Kirsten Youngren
AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Associate Principal – Technical Architect
New York
An Associate Principal in SOM's New York office, Kirsten leads the Senior Technical team throughout the documentation process ensuring quality workmanship and thorough deliverables. She has expertise in schematic design, development, and construction documentation, with extensive knowledge of code and zoning. Kirsten focuses on bringing intricacy into her designs, producing spaces that are not only remarkably attractive, but also create a voice for the future. Prior to joining SOM, Kirsten was an associate project architect and project manager and worked on several academic and cultural projects in New York City.