Gretchen studied Interior Design at Chaffee College. In addition to her abilities as a designer, Gretchen is well versed in preliminary planning and land use services.

Prior to joining the CBTWO team in 2007, she worked with Garth Brandaw and Clifford Curry of Curry Brandaw Architects for more than ten years, specializing in planning and land use throughout the United States and Canada. During her time with Curry Brandaw, she worked on several award winning local projects utilizing her interior design background and experience in land use coordination. Gretchen plays an integral role in preliminary project coordination, client relations, and as a firm liaison to municipal agencies.