About RDA
In her copious free time, Rachel runs (slowly) around Columbia, reads, and spectates her kids’ volleyball and soccer games, as well as musical and theater performances.
Rachel has made significant contributions to the architectural community in the Columbia area, as highlighted by her various memberships and leadership roles:
Member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA),
Serves on the board of Columbia AIA since 2018 and as Columbia AIA Board president in 2025.
Member of CRAN (Custom Residential Architects’ Network), Historic Columbia, and the Columbia Design League.
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Rachel believes good design comes from listening to clients’ needs and translating those into a strong plan that marries beauty, honesty of materials, and a thoughtful use of budget. She draws inspiration from research on place and from her travels in places like Europe, India, and New Zealand.
She holds an undergraduate degree in architecture from the University of Virginia and a Master’s of Architecture from the University of Texas at Austin. While working, she enjoys listening to music with strong percussion, especially Green Day or the Beastie Boys, which reminds her of learning to draft and model build in Campbell Hall, circa 1999.