ABOUT ME

I am an interior designer living in Seattle, WA, practicing at a commercial architecture firm. I feel passionately about exploring where interior design and social justice intersect, and how I can further that agenda. I am currently planning an IIDA travel fellowship to research how interior design can help in solving homelessness, which will take me around the US and Europe during Spring 2019.

In general I love exploring new places, foods and experiences. Family & friends are extremely important to me, as are connections with new people. I am also passionate about the environment and try to practice sustainable living. I have a wonderful boyfriend who is patiently waiting for me to do this trip.

I believe that if you believe in something, there's no time like the present to take action.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

COUCH SURFING EXPERIENCE

I haven't couch surfed with anyone yet, but would love to stay with someone who can provide a local point of view & recommendations. I also really enjoy meeting new people and being exposed to new ways of living.

My travel fellowship has a limited budget so I am trying to stretch it as far as possible, having places to stay will greatly help.

Interests

INTERESTS

Cooking and experiencing diverse & delightful cuisines are an essential part of my life :)
Karaoke nights are a favorite.
As are a good night in with friends.
I'm more likely to drink sparkling water than I am alcohol these days.

• design
• interior design
• environment
• dining
• working out
• politics
• traveling
• psychology
• social justice

Music, Movies, and Books

MUSIC
Music varies depending on the mood, but I love the Hamilton soundtrack... and am a sucker for a good Taylor Swift song.

BOOKS
I just finished reading "The Devil in the White City"... what a great book! Novelistic historical non-fiction is fantastic.

MOVIES
Django Unchained is one of my favorite movies. Christoph Waltz is a phenomenal actor.

PODCASTS (!!!)
NYT The Daily
Pod Save America
NPR Up First
This American Life
Planet Money
Five Thirty Eight Politics
NYT Modern Love

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

WWOOF'd for a summer... World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms.
I thought I wanted to be an organic farmer and lived on two farms in England for six weeks in my mid 20's. It was an enlightening experience, and while I still love gardening I do not intend to become an organic farmer. LOL

Teach, Learn, Share

I passed the NCIDQ exam in 2018, National Council for Interior Design Qualification, which means I'm certified!
I also have the LEED Green Associate Certification.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am clean and organized, and happy to keep your home in pristine condition.
I love cooking but I mostly need recipes for inspiration, so happy to help in the kitchen but can't guarantee my skills.
I can tell you all about Seattle, the Pacific Northwest, and what life looks like living with Amazon in your city :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Bolivia, Ecuador, England, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Peru, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States