As Associate Principal, Ken is committed to creating environments that support learning, community, and long-term well-being. He brings over a decade of experience delivering educational and civic projects, including higher education, with a focus on purpose-driven design. Ken excels at guiding teams through every stage of a project, ensuring clients, consultants, and internal teams stay aligned from early visioning through construction. With strong technical judgment and a comprehensive understanding of building systems, agency requirements, and constructability, he translates design intent into well-crafted, buildable solutions that meet the unique demands of campus and community environments.
Ken’s design philosophy centers on listening closely and responding to the needs of the people who will use each space. He is passionate about architecture’s role in shaping connection and the user’s experience, believing that inclusive, intuitive environments strengthen communities and foster the feeling of belonging. As a leader, Ken aims to create an environment where teams feel supported, informed, and empowered. He values transparency, steady communication, and shared ownership, ensuring everyone has what they need to deliver their best work. Building on this mission, Ken has mentored future designers through the ACE Mentor Program and has also served the next generation through volunteer involvement at his church.
