University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Architecture
Bachelor of Science in Design Architectural Studies 2020-2024
University of Houston
Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design
Masters of Architecture
Architectural Studies
Expected Graduation May 2026
Gensler
Architectural Intern | Summer 2024 | Houston, TX
Assisted two studios/Collab on various projects Leverage digital tools (Revit, Rhino, Bluebeam, etc.)
Design Concet Model
Intern Peoject / Presentation
Assist with existing Revit models for construction
Assist with drawings Site visits
Graphic Designer Freelancer | 2022-2023
Create designs, logos, concepts and sample layouts Communicate with client on design Social Media graphic photoshop
Personal Trainer Online Coach - 2022-2024
Design speci c workout systems Provide clients with safe exercises Workout Guides and Meal plans
Interdisciplinary Population Health Competitor | 2025
National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMAS) Member | August 2023-2024
American Institute of Architecture Member | August 2023-2024
Mid-Term Crit DSGN 310 2023
Render Tutorial Tutor DSGN 311 2024
Mid-Term Crit DSGN 311 2024
SARA New York Design Award 2024 Honor
SARA Califronia Design Award 2024 Honor
ACSA Timber in the City Honorable Mention
Stella L. Ehrhardt Scholarship
Hines Architectural Scholarship
Huitt-Zollars Scholarship
Susan Thompson Buffet Scholar
Nebraska Achievement Scholar
Smith eld Scholar
Rhinoceros Adobe Products Revit Enscape Midjourney Climate Studio
Matthew Miller, AIA - Ass. Professor of Practice, UNL | mdbm@unl.edu | 402-472-9212
Adam Wiese - Ass. Professor of Practice, UNL | awiese6@unl.edu | 402-472-9212
Partners: Gavin Stelling, Andy Vo, Taylor Yakel
Atlas F Missile Silo
Research & Documentation
Beverely, Kansas
Fall 2023
Professor: Brian Kelly
To understand the current state of the Atlas F Missile Silo, we compared LiDAR scans with declassified construction documents to analyze the differences between the original design and how the silo was actually built. Inspired by Sara Wigglesworth’s drawing *Table Manners*, we focused on capturing detailed changes over time, guiding our study of historical documents and LiDAR images. We traced the silos in their present condition, documenting both construction flaws and signs of deterioration. These silos were originally built in the late 1950s and early 1960s during the Cold War as part of the U.S. missile defense program to deter Soviet threats. Though they were later decommissioned and abandoned, some have been repurposed for other uses.
Callouts: LiDAR scans, historical construction documents, and photos captured during site visits
Sarah Wigglesworth “Table Manners”
Annotated
Section Comparative Visual
LiDAR Scan: Entry, Blast Doors, LCC, Silo
Team A: Teia Killian, Ella Rawlings, Jenda Simonsen, Callahan Weeks
Partners: Isaac Alvarado, Dalton Sedlacek, Andy Vo
ICE SILO
Seward, Nebraska Fall 2023
SARA NY & CA Awards Honors
Professor: Brian Kelly
ICE Silo aims to repurpose an abandoned Atlas-F Missile Silo from the Cold War in Seward, Nebraska, transforming it into a facility for ice drilling and climate change research. The design process began with studying the site’s history, followed by exploration through sketches, physical models, and AI. A key feature is a retaining wall that separates public exhibition areas, private research spaces, and residences, creating a balance between work and leisure. The design reshapes the land, blending the building into the landscape. This multi-level facility offers a unique experience with exhibits, events, ice drilling areas, and insights into Cold War history.
The Coastal Nexus, located by Porretto Beach in Galveston, TX, connects infrastructure with public spaces by using the existing rockway pathway to the oceanic water. This project includes a desalination plant alongside salt therapeutic baths, therapy rooms, and freshwater pools, creating a space for relaxation and wellness while encouraging community interaction. The design emphasizes sensory engagement with concrete structures of varying wall thicknesses and sand-like finishes that blend with the coastal landscape. Minimalist design highlights the materiality and spatial experience, integrating infrastructure with interactive and therapeutic spaces. The desalination plant provides drinkable water while coexisting with public areas, forming a communal hub that reflects Galveston’s cultural and natural identity.
Exterior
Interior Hallway + Cleansing Nook
Restrooms/Lockers
Ground Floor Plan
Salt Bath Therapy
Municipal Public Pool
Desalination Control Center
Couture
Chicago, Illinois Spring 2023
Professor: Matthew Miller
This project envisions a mid-rise, mixed-use office tower in the heart of Chicago, blending work, living, and leisure in a single structure. The lower floors are designed for collaborative office spaces that foster productivity, while a mid-level outdoor space provides employees with a peaceful retreat from the city’s fast pace. The upper floors house luxury residential units, offering breathtaking views of the Chicago River and skyline. At the top, a vibrant rooftop community hub features a pool, recreational areas, and a garden, creating a lively and engaging living experience. A key feature of the design is the double glass facade, which reflects the colors of the nearby river, enhancing the building’s aesthetic appeal while also improving energy efficiency and comfort. By integrating sustainability, functionality, and striking visual design, this tower aims to become a landmark that reshapes Chicago’s urban landscape.
Outdoor “Sinch” Floor Plan
Partner: Isaac Alvarado
BUROLAND
Omaha, Nebraska
Spring 2024
Mixed-Use Office
Professor: Beau Johnson
The Mixed-Use Office Project in Omaha, Nebraska, aims to revitalize the area while blending with nature. Located near the Riverfront, it provides easy access to the river, encouraging community engagement. At its heart is an outdoor atrium for gatherings and leisure, with a central path for connectivity. The north building features community spaces like food courts, pop-up shops, and a bike shop, fostering social interaction. The south building focuses on workspaces with sustainability and amenities integrated throughout. Using eco-friendly design and technology, the project creates a healthy, productive workplace while enhancing Omaha’s Riverfront for all.
Perspective Section
Ground Level Floor Plan
Chunk
Program + CIrculation
Key Diagrams
Detailed Drawings
Entrance
Exterior
Partners: Cameron Fields, Anna Miles, Matt Pearson
Arcanum Island
Fall 2022
Toxic Research Facility
Story Telling Through Design
Professor: Nate Giselman & Adam Wiese
This project is based on the story of “Arcanum Island,” where a secret organization once conducted research but fled after an experiment went wrong. Today, scientists have returned to study a toxic substance spreading from the old research site and find a way to stop it. The design separates the research area from the living space, allowing researchers to take mental breaks while continuing their work. At the heart of the facility is the “glass box,” a greenhouse-like structure that houses laboratories in a controlled, toxin-free environment. The first floor focuses on soil sciences, while the upper level is dedicated to radioactivity and plant research. Outside the glass box, a small office space is available for collaboration and presentations, offering a clear view of the labs. A glass skywalk connects the labs and living areas, ensuring easy movement across the campus. The housing structure, linked through a large atrium, provides social spaces, private apartments, and amenities to support interaction and relaxation. This design fosters both research and community, creating a functional and engaging environment for scientists on the island.
Eidetic Collage: 1920’s
Collage: Before and After
Site Plan
The Research Lab is a specialized laboratory that studies the different aspects of plants and soil. seven grow bed systems contain plant for studying toxin effects and studying the radiation in the glass box.There are decontamination rooms that allow researchers to descend directly from their labs into the contaminated zone and then return back to their labs via the skywalk.
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Lab and Office 3rd Floor Plan
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Lab and Office 2nd Floor Plan
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Lab and Office Ground Floor Plan
Researchers taking sample from site
Science Laboratory
Researchers on grow bed testing plants and soil
Ground Floor Plan
2nd
Site Entrance
Residential Interior Open Space
Elias Melendez, Andy Vo
Renders: Sara Lee
HOMERUN
Oakland, California Spring 2024
2024 ACSA Timber in the City Honorable Mention
Professor: Michael Hamilton
The project explores how to repurpose the Oakland Coliseum to encourage community interaction through openness and density. A vertical expansion using mass timber helps transform the Coliseum into a socially, economically, and environmentally sustainable landmark. Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is chosen for its carbon benefits, natural qualities, and modularity, allowing quick and cost-effective construction. Modular residential units surround open circulation spaces, creating a shared experience similar to walking through a stadium. The field level offers community programs like food, education, markets, and museums to support affordable housing. Some areas are left open for future development, allowing residents to shape the space based on their needs. The project is designed to evolve, fostering a strong and adaptable community within the building.
Hope to Home is a campus designed to help Houston’s unhoused community by providing safe shelter and support. The project includes housing, medical care, dining, and community spaces in a large, wellplanned area. It offers different types of housing, from emergency shelter to long-term living, giving people a chance to rebuild their lives with dignity. The design focuses on safety, flexibility, and a welcoming environment, using strong and natural materials to create a lasting and comfortable space. With a focus on care and support, Hope to Home helps people move from homelessness to a stable future.
