Working from our Los Angeles and Riverside studios, Leigh Anne specializes exclusively in the design of higher education facilities. She has worked both nationally and internationally, earning recognition for her designs from industry groups and the American Institute of Architects. Her campus experience includes libraries, labs, classrooms, athletic facilities, performing arts, student services, student centers, and landscape improvements. Leigh Anne embraces the opportunity to mentor the next generation of architects at our firm, passing along knowledge she’s gained through her career by communicating and coordinating with project teams daily. A LEED Accredited Professional, Leigh Anne is committed to designing facilities that have the lowest environmental impact over the entire life-cycle of the project.

Christopher leads operations in our Riverside office. He works with clients in the Education, Higher Education, and Justice+Civic sectors, including the modernization of Palm Springs High School, which married seismic safety and historic preservation.

Jesse is a principal in the firm’s Riverside office where he leads project teams serving K-12 education clients across southern California. His career has been dedicated almost exclusively to educational facility design, and he credits this longevity for his deep understanding of how design truly impacts the learning experience. Jesse’s aim is to ensure that every student, teacher, staff member, and community member who walks through an educational environment leaves that space better emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually, and cognitively than when they entered.

With over 9 years of experience, Pegah has a passion for designing innovative environments that inspire and engage the community and stakeholders. She leads the design efforts in the Riverside office and is a valued member of the Educational team. With her hands-on approach, as well as her acute listening and clear communication skills, Pegah carries the client’s vision from inception to completion for an impactful and timeless design. She communicates and conveys ideas using the latest technology, including 3D renderings, virtual reality, and sketches to assure that client expectations are met.