PRP Now! Jenna Timmons // STUDIOS dc

Tell us about your PRP firm. Where are you working? 

I’m working at STUDIOS in Washington DC. STUDIOS is an international architecture and interior design firm with a diverse portfolio of prominent projects.

Do you enjoy the city you’re working in? Favorite aspects? 

I’ve really enjoyed being in DC. The city feels pretty expansive, yet everything feels very accessible. I love how walkable it is alongside how convenient the metro is. The local architecture is beautiful, and having free access to world-class museums and monuments on the weekends is amazing.

What is currently on your desk? What are you working on? 

Right now, my desk has material samples, a finish schedule, and an iced coffee. I’m currently working on the renovation and expansion of an existing middle school, which has been really exciting because of the historical preservation aspects, accelerated timeline, and amazing team. I’ve felt like an integral part of the team, working on recording material selections, finish plans, and collaborating with the team to make design choices.

Describe the firm culture? The office atmosphere? 

The culture at STUDIOS is open, collaborative, and energetic. The studio layout makes it super approachable to ask questions or get design feedback directly from your team. Everyone is genuinely invested in teaching, and there’s a great social vibe with design charrettes and happy hours.

What is the first thing you'll tell your classmates upon your return to UT? 

First, I’ll tell them how much I missed them! Then, I’ll tell my classmates about how much I enjoyed working with STUDIOS and how I hope to return to DC. And to anyone considering PRP, I would say to try and go somewhere new and to ask as many questions as possible.

 As you’re finishing up the week, what are your plans for this weekend? 

This weekend I will be going to the University of Maryland to tailgate and see the football game. Then on Sunday, I’m meeting up with friends and going to one of my favorite restaurants, Boqueria, which has amazing Spanish food.