Shanese Brown

Shanese, a Nashville native, has always gravitated towards utilizing her creativity in various forms of art, design, and civic engagement. Her interest in architecture started as a child, crafting virtual neighborhoods in the “Sims” video game and attending youth design camps. Now Shanese focuses her passion for design, community advocacy, and equity at Anecdote Architectural Experiences (formerly known as Tuck-Hinton Architecture & Design) as a Project Coordinator. Her work embodies the delicate intersection of storytelling and community advocacy through the built environment. Shanese's noteworthy contributions have garnered recognition from esteemed bodies such as the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and Young Professionals, leading to her designation as a Nashville Emerging Leader Award (NELA) recipient. Beyond her professional commitments or serving as a Board Member for AIA Middle Tennessee—emblematic of her steadfast dedication to both personal growth and community enrichment— Shanese dedicates her time to horticulture pursuits and enjoying quality moments with her family.