catherine smeykal

Catherine Smeykal is a Junior Architect at John Toates Architecture and Design who graduated from Roger Williams University with a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Architecture with a Minor in Sustainability. She studied Urban Planning in Florence, Italy at ISI at Pallazo Ruccali and specialized in Historic Preservation and City Planning in her summer internships, one of which was at the Philadelphia City Planning Commission. In addition to Catherine’s passion for architectural history, she enjoys playing lacrosse and was Assistant Women’s Varsity Lacrosse Coach at Roger Williams University while she attended. Catherine’s leadership skills have been an asset both on and off the field, and she has made a strong addition to our team.

Catherine F. Smeykal
Junior Architect

Catherine obtained her formal education in Architecture by concentrating on sustainability, urban planning, and historical preservation. Her understanding of responsible building was influenced both locally and abroad. Catherine contributes to our projects by helping prepare designs, completing construction documents, and assisting in the presentation of materials.

Education

Roger Williams University (School of Architecture, Art, and Historic Preservation), Bristol, RI, 2016
Master of Architecture

Roger Williams University (School of Architecture, Art, and Historic Preservation), Bristol, RI, 2014
Bachelor of Architecture

ISI at Pallazo Ruccali, Florence, Italy, Fall Semester 2013
Focus on Urban Planning

Professional Experience

John Toates Architecture and Design LLC, 2016 – Present

Philadelphia City Planning Commission, Philadelphia, PA, 2015
Summer Intern, Planning Division

Roger Williams University, Bristol, RI, 2014 - 2016
Assistant Women’s Varsity Lacrosse Coach

ARCHINA, 2012
Summer Intern