Intern Architect, AIBC

Arch. Tech., B.A.S., M.Arch.

Odessa is originally from Edmonton, but fell in love with Vancouver while earning her Master of Architecture at UBC and ultimately decided to stay on the coast. 

No stranger to Reimagine, Odessa worked in our Edmonton studio prior to finishing her education in Vancouver, and our Vancouver team was happy to have her rejoin the family!

With a Master of Architecture from UBC, a Bachelor of Architectural Studies from Carleton University, and a Diploma in Architectural Technology from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, she brings a blend of both technical knowledge and creative vision to every project she works on. 

Odessa enjoys creating joyful, distinctive spaces that engage both community and the natural environment holistically. Being of mixed ancestry and part Cree on her mother’s side, she cares deeply about fostering and co-creating inspiring Indigenous spaces, and playing an active role in reclaiming and re-establishing Indigenous voices and expression within the design field. 

She approaches design as a co-creative practice by creating meaningful spaces grounded in land-based sensitivity and community engagement. Through her work, she advocates for architecture as a powerful tool for community building, cultural resilience, and shaping a more just, inclusive, and sustainable future. 

"What I enjoy most is the complexity and figuring out how all the pieces come together and resolving the detailed conditions," she explains. "It’s that level of care and craftsmanship, making sure everything is thoughtfully designed so the build succeeds, that I find most rewarding."

Outside of her studio work, Odessa enjoys getting outside to enjoy the natural world, baking, drawing, and spending quality time with her family and friends.