I grew up in the Rio Grande Valley, in Brownsville, Texas, in a multicultural household with two brothers. With a Mexican mom and a dad from Wisconsin, I had the privilege of experiencing both cultures growing up. I’m also a proud pet parent to two dogs, Layla and Bowie, and two cats, Mr. Kitty and Callie.
I earned my Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from the University of North Texas. As a kid, I dreamed of being an archaeologist so I could travel and learn about different cultures. But it was the historic 1800s buildings in downtown Brownsville that inspired me to pursue architecture, sparking a dream of restoring them to their former glory.
What I love most about my job is collaborating with talented, creative colleagues to design spaces that truly make a difference. Knowing that our work improves the daily lives of students and teachers motivates me to keep learning and growing.
Outside of work, I enjoy walking my dogs, gardening, and thrifting on weekends. My boyfriend and I also run a BBQ catering side hustle, where we smoke meats and create sides inspired by Central and South Texas BBQ—it’s a fun way to share our favorite flavors with others.
WWhat architecture or place is on your bucket list to visit?
Fallingwater by Frank Lloyd Wright
What’s one goal you want to achieve in the next 5 years?
My goal is to build lasting relationships with clients for Pfluger in the South Texas region while sharing the knowledge and experiences I’ve gained from working in North and Central Texas.
