Elaine Molinar is a Partner and Managing Director at Snohetta. She began her career as a designer of the Alexandria Library in Egypt after participating in the initial conception for Snøhetta’s winning competition entry. Throughout her time with the firm, Elaine has held key positions in major cultural projects and competitions around the world including the award-winning Norwegian National Opera & Ballet. In 2005, she helped found Snøhetta’s New York office after the firm was awarded the National September 11th Memorial Museum Pavilion at the World Trade Center. Elaine currently leads the general management of Snøhetta’s US practice.