People
Paul Benavente
Hello! Thank you for your interest in Stella Maris Architecture. I hope that after you become familiar with my work, principles, and experience, you'll see a great opportunity for collaboration!
I earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Houston in 2002, graduating cum laude. I also hold the equivalent of a Bachelor of Philosophy in ancient philosophy. During college, I spent a semester studying architecture in France and have since returned to Europe to further complement my architectural education.
My professional experience includes both residential and commercial projects, such as retail, restaurant, office, medical, hospitality, and storage facilities. I am professionally licensed to practice in Texas.
Madison Brake
Madison Brake is a writer and freelance illustrator with experience in editorial illustration, children's books, document design, and concept art. She earned her BFA in Illustration from Ringling College of Art and Design and her MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Central Florida. Most of her work focuses on the natural world and projects that bring together visual art and the written word. She can be reached at madbrakeart@gmail.com.
Madison has collaborated with Stella Maris Architecture to elaborate on architectural concepts and designs through her illustrations. Her work includes projects like "Four Causes," which was published in the prestigious national publication Palladiana, as well as pre-design services such as the programming report created for the non-profit organization Stella Maris Center.