With a desire to do something meaningful and create a positive impact, Xiaoqian is especially inspired when a client or user has a profound experience or connection with a site. A native of Lanzhou, China, she enjoys the many opportunities Chicago provides for learning and research.

When she’s not at the office, Xiaoqian enjoys exploring new places and practicing her photography skills, as well as painting and trying new restaurants. She received a Bachelors Degree from Nanjing Forestry University and a Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.