Catherine Herbst

Catherine Herbst is a Visiting Professor affiliated with the School of Architecture at Woodbury University. She holds a Master of Architecture and Bachelor of Architecture from Montana State University. Her professional career includes founding the architectural firm Rinehart Herbst with her husband Todd Rinehart, recognized for innovative housing and urban design projects in California, Colorado, and Mexico. The firm's work has been featured in publications like the LA Times, praised for being 'smart and hyper-economical'.

• Practice Focus: Residential and commercial architecture emphasizing economic efficiency and urbanization
• Professional Roles: Licensed architect since 1995, AIA Awards juror in NM/FL/AZ
• Education: Montana State University (M.Arch & B.Arch)

Her research interests center on redefining housing design and development through collaborative architectural practices. Recent projects explore cross-border design challenges in Mexico and California, blending functionalism with sustainable principles. Catherine has contributed to architectural discourse through firm publications and academic engagements like her 2006 visiting professorship.

Recognition includes inclusion in 'MIX: Nine San Diego Architects and Designers' highlighting regional architectural innovation. She remains active in professional networks through jury service and academic collaborations.