Sarah McDonald
AIA
Architect, Senior Associate
Specialty
JusticeLocation
Kansas CityAn architect in the Justice studio, Sarah is always seeking insights about the effects of the built environment on the physical and mental welfare of the users since using evidence-based design as the focus of her thesis during her final year of school. Since then, Sarah has found herself using similar ideas in her work on justice projects and is passionate about using research to explore new opportunities to better the built environment.
Outside of work, her hobbies include searching for treasures at thrift stores and antique shops, visiting new businesses in the area, especially new coffee shops and drinking establishments, baking treats for the office, taking walks around her neighborhood, or playing pickleball in local parks.
Get to know Sarah
What is the best part of your job?
I love all of it. I’m still finding new learning opportunities in all aspects of the design process.
What is your favorite quote?
“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” – Dr. Seuss, The Lorax