A founding partner of Northworks, Austin is dedicated to the successful realization of a wide range of project types at the firm. He believes in a rigorous and disciplined design process that provides transparency to his clients while ensuring the creation of purposeful, efficient and lasting architecture. His current work includes a variety of custom residences across the country, including several new condominium towers in downtown Chicago. Austin is NCARB certified, a member of the American Institute of Architects and is a registered architect in Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Massachusetts, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Texas and Wyoming. Austin received his Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Trinity College in Hartford, CT and his Master of Architecture degree from the University of Washington in Seattle. Among other professional organizations, Austin currently serves on the Executive Board of Elawa Farm in Lake Forest, IL.