Patrick was born and raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Growing up immersed in its rich architectural environment, he developed an early appreciation and aptitude for design. After graduating from architecture school at the University of New Mexico, he went on to work in Albuquerque at architecture firms where he gained experience in a wide variety of project types, including hotel, restaurant, commercial design, as well as single and multi-family housing. In 1999, Patrick relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada, to pursue a Master of Architecture degree at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Patrick worked at an architectural firm in Las Vegas for 14 years and joined UNLV in 2013. Patrick is a licensed architect in the state of Nevada and is involved in University projects from concept design through construction administration.