B.S., Interior Design, Minor: Architecture, Howard University
M.A., Interior Design, Marymount University

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Biography:

With over three decades of experience as an Allied Member of the ASID Washington/Metro Chapter (#37), I have honed my skills in interior design and design education. Educated locally, I hold a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Howard University (1989-1992) and a Master of Fine Arts from Marymount University (2003-2006).

My career has spanned government, corporate, and institutional sectors, working on projects such as federal sites, corporate offices, and healthcare facilities. My project experience includes office moves, space planning, site surveys, construction documentation, GSA vendor coordination, and contractor management. As an experienced AutoCAD operator, I have leveraged Autodesk software for two decades to create detailed designs and documentation. 

Dedicated to professional development, I am a LEED Green Associate and have pursued project management training. I have also volunteered with the Neighborhood Design Center in Prince George’s County, contributing to building revitalization and educational programs.

As an educator, I have taught interior design students at multiple junior colleges and universities, focusing on Autodesk software and design principles. Currently, I serve as an Assistant Professor at Morgan State University's School of Architecture and Planning in the Bachelor of Science Interior Design program. 

List of Professional Affiliation(s):

• American Society of Interior Design (ASID)
• Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC)
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) GA

List of Research Interest(s):

• Curriculum Focus
• Workplace Design and the effect of COVID-19 in building facilities & planning
• Underrepresentation African American Architects & Interior Designers in the practice
• Environmental Design and Sustainable practices, Universal Design & the Aging in work and homes

List of Classes Taught: 

• ARCH 201 - Design I (Form, Space & Order)
• INTD 302- Interior Design Studio III (Local Culture & Community Engagement)

List of Selected Publication(s):

• Thesis: Are ADA Guidelines Enforced in the Professional Design Practice: The study of Designing Workspace for the Physically Disabled & Aging , Dec 6, 2006 Marymount University. " Effective Return to the Workplace: The Re-Design of NSBE” , Sept 9,2021