Her pedagogical interests reside in the critical readings of the relationships between space and the body. She received the SGF Prize for her Master's Project that researched this framework and remains dedicated to pursuing these ideas in her professional practice.

Throughout her career, Dawn has been recognized for her design talent and leadership abilities. She is the recent recipient of the Young Professionals Scholarship Award sponsored by the AIA and is also a LEED accredited professional. She has gained invaluable experience working on residential and commercial projects in architectural offices in the Atlanta, Georgia and Washington, DC area. Since returning to Atlanta, Dawn has started her own practice focusing on the creation of holistic environments through the integration of interior and exterior space.

An advocate for diversity, Dawn is active in local organizations within the community supporting this effort. She has been published by the AIA and NCARB on subjects relating to mentoring and diversifying the design profession.