Maria Chao, AIA
LEED Accredited Professional
I have been working in architecture firms since 1999 – the first years at William McDonough + Partners, world-renowned as leaders in the sustainability movement, on projects that spanned the globe.
My current solo work builds upon the same modern necessity + vision for a ‘sustainable architecture’.
After moving to Amherst in beautiful western Massachusetts, the works completed have all been aligned with the same inspiring principles gained from WM+P. Recent residential projects in both new construction and renovation work have included net-zero homes, LEED certified homes and deep energy retrofits, all with an eye toward a clean, modern aesthetic that promotes health, comfort and beauty.
Working these last couple of decades on various residential projects has fostered many fun, collaborative relationships with a multitude of clients, general contractors, engineers and developers...and have truly been the most rewarding years of my practice in architecture.