Alyssa grew up in the beach town of Goleta, CA. Even before she knew what architecture was, it became apparent that she was destined for that path. As a child, she spent countless hours dreaming up designs on the Lego table her parents built. Alyssa’s interest in architecture continued to grow at California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo, where she received her Bachelor of Architecture degree. Her professional career began in Santa Barbara, where she worked for a high-end custom residential firm specializing in traditional California vernacular. With a curiosity to experience city life, Alyssa moved to San Francisco. There, she was able to diversify her career in residential, restaurant, retail, and commercial projects. With new adventures on the horizon, Alyssa relocated to Denver, where she worked for a high-density multifamily firm for four years before making the switch to CCA in 2022. Alyssa appreciates finding opportunities in projects of all scopes and budgets to create dynamic, life-enhancing relationships between natural, built, and social environments. Outside of work, Alyssa is on the soccer field, at the Pilates studio, or taking on home renovation projects with her husband. She adores her two fur babies and volunteers at a foster home to help get pets to their forever homes.