Anna-Kate joined Phillips & Donovan Architects, LLC  in 2020 and has since contributed to a variety of projects that reflect her thoughtful approach to design. She is an active member of the Home Builders Association and serves as the Charitable Chair of the Professional Women in Building Committee - a council dedicated to promoting and uplifting women in the industry. She also volunteers with AIA Bucks County to help run Design Like a Girl, a summer workshop where professionals mentor young girls and inspire them to explore architectural design as a potential career. Her commitment to excellence in residential design has been recognized with two awards: the 2024 Honor Award from AIA Bucks County and the 2025 Best in PA Living Award for Best Specialty Room - Custom Construction. 

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She is a passionate designer with international experience and a deep love for all things design - from trusses to upcycling clothing and everything in between. What began as a hobby of doodling and helping friends find the perfect piece evolved into a professional pursuit when she earned a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and a minor in Studio Arts from the University of Pittsburgh. During her studies, Anna-Kate looked for opportunities to explore design at a variety of different scales. This curiosity led her to Lisbon, Portugal, where she interned at Joana Vasconcelos' studio, contributing detailed construction documents for large-scale, dream-like sculptures. Inspired by the hands-on creativity of that experience, she developed her honors thesis around the role of digital fabrication in furniture design, crafting one-of-a-kind pieces using laser cutters and CNC routers. These experiences deepened her passion for shaping unique, meaningful spaces.

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Today, Anna-Kate continues to grow as an Architectural Designer and Project Manager at our office in Bedminster, PA. She uses both two-dimensional graphics and three-dimensional modeling tools to help clients visualize their renovation, addition, or new build - ensuring they feel confident every step of the way. Having grown up on a farm riding horses, she has an innate passion for historic preservation, agricultural structures, and environmentally friendly construction methods. This foundation gives her a deep appreciation for timeless craftsmanship and sustainable design. At the same time, she brings an open, client-focused mindset to each project and is eager to explore any style that best suits her clients' vision and lifestyle. Understanding how personal and sometimes overwhelming changes to a home can be, she is committed to making the design process approachable, thoughtful, and beautifully refined. 

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