Maria Tasada
Director - Technical & Architectural Associate Gensler
Maria is a detail-driven Project Architect and Technical Director with global experience spanning Argentina, Ecuador, and the United States. At Gensler, she leads complex projects from concept through construction, specializing in retail, mixed-use, hospitality, and workplace design. Her work is informed by a strong architectural foundation, with master’s studies at UIC and previous contributions exhibited internationally. Maria is passionate about architecture’s societal impact and excels in coordinating multidisciplinary teams, aligning design intent with client goals, and delivering high-quality, functional spaces that enhance the user experience.
Seminars
Tuesday 14th April 2026
Panel: Collaborating Early with Clients to Maintain Quality Amid Changing Requirements
12:20 pm
- Establishing clear, visual communication tools early in the design phase to help clients understand the impact of change requests on schedule, cost and quality
- Integrating clients, architects, engineers and contractors from day one to align expectations
- Defining quality checkpoints that accommodate client driven adjustments while maintaining project momentum
