Exhibition of the student’s final projects selected by studio professors
CPP Architecture Outstanding Student Award
Fall 2020
GH2 Architects D5 Prize Nomination
Fall 2022
Capstone Semester Second Place Award
Fall 2024
University of Oklahoma Telesis Journal
Fall 2024
Skills Programs
Rhinoceros 3d
Revit
Adobe Creative Suite
Illustrator
Photoshop
Lumion InDesign
Enscape
Work Experience
Gh2 Architects
712 W Sheriden Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Architectural Intern May- August 2023
Printmoz
42149 Zevo Dr, Temecula, CA 92590 2011-2021
On-Press Operations 2019-2021
Oversees the preparation of files for print and the successful operation of large format printers. Ensuring high-quality prints on various materials to meet customer satisfaction.
Logistics Coordinator 2017-2019
Facilitating shipping operations for nationwide and Canadian shipments. Includes scheduling deliveries and freights based on weight, box calculations, and pricing. Ensured the proper packing of boxes, timely arrival, and best pricing.
CNC Cutter Operator 2011-2017
About Me
I grew up in Southern California and started my architectural education at Cal Poly Pomona before transferring to the University of Oklahoma, where I completed my degree. I’ve always been drawn to the process of creating through building things, testing ideas, and solving problems through design. Architecture brings all of that together in a way that constantly challenges and motivates me.
My interest in design has grown alongside my life outside of school and work. I’m a husband and a new dad, and those roles have given me a deeper appreciation for the spaces we live in and the way design impacts everyday life. In my free time, I enjoy playing piano, spending time with my family, and excercising. Architecture is something I genuinely love doing. I’m excited by the work and am eager to keep learning and growing in the field.
Young’s Residence
Year: 2025
Type: Residential
Location: Angel Fire, NM
Located in Angel Fire, New Mexico, this home is designed for a rugged mountain climate with heavy snowfall and mild summers. Positioned on a north-sloping hillside, it’s oriented to capture distant views of Wheeler Peak, with living spaces elevated above a garage sized for a travel trailer and truck—one of the clients’ key requests. The plan follows a simple, linear organization along the north edge, maximizing views from the main living spaces. A recessed mudroom offers a transitional entry, and a second-floor study, raised above the main roofline, provides a distinct retreat. At the heart of the home is a sunken conversation pit centered on a stone fireplace. Originally intended to separate the kitchen and living areas, the fireplace instead anchors an intimate, open space defined by an elevational shift. A material change—from hardwood to stone—reinforces its role as a spatial and visual focal point. Exterior materials, including wood cladding, stone retaining walls, and a standing seam metal roof, emphasize simplicity, durability, and connection to the landscape.
Ground Floor Plan
Scale: 3/16 =1’-0”
1. Utility 2. Workshop
First Floor Plan
3/16 =1’-0”
Laundry
Guest Bath
Guest Bedroom
Kitchen & Living
Master Bedroom
Master Bath
Master Balcony
Guest Balcony
S
Elevation
Scale: 3/16” =1’-0”
Floor Plan
Second
Scale: 3/16 =1’-0”
Section A
Scale: 1/4” =1’-0”
Section B
Scale: 1/4” =1’-0”
Section C
Scale: 1/4” =1’-0”
W Elevation
Scale: 1/4” =1’-0”
E Elevation
Scale: 1/4” =1’-0”
N Elevation
Scale: 3/16” =1’-0”
Section D
Scale: 3/16” =1’-0”
N Elevation
Scale: 3/16” =1’-0”
Section D
Scale: 3/16” =1’-0”
Multi-Home
Year: 2023
Type: Multi-Family Residential
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
This project reinterprets conventional American residential architecture by subverting traditional forms, materials, and spatial norms. The design embraces unconventional geometries and expressive massing to create a balance between shared living and individual privacy. Six residential units are organized above a ground floor that houses a public dining space and lobby, unified by a manipulated gable form that introduces varied ceiling heights and complex interior volumes. Courtyards, terraces, and dormer spaces foster seclusion, while clerestory lighting and transparent walls introduce lightness and connectivity. The use of metal paneling folded over the gables contrasts with grounding brick elements, bridging past and present through a deliberate mix of permanence and transformation.
Ground Floor Plan
Scale: 1/8” =1’-0”
Floor Plan
Scale: 1/8” =1’-0”
Second
Third Floor Plan
Scale: 1/8” =1’-0”
Section D
E (Top) Section F (Bottom)
Section
Cafe at Lake Thunderbird
Year: 2022
Type: Cafe, Exhibit, Gathering Space
Location: Norman, OK
The café at Lake Thunderbird is designed to quietly integrate with the natural landscape, acting as a transitional space from road to water. Positioned within a natural clearing, the building’s form traces the existing tree line, minimizing environmental impact and creating a “canopy within the canopy.” Visitors descend from the parking lot along a ramp flanked by a water feature, entering a multipurpose exhibition space before progressing to the café, which opens to views framed by elm trees. The journey culminates at a bar and outdoor performance area that extends over the lake, offering sweeping views and sunsets. The structure incorporates sustainable strategies, including a dual-layer polycarbonate trellis roof for diffused light and seasonal shading, solar panels integrated for energy and shade, and operable windows that harness the stack effect and northern winds. Dual circulation paths allow visitors to navigate the site in multiple ways, encouraging exploration and offering varied perspectives of the landscape.
Supportive Housing
Year: 2024
Type: Supportive Housing
Location: Dallas, TX
This three-story housing complex in Dallas’s Vickery Meadows is designed for newly arrived refugees, emphasizing affordability, sustainability, and contextual harmony. One to three-bedroom units are organized around a central courtyard, with a roofline shaped to reflect neighboring buildings. The structure uses a post-and-beam mass timber system with CLT floors and a joist-girder roof, balancing strength and low embodied carbon. Units are heated and cooled via split systems, with ducts routed through suspended ceilings. Exterior walls surpass code with R-33 insulation and STC 60 ratings, using cost-effective metal framing. Rooftop solar panels reduce energy use to 24 kBTU/year, while operable louvers and underground rainwater systems further cut utility costs. The use of mass timber supports biophilic design, fostering a healthier, more connected living environment.
