Sarah Brengarth, AI A
About Sarah Brengarth, AI A
Sarah Brengarth is a Project Manager at Gensler, specializing in workplace design and sustainability. With a career spanning over a decade, she has designed over 1.5 million square feet of commercial office space and is committed to creating adaptable solutions for hybrid work environments.
Work at Gensler
Currently, Sarah Brengarth holds the position of Project Manager at Gensler in San Jose, California. She has been in this role since 2023, focusing on creating adaptable and inclusive solutions for hybrid work environments. Additionally, she serves as the Regional Workplace Technology Practice Area Leader, a position she has held for one year. Her work at Gensler emphasizes innovative approaches to workplace design, reflecting her commitment to envisioning the future of workspaces.
Previous Experience at Gensler
Prior to her current role, Sarah Brengarth worked as a Design Director at Gensler from 2019 to 2023 in Oakland, California. In this capacity, she contributed to various design projects and initiatives, leveraging her extensive experience in workplace design. Her tenure at Gensler has been marked by a focus on diverse perspectives in design, which she believes leads to improved outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Brengarth earned her Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) from The University of Kansas, where she studied from 2006 to 2011. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in architectural principles and practices. Throughout her career, she has designed over 1.5 million square feet of commercial office space, showcasing her expertise in workplace design and project management.
Career Background
Sarah Brengarth has a diverse career in architecture and design, with experience at several firms. She began her career as an Architectural Intern at BRR Architecture in 2010. She then worked as a Project Designer at BRR Architecture from 2011 to 2012 and later at SmithGroupJJR from 2012 to 2015. She also held roles at WeWork, including Creative Manager, Senior Interior Designer, and Special Projects Design Manager, before joining Gensler.
Sustainability and Design Initiatives
Sarah Brengarth has actively engaged in discussions about climate action and sustainability within the building industry. She has explored the impact of embodied carbon and contributed to research on sustainable building materials. Additionally, she has written about strategies for heat resilient design and participated in discussions focused on the future of sustainable design, reflecting her commitment to innovative practices in architecture.