We are pleased to announce the promotion of leaders in our Phoenix and San Francisco studios who drive cross-studio collaboration, reframe possibilities, and push our entire firm forward.

Congratulations to our newest Principals, Melissa Alexander and Brandon Kent.

Melissa Alexander, NCIDQ, IIDA, is a multi-disciplinary leader of experiential design who focuses on every touchpoint, from logo ideation to interior design. Melissa's background in architecture marries with her passion for pop culture, fashion, textiles, and the arts, to direct conversations toward the unexpected. In this spirit, she inspires colleagues and clients to think about every facet of design.

DESIGN IS “relevant to anything and everything. I aspire to contribute wild ideas, because the ability to think big is imperative for positive change.” —Melissa Alexander

Brandon Kent, AIA, LEED AP, is an esteemed designer and project manager recognized for his inclusive, thoughtful leadership. Brandon is passionate about collaborating with innovative educational thinkers on learning environments for K–12, community colleges, and especially higher education projects. He brings all voices into the conversation to work together toward stronger, more equitable design solutions.

DESIGN IS “a process, not an outcome. It’s exciting to see projects evolve based on the unique chemistry between each group of collaborators.” —Brandon Kent