Melissa is passionate about finding thoughtful, pragmatic solutions to complex design challenges. With more than 15 years of experience, her perspective has been shaped by technical practice, travel, and a longstanding interest in how people inhabit and connect with the places around them.

Beginning her career as an architectural technologist, Melissa haws contributed to healthcare, institutional, commercial, multifamily, and mixed-use projects in Calgary and Washington, DC. Her interest in sustainable design and the nonprofit sector has further shaped an approach grounded in collaboration, technical rigour, and context. She believes well-considered places can create meaningful opportunities for people and communities to thrive.