Claudia Mendelson grew up in Flossmoor, IL before moving to Pittsburgh, PA where
she attended Shady Side Academy. Claudia received a BA in Design of the Environment
from The University of Pennsylvania. Prior to receiving her Master of Architecture
Degree, Claudia worked for an architecture firm in New York City. She also was an
assistant buyer for Macy’s in New York before moving on to San Francisco where she
worked as a buyer for Pottery Barn, a division of Williams Sonoma, Inc.
Claudia received her Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania and
studied abroad in Japan as well as at the Architectural Association in London. At
Penn, Claudia received the Alpha Rho Chi Medal for leadership, willing service, and
promise of professional merit.
Claudia has worked for architecture firms in NYC, Philadelphia and Chicago, including
RMJM Hillier Philadelphia, and Booth Hansen Associates in Chicago, where she worked
on the renovation of the Palmolive building. She has worked on a variety of projects
ranging from residential to commercial to healthcare. Claudia’s experience in the
design world, both on the creative side and the business side, give her a unique
approach towards clients and their projects and expand the possibilities for
creative solutions.
Master of Architecture - University of Pennsylvania / AA London Study Abroad Program
Bachelors of Arts - Design of the Environment - University of Pennsylvania
High School - Shady Side Academy, Pittsburgh, PA
Hometowns - Flossmoor, IL and Pittsburgh, PA
Other fun facts:
In addition to her design interests including architectural design, photography and
printmaking, Claudia loves to ice skate and played ice hockey at the University of
Pennsylvania. Claudia participates in many local activities in the community including
yoga, swimming, book clubs, and spending time at her local coffee shop. Claudia mostly
loves to spend time with her husband, Josh and their daughter, Celia.