Designing with Heart: Get to Know Cristianne

If you’re curious about the person behind Fractal Architects, here are five things that sum up Cristianne’s approach to design—and life.

1. A lesson learned early on
   She knew she wanted to study architecture since her early teen years. And in 1996 she was commissioned to do her very first solo project while still in architecture school- a simple outdoor eating/ BBQ area for a beach house in Búzios, Brazil. Albeit small, this first project taught her a valuable lesson: good relationships = good design!
2. She truly loves her work.
   Design doesn’t feel like a job. It’s something she looks forward to every day. Outside of work, she recharges with yoga, long walks, and quality time with family and friends.
3. She’s always learning.
   Building science, passive design, energy efficiency, material durability—Cristianne is constantly exploring how to make spaces better for the people who live in them. Comfortable, healthy, and sustainable is the goal.
4. She finds joy in both focus and collaboration.
   Early-morning design time with music is her creative sweet spot. But she also loves being on-site, solving real-world problems, and working side by side with clients and builders.
5. Her values guide her work.
   Clear communication, thoughtful collaboration, and sustainable design are at the heart of everything she does. As she puts it, “We are the planet—let’s take care of each other.”

Whether you’re dreaming up your future home or planning a thoughtful renovation, Cristianne brings a collaborative spirit, deep expertise, and genuine care to every project. Have questions or want to start the conversation? Reach out any time—we’d love to hear from you!