Sandra, from Rotterdam, the Netherlands, is dedicated to crafting captivating spaces that evoke moments of revelation and wonder, harmonizing and uplifting with the local context. Holding Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Architecture from the Technical University of Delft (T.U. Delft), her research focused on leveraging the evolving systematic nature of ecosystems to enrich architectural design for societal advancement.
Before joining Trahan, she worked as an intern at BIG Copenhagen and as an architect at MVRDV, contributing to a wide range of residential, office, campus, urban, and cultural projects.
Sandra values composition, space, light, and honest design, appreciating design’s transformative potential. Specializing in a concept-driven, holistic approach, she emphasizes contextual design that harmonizes local ecosystems with society, stimulating critical thinking and addressing challenges while honoring the natural environment. Additionally, Sandra shares her expertise as a guest speaker and former design tutor at T.U. Delft and as a jury member for international architecture competitions.
EDUCATION
Master in Architecture, Technical University of Delft
Bachelor in Architecture and the Built Environment, Technical University of Delft
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
MVRDV, Rotterdam
BIG, Copenhagen
