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Tell us about being a landscape architect.

Landscape architecture can be a broad field. It might mean designing a small residential garden or contributing to city policy, infrastructure and major public spaces. My title is landscape architect; however, my day-to-day work is supporting the system that helps those spaces function.

While at CPP, I interned with the city of Los Angeles. That internship eventually became a career and I have been working to support the city’s infrastructure and public services.

In 2023, I transitioned to the Bureau of Streets Services, known as StreetsLA. I help support the implementation of an enterprise asset management program to create a structured framework to better understand its infrastructure and operations. This includes tracking assets such as street cleaning, tree planting and sidewalk construction to better budget and manage resources.

What’s it like working for the city of Los Angeles?

Working for the city has been a meaningful experience. What first drew me in was the chance to work on projects that have a real impact on how people move through and experience their neighborhoods every day. I also live in Los Angeles, and that perspective keeps the work meaningful.

How did CPP help your career?

CPP’s “learning by doing” philosophy provided me with essential practical experience in landscape architecture. Through hands-on projects at the Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies, I installed irrigation systems and dug trenches, gaining direct understanding of how design translates to construction.

What would you like to share with ENV students today?

Never be afraid to ask questions and stay curious. Early in my career, I was quite shy, and speaking up or asking for clarification did not always come naturally. Over time, I realized that growth usually happens when you step into situations that feel a little uncomfortable.