Influenced by an interdisciplinary background in research, communications, and architecture, Brianne is interested in the complex interplay of social, cultural, and ecological forces inherent in landscapes. She is passionate about the power of design to unearth hidden narratives and create spaces that bring us closer to our environment and to each other. 

Brianne received a Master of Landscape Architecture and Master of Architecture from the University of Virginia, where she was awarded merit scholarships from both departments. Her final year research studio project received the SARA NY Design Award of Excellence and a national SARA award in 2024. Her graduate school portfolio was shortlisted for the Landezine LILA Portfolio Award. Brianne earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Virginia, where she studied Women and Gender studies and Global Sustainability. Her undergraduate research is published in the Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities and UVA’s Jefferson Public Citizen Journal. Prior to joining MVVA in 2024, she worked on the Communications Team at MASS Design Group and held internships at Klopfer Martin Design Group, Marvel, and and externship at Reed Hilderbrand.