Her work is distinguished by a balance of creative vision and pragmatic exploration. Prior to becoming a partner with Searl Lamaster Howe Architects in 2007, she was with Searl and Associates since 1998. She has designed and managed a wide variety of architectural and interior design projects, including residences, show rooms, schools, religious facilities, office spaces and health clubs. Prior to moving to Chicago Pam lived in Cleveland and Indianapolis where she worked on range of small and large scale projects including a mixed-use renovation in Cleveland's historic Flats District and a remodeling at Indiana's largest high school. Pam has degrees in both Architecture and Environmental Design from Ball State University College of Architecture and Planning. She has served as a visiting critic at Ball State and the University of Illinois.