Maria Chen

I’m an architect and associate at Athfield Architects, I grew up in Christchurch and graduated from Auckland University. I have over 10 years of architectural design experience, including working in Auckland, New York, and volunteering at a humanitarian architecture charity in London. My experience with Architecture + Women NZ started in 2017, where I was the liaison between NZIA Canterbury Branch and the local A+W chapter. Over the years I have moved more of my volunteering energy to A+W. I have organised meetings, events, workshops and public talks to strengthen the local A+W community in Christchurch. My goal as co-chair is to continue the fantastic work the A+W team has done with integrity to the vision. My mission is to advocate for diversity, equity, research and continue to build a resilient community.