Victoria Thompson

I am a Western New York native and have lived throughout the region, experiencing urban, suburban, and rural communities alike. Having seen firsthand what makes each setting unique has shaped the way I approach residential design and the importance of creating spaces that
truly reflect how people live.

My interest in architecture began in elementary school. Unsatisfied with my Barbie Dreamhouse, I started drawing floor plans on graph paper—unbeknownst to me at the time—and used them instead. After covering the living room floor with sketches, my parents suggested I become an architect one day. More than twenty years later, I’m proud to be fulfilling that early prediction.

I am a proud alum of the University at Buffalo, where I earned both my Bachelor of Science in Architecture, with a minor in Sociology, and my Master of Architecture. While many of my peers chose design-focused minors, I pursued sociology because I believe architecture is deeply connected to human behavior. Understanding how people move through and experience spaces continues to inform my work today and has guided my professional development as I work
toward architectural licensure.

I first connected with Haven Architecture while searching for a college internship. Learning that the firm focuses primarily on residential design immediately resonated with me—it brought me back to my elementary school self sketching out paper dollhouses. Today, I’m grateful to contribute to a team that values thoughtful, client-centered design and the creation of spaces that truly feel like home.