Rachel’s focus is the architecture of affordable housing, with a specialty in the design of supportive and senior housing. Her passion lies in contributing to vibrant, livable neighborhoods, which form the cornerstone of social equity by offering well-designed, sustainable homes for people of all income levels. A climate activist, Rachel believes that good design is socially and environmentally just, making a lasting contribution to the built realm and the social fabric of cities.

In 2019, Rachel was elected to the Borough Council of Madison, NJ. Prior to running for office, she served on the Madison planning board. She holds a Master of Architecture from New Jersey Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Arts from Skidmore College. Rachel is the recipient of the AIA Henry Adams Medal.