Catherine is a landscape designer and urban design enthusiast who has returned to her home state of Minnesota. Growing up she frequently visiting her mother’s childhood village in Germany, which sparked her passion for vibrant communities centered around a human-centric environment. The intersection between design and public engagement inspires her to give voice to different groups and finding innovative solutions. When Catherine is not designing inclusive and engaging spaces, she can be found mentoring youth, participating in organized cleanups, visiting farmers markets, and rediscovering Minnesota’s great parks.