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Hi, I’m Lauren Oldenburg, an Architect and Interior Designer focused on cohesive design solutions that blend interiors, architecture, and branding. Based in Chicago, I lead design projects from concept through execution at Gensler, collaborating across disciplines to deliver strategic solutions for hospitality centered environments. I’m passionate about mentoring others and sharing knowledge through teaching and community engagement. In addition to client work, I teach Digital Drawing in the ACE program at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and bring hands-on experience from leading design teams and coordinating multi-disciplinary consultants. I earned a Master of Architecture from Boston Architectural College and hold a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design from Michigan State University, fueling a holistic approach to design that emphasizes both form and function.…Hi, I’m Lauren Oldenburg, an Architect and Interior Designer focused on cohesive design solutions that blend interiors, architecture, and branding. Based in Chicago, I lead design projects from concept through execution at Gensler, collaborating across disciplines to deliver strategic solutions for hospitality centered environments. I’m passionate about mentoring others and sharing knowledge through teaching and community engagement. In addition to client work, I teach Digital Drawing in the ACE program at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and bring hands-on experience from leading design teams and coordinating multi-disciplinary consultants. I earned a Master of Architecture from Boston Architectural College and hold a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design from Michigan State University, fueling a holistic approach to design that emphasizes both form and function.

Lauren Oldenburg

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Hi, I’m Lauren Oldenburg, an Architect and Interior Designer focused on cohesive design solutions that blend interiors, architecture, and branding. Based in Chicago, I lead design projects from concept through execution at Gensler, collaborating across disciplines to deliver strategic solutions for hospitality centered environments. I’m passionate about mentoring others and sharing knowledge through teaching and community engagement. In addition to client work, I teach Digital Drawing in the ACE program at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and bring hands-on experience from leading design teams and coordinating multi-disciplinary consultants. I earned a Master of Architecture from Boston Architectural College and hold a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design from Michigan State University, fueling a holistic approach to design that emphasizes both form and function.…Hi, I’m Lauren Oldenburg, an Architect and Interior Designer focused on cohesive design solutions that blend interiors, architecture, and branding. Based in Chicago, I lead design projects from concept through execution at Gensler, collaborating across disciplines to deliver strategic solutions for hospitality centered environments. I’m passionate about mentoring others and sharing knowledge through teaching and community engagement. In addition to client work, I teach Digital Drawing in the ACE program at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and bring hands-on experience from leading design teams and coordinating multi-disciplinary consultants. I earned a Master of Architecture from Boston Architectural College and hold a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design from Michigan State University, fueling a holistic approach to design that emphasizes both form and function.

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Hi, I’m Lauren Oldenburg, an Architect and Interior Designer focused on cohesive design solutions that blend interiors, architecture, and branding. Based in Chicago, I lead design projects from concept through execution at Gensler, collaborating across disciplines to deliver strategic solutions for hospitality centered environments. I’m passionate about mentoring others and sharing knowledge through teaching and community engagement.

In addition to client work, I teach Digital Drawing in the ACE program at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and bring hands-on experience from leading design teams and coordinating multi-disciplinary consultants. I earned a Master of Architecture from Boston Architectural College and hold a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design from Michigan State University, fueling a holistic approach to design that emphasizes both form and function.

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Architect & Designer - Lifestyle at Gensler

March 1, 2022 - Present

Lead design projects from concept through execution; serve as a key client contact; collaborate across interiors, architecture, and branding to ensure cohesive and strategic solutions; manage complex project timelines and oversee coordination with consultants, vendors, and contractors across multiple disciplines.

Part Time Instructor - ACE Program at School of The Art Institute of Chicago

October 1, 2024 - Present

Instructor of Digital Drawing courses for the Adult Continuing Education program; teaching AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Enscape software to a wide range of students.

Interior Designer - I, II, & III at Aria Group Architects

November 1, 2017 - March 1, 2022

Delivered schematic and design development packages for national restaurant and hospitality clients; managed finish and materials selection, code compliance, and design detailing with attention to cost and timeline; coordinated directly with outside consultants and vendors; reviewed shop drawings and construction submittals; conducted site visits for field verification and progress checks.