Education
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, Master of Architecture, 2007
Ryerson University, Toronto, Bachelor of Science in Architecture, 1998
Rhode Island School of Design, European Honors Architecture Program, Rome, 1995
Affiliations
Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
USGBC Chicago Chapter
Presentations + Publications
Presentation at Pecha Kucha 5 Boston
Awards + Honors
2012 International Architecture Award, Burj Khalifa Gatehouses
2012 International Architecture Award, Solar EV Dock
2010 Arabian Property Award for Architecture, Mideast Region, Masdar Headquarters, International Property Awards
2008 Construction Week Awards, Sustainable Design Award 2008, Masdar Headquarters
2008 Middle East Architect Awards, Green Project of the Year, Masdar Headquarters, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2008 Cityscape Architectural Awards, Best Environmental Concept, Masdar Headquarters, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Jerrold & Well Loebl Fellowship Prize, IIT, 2005
Schiff Fellowship Finalist, IIT, 2005
Graduate Tuition Scholarship, IIT, 2004
Dean’s Scholarship, IIT, 2004
Downsview Park Competition (finalist with Brown & Storey)
Dundas Urban Square Competition (winning entry with Brown & Storey/Progressive architecture Citation/Canadian Architect Award), 1998
Bloor Street Viaduct Pedestrian Screen (finalist with Brown & Storey), 1998
Van Allen Ideas Competition—Revitalization of the East River
University of Toronto Erindale Student Centre Competition (third prize with Daniel Louis Cusimano Architect)
Major projects at Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture:
York University Central Square
Master plan for the Central Square, one of the primary gathering points on the York campus. Involves master plan, design, renovation and energy efficiency strategies for Central Square and surrounding buildings, including Scott Library, Ross Building, Curtis Lecture Halls and Scott Religious Center. Plan will create a vibrant hub that can be utilized year-round and set the standard for future development. Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Gardiner Expressway Redesign
Shortlisted for redesign competition; Proposed removal of current elevated Gardiner Expressway and redesign of Lake Shore Boulevard as “Smart Boulevard”. Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Imperial Tower Competition
Imperial Tower will offer the most spacious and luxurious residences in Mumbai. The 76,272 sm tower includes 132 residential units, along with serviced apartments. All of the upper-story condominiums offer views of the Arabian Sea. Mumbai, India
Beijing Franshion Development
Master planning, architectural and interior design of mixed-use development in Beijing’s Central Business District featuring residential, retail, educational and recreational facilities. Beijing, China
Solar EV Dock Canopy
Incorporates Columb Technologies charge-point system and viewed by members of the International Olympic Committee during its visit to Chicago on April 5, 2009. Built at Douglas Park, it will be relocated to Northerly Island, where it will be used daily by the City of Chicago to fuel the city’s fleet of electric/hybrid vehicles.
Masdar Headquarters Development
Positive Energy building (generating more energy than it consumes) in zero-carbon, zero-waste city outside of Abu Dhabi. Project includes office and residential space, retail, transit circulation and incorporates landscaped green space. Masdar City at Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
The Mansion
Luxury residential tower with retail podium complex and unobstructed views of Burj Dubai. Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Mansion (retail)
Retail complex connected to The Mansion. Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Park Gate
Ensemble of six mid-rise office buildings linked with canopies, enclosing a central garden space. Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Burj Dubai Gatehouses
Security gatehouses at Burj Dubai development. Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Elphinstone Mills
60-story Class A office tower and retail podium in downtown Mumbai, designed to a LEED Platinum standard. Mumbai, India
At Rounthwaite Dick and Hadley Architects:
Cornwall Aquatic & Recreation Centre
(Regional Aquatic Centre) 6 lane competition pool built to FINA standards with a 1M diving board. Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
Clarkson Community Centre
Addition to existing arena and community Centre. New double gymnasium and renovation of existing arena. Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Centre Wellington
Major expansion and rehabilitation of Community Centre including new hockey arena, new aquatic centre and expanded exercise and aerobics facilities. Centre Wellington, Ontario, Canada
Gordon Alcott Arena
New Twin pad arena addition to existing facilities. Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
Ryerson University
Job captain for design team on Continuing Education Building. Toronto, Ontario
Ryerson University
Project designer and manager for Modern Culture Multi-Media Centre/ Psychology Labs Interior Renovation. Toronto, Ontario
Ryerson University
Design team member for Eric Palin Hall a two story 77,000 sf addition to the top of an existing four story building housing five faculties. Toronto, Ontario
Ernest C. Drury School for the Deaf
Project designer and manager for extensive interior renovation project. Milton, Ontario
At Studioblackbox (SBB) with Daniel Louis Cusimano:
U of T Erindale Student Centre
Led design team for competition entry.
At Brown and Storey Architects:
Dundas Square
Public Square in the heart of downtown Toronto. Ontario
Trinity Bellwood’s Park-ST. Hilda’s Walk
Design Team for multi-use pathway system for Trinity Bellwood’s Park Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Downsview Park Competition
Design Team-Finalist for 320 acre park with recreation and cultural amenities in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
At Robbie Sane Architects:
Lakewoods Public School
Design team for public school. Oshawa, Ontario
Metropolitan Toronto Separate School Board
Elementary School Programming Study.Toronto, Ontario, Canada
St. Monica Elementary
Design development and construction documents for elementary school. Toronoto, Ontario, Canada
Lakewoods Public School
Design team for public school. Oshawa, Ontario