involvement in UW’s Department of Architecture.

Education
Master of Architecture,
University of Washington, 2007

Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies,
University of Pittsburgh, 2003

Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering,
University of Pittsburgh, 2003

Professional Registrations
Registered Architect: WA

Associate Design-Build Professional, Design-Build Institute of America

Professional Engagements
Professional Advisory Council,
University of Washington Dept. of Architecture,
2009 - present

American Institute of Architects,
Women in Design Committee, Seattle Chapter, 2014 - present

American Institute of Architects,
Women’s Leadership Summit Planning Committee, 2014-2015