Born in Ukraine to Chilean and Cuban parents, Cristina comes from a multicultural background and brings a holistic lens to the design process.  With a strong background in multi-family residential and commercial projects, her passion for design is evident as she brings a positive and enthusiastic approach to each task. After receiving a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Universidad Central “Marta Abreu” de Las Villas, Cuba, Cristina worked as an architect in Cuba and Chile before relocating to Portland where she has immersed herself in the community and local architecture industry. Cristina enjoys traveling, exploring the outdoors, and just about anything that fosters her deep interest in culture, religion, philosophy, art, and history.