Ecotravel: During my recent stay at the Grand Bahia Principe Akumal property, I was most excited to be immersed in nature! To help preserve these beautiful surroundings, Bahia Principe works with environmental organization @eco.bahia. It implements sustainability strategies across its property in Quintana Roo, Mexico. This includes ecosystem protection, waste management/clean-up which we saw throughout our stay, conservation of wildlife areas, and environmental education (they host various tours). Check out some of my environmental snaps below: Photo 1: Beachfront property at Akumal Photo 2: View of lush grounds atop bird-watching tower Photo 3: Morning clean-up of sargassum Photo 4: Resort building roofs are traditional thatched roofing made from dried palm leaves or reeds. Photos 5/6: Tropical gardens as seen on Bahia Principe Coba property Photos 7/8: Wildlife is abundant on property- we saw coatis (Mexican raccoons), iguanas, and various birds throughout. #mexico #bahiaprincipe #quintanaroomexico

Riviera Maya bike rides 🌿 Architecture teaches me how to shape space while nature teaches me how to shape myself. Self reflection mode on this beautiful coastline! #mexicotravel #visitmexico #mexicoturismo #travelgram #bahiaprincipe

I recently completed a 2.5-year term as a zoning board member for my local town! I can’t stress enough the weight an architect can have serving in such a capacity. Bringing perspectives on sustainable land planning, neighborhood impact, and innovative design truly helps guide development in a more intentional, community-focused direction.

I love that I’ve been seeing more climate change exhibitions at children museums pop up over the last decade! I always hope that this will inspire solutions oriented aspirations and encourage the next generation to be eco-conscious in both their personal and professional lives. The Wild Center in Tupper Lake, NY offers one such interactive display on sustainable building materials, renewable forms of energy, carbon emissions impacts on our planet, etc. It’s great for both adults and children.