Maya believes design excellence is rooted in the intersection of equity and sustainability and is fascinated by the power of regenerative design. Her past work includes collaborating on a variety of sustainability-focused projects across the Pacific Northwest and Midwest. This includes leading integrated transportation & land use plans that connect underserved populations to active transportation across Minnesota and Utah, designing commercial/mixed-use spaces in Oregon, high-performing homes with timber in Wisconsin, working on the design of a net-positive K-8 school pursuing Living Building Challenge certification in Chicago and helping manage the Energy Revolution exhibit at the Chicago Architecture Center. Maya is a thoughtful and diligent multi-disciplinary designer who believes open communication and compassion are foundational to the success of every project.

Maya is involved in the International Living Future Institute both nationally and locally in the Chicago Collaborative and is an active member of the Illinois Green Alliance and the Active Transportation Alliance. Outside of the studio she enjoys riding her bike, spending time with family, admiring art and nature, and mentoring young women at Girls Inc.