I am Mexican American and I enjoy splitting my time between Mexico and the US. I practiced Architecture for 10 years but I recently realized that it was not fulfilling me. Working with high profile clients has its pros and cons but at the end of the day it left me with a vast sense of emptiness. I don't plan on jettisoning the industry as Architecture will always be my first love but I’m now trying to focus on building more of a community that drives systemic change. I am a Remake Ambassador and I’m also creating content on YouTube (very tiny following but focusing on growing that this year). I am forever grateful to have found the Hermanas community and I’d love to be more involved in the future.
HOW DO YOU EMBRACE DIVERSITY AND/OR UNCONVENTIONALITY?
I travel as often as I can and always to a place I’ve never been before. It’s important to immerse myself in varying environments and celebrate humanity by learning more about different cultures. Career wise - I believe in a multi hyphen lifestyle as we are all multi layered beings and I think society can benefit from all of our facets rather than giving ourselves one specific title.
HOW DO YOU EXPRESS YOURSELF CREATIVELY?
I enjoy knitting, content creation, thrifting, dancing, pottery, hiking, architectural design and much more. Every activity gives me a different creative outlet and I enjoy the cross pollination between them all, it allows me to build upon my self expression in a comforting way.
HOW DO YOU THINK YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE TO THE COMMUNITY? WHAT DO YOU FEEL YOU ARE AN EXPERT IN AND COULD GIVE ADVICE TO THE COMMUNITY ON?
In terms of design I can aid in interior home remodels and give advice in that sector. I am learning more about sustainable fashion and climate change. Once I build up those skills and receive more education, I can share the knowledge with this community as well. :)
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