Originally from China, Haoyi enjoys traveling and exploring new places, especially on foot. He has a strong interest in how culture influences architecture, landscapes, and public spaces. He enjoys discovering what makes each city and neighborhood unique. Outside of work, Haoyi enjoys playing basketball, sketching, hiking, and spending time outdoors with his dog.

Haoyi holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a Master of Landscape Architecture from Cornell University. His background includes site design, planting design, and construction documentation.