Kirsten is a licensed architect with 26 years of experience, including 20 years at Weinstein A+U. A partner in the firm, she has successfully realized several civic and adaptive reuse projects, and works with numerous faith-based organizations in the Seattle area to help them define and leverage opportunities involving their existing facilities. Kirsten is also well-versed in sustainable design, providing leadership on its implementation on several projects.

Kirsten brings a gentle and good-natured persistence to her projects and is adept working with diverse stakeholders. She is quick to assess a project’s possibilities and anticipate complex entitlements processes to help clients establish priorities and goals early in the design process.

Education
Master of Architecture,
University of Washington, 1998

Certificate in Historic Preservation
University of Washington, 1998

Bachelor in Religion,
Swarthmore College, 1991

Professional Registrations
Registered Architect: WA

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

LEED Accredited Professional, Building Design
+ Construction, U.S. Green Building Council

Seattle Design Review, Board Member, 2024-Present