Heather LaHood, RA

Heather LaHood, RA is an experienced architect currently working as a Project Architect at Woodhouse Tinucci Architects. With over 21 years of professional experience, she has established herself as a skilled practitioner in the field of architecture.4

Heather's educational background is diverse and comprehensive. She holds a Master of Architecture degree as well as a Master of Science in History. This unique combination of architectural expertise and historical knowledge likely informs her approach to projects, particularly those involving historic buildings or renovations.

At Woodhouse Tinucci Architects, Heather has been involved in several significant projects:

1. St. Chrysostom's Church and Day School in Chicago, where she served as the project architect for a renovation of the church and day school campus.1

2. The New Congress Theater in Chicago, a renovation and modernization project of a historic landmark theatre complex.2

3. Park District of Highland Park Maintenance Facility, where she again took on the role of project architect.5

Heather's interests in architecture are particularly focused on the intersection of new and old, exploring the potential for new construction to age gracefully over time.3 This perspective aligns well with her involvement in projects that blend historic preservation with modern design elements.

Her expertise and contributions to these projects demonstrate her ability to handle complex architectural challenges, particularly those involving the renovation and modernization of historic structures while respecting their original character and adapting them for contemporary use.