Portland, OR

“From envisioning the big picture to designing the details, the most rewarding part is seeing your design come to life and how it becomes a piece of the larger urban fabric. The built environment has a large impact on our daily lives and it is exciting to be in a profession that shapes the way we interact with our cities.”

Cara has a holistic approach that brings together pieces of design to address project challenges and shapes the way we interact with our cities. Her work includes a range of renovation and new construction projects on several higher education campuses in the West, as well as significant cultural projects for museums and libraries. Her community service via the ACE Mentorship program and her contribution to firm culture and engagement reflect her enthusiasm for the profession. Cara holds a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from the University of California–Berkeley and earned a Master of Architecture from the University of Oregon.