A national expert in healthcare architecture, gerontology, codes and standards guidelines for healthcare architecture, Rebecca’s depth of knowledge in the field of healing communities is motivated by her pursuit to create environments that reflect her new ideas. Rebecca plays a leadership role speaking throughout the country to healing community professionals about new architectural approaches that improve the lives of residents.

In 2008, Rebecca will take the role as president of the American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA). Her experience in working with small and rural hospitals and healthcare providers has given her a unique perspective and the opportunity to be a needed voice in the national arena.

As the esteemed co-chair of the AIA Codes and Standards Forum, she is participating in rewriting the industry guidelines for the American Institute of Architects, Facilities Guidelines Institute. Rebecca’s design work reflects the concerns of facility managers, healthcare administrators, medical practitioners and, most importantly, the experience of patients and their families.