Gabriella is a native Tejana and nationally recognized architect whose work sits at the intersection of education, advocacy, and community impact. She is a Senior Associate and project manager in Perkins Eastman’s K–12 practice, partnering with school districts through strategic planning, community engagement, and the design of student-centered learning environments. With over $1.3B in designed and built work, Gabriella has led and contributed to the design of schools and civic spaces across the U.S and Mexico, championing equity, sustainability, and student success. A national thought leader in educational planning and public architecture, she brings people together to shape spaces that reflect their values and aspirations. Beyond her design work, Gabriella serves in national leadership roles with NCARB, AIA, ICC, and NOMA, advancing access to licensure, mentorship, and inclusive pathways to practice. She is also the co-founder of a scholarship supporting underrepresented students in architecture, engineering, and construction, pairing financial support with long-term mentorship. At the heart of her work is a simple belief: when communities help shape the spaces they use, those places become powerful.