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Hi, I’m Sydney Brown-Sauerbrei, an architectural designer with a solid foundation in environmental design from NC State. I enjoy translating complex sites and programs into clear, functional, and thoughtful architecture, with a focus on master planning, renovations, and cohesive project teams. I thrive in collaborative environments where research, rendering, and accurate documentation come together to support decision-makers and communities. Beyond design, I’m committed to mentoring and community engagement, evidenced by my NOMAS leadership roles and Habitat for Humanity involvement. I’m energized by turning ideas into compelling drawings, plans, and presentations that stakeholders can understand and rally around.…Hi, I’m Sydney Brown-Sauerbrei, an architectural designer with a solid foundation in environmental design from NC State. I enjoy translating complex sites and programs into clear, functional, and thoughtful architecture, with a focus on master planning, renovations, and cohesive project teams. I thrive in collaborative environments where research, rendering, and accurate documentation come together to support decision-makers and communities. Beyond design, I’m committed to mentoring and community engagement, evidenced by my NOMAS leadership roles and Habitat for Humanity involvement. I’m energized by turning ideas into compelling drawings, plans, and presentations that stakeholders can understand and rally around.

Sydney Brown-Sauerbrei

Architect, Designer, Interior Designer, +4

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Hi, I’m Sydney Brown-Sauerbrei, an architectural designer with a solid foundation in environmental design from NC State. I enjoy translating complex sites and programs into clear, functional, and thoughtful architecture, with a focus on master planning, renovations, and cohesive project teams. I thrive in collaborative environments where research, rendering, and accurate documentation come together to support decision-makers and communities. Beyond design, I’m committed to mentoring and community engagement, evidenced by my NOMAS leadership roles and Habitat for Humanity involvement. I’m energized by turning ideas into compelling drawings, plans, and presentations that stakeholders can understand and rally around.…Hi, I’m Sydney Brown-Sauerbrei, an architectural designer with a solid foundation in environmental design from NC State. I enjoy translating complex sites and programs into clear, functional, and thoughtful architecture, with a focus on master planning, renovations, and cohesive project teams. I thrive in collaborative environments where research, rendering, and accurate documentation come together to support decision-makers and communities. Beyond design, I’m committed to mentoring and community engagement, evidenced by my NOMAS leadership roles and Habitat for Humanity involvement. I’m energized by turning ideas into compelling drawings, plans, and presentations that stakeholders can understand and rally around.

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Hi, I’m Sydney Brown-Sauerbrei, an architectural designer with a solid foundation in environmental design from NC State. I enjoy translating complex sites and programs into clear, functional, and thoughtful architecture, with a focus on master planning, renovations, and cohesive project teams. I thrive in collaborative environments where research, rendering, and accurate documentation come together to support decision-makers and communities.

Beyond design, I’m committed to mentoring and community engagement, evidenced by my NOMAS leadership roles and Habitat for Humanity involvement. I’m energized by turning ideas into compelling drawings, plans, and presentations that stakeholders can understand and rally around.

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English

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Work Experience

Designer I at Urban Design Partners

July 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025

Developed residential and commercial projects through site design and planning for client and city approval; supported Landscape Architecture team with design input and revisions to landscape plans; proficient in transforming AutoCAD drawings into high-quality renderings.

Architectural Intern at HH Architecture

December 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022

Produced renovation renderings for North Carolina A&T State University, including the Chancellor’s Office redesign, edited plans and models to enhance design accuracy and presentation. Strengthened Revit proficiency, particularly in wall placement, modeling, and scheduling.

Job Shadowing (Architectural) at LS3P (Shadowing)

June 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016

Shadowed Meghan Bowles and gained insight into architectural practice within a collaborative team environment.

Job Shadowing (Architectural) at HH Architecture

June 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018

Shadowed Laura Keyser and colleagues; learned about the architectural profession and steps to pursue a career in the field.

Executive Assistant at Habitat for Humanity of Wake County

June 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019

Served as Executive Assistant to the CEO; managed front desk, supported homeowners, logged essential homeownership information, and provided direct assistance to the CEO during the summer before college.

Architectural Designer at Freelance / NC Zoo Carousel Renovation

June 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023

Contributed to the NC Zoo Carousel renovation through master planning, research, and graphic representation; updated Revit plans and graphics for firm marketing initiatives; assisted with the Dueling Dinosaurs exhibit at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences, supporting the project through site visits, punch lists, field documentation, meeting minutes, and RFIs.

Emerging Professional at Andre Johnson Architects

January 1, 2016 - December 1, 2018

Summer 2016 and 2018: completed private job shadowing experiences at LS3P (2016) and HH Architecture (2018), gaining insight into architectural practice within a collaborative team environment and learning the steps necessary to pursue a successful career in the field.

Office Assistant at Habitat for Humanity

January 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019

Volunteer office assistant during the senior year of high school; gained valuable insight into the homeownership process and community engagement.

Executive Assistant to CEO at Habitat for Humanity of Wake County

June 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019

Served as Executive Assistant to the CEO, managing front desk operations, supporting homeowners, logging essential homeownership information, and providing direct assistance to the CEO.

Treasurer / Secretary / President at NOMAS - National Organization of Minority Architecture Students

September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2024

NOMAS officer roles during Fall 2021 to Spring 2024, including Treasurer (Fall 2021), Secretary (Fall 2022 – Spring 2023), and President (Fall 2023 – Spring 2024).