Popolow had three years of architectural experience between her bachelor's and master's schooling, 1988-1991. Architect, Olson Sundberg, Architects, Seattle, WA, 1994-1999; Architect, the Miller Hull Partnership, LLP, Seattle, WA, 2000- ; she became a firm Associate in 2005.

Adjunct faculty member teaching a design studio, University of Washington, Seattle (UW), Seattle, WA.

Member, American Institute of Architects (AIA); Member, AIA, Committee on Architecture for Education (CAE), Member, Council of Educational Facility Planners International (CEFPI); Member, Society for College and University Planning (SCUP).

B.Arch., University of Washington, Seattle (UW), Seattle, WA, 1988; she participated in the University of Washington Rome Center in 1987. M.Arch., University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, 1991-1993.