Catalina Montanez

Catalina Montanez

Experiential Design Lead

Catalina leads the integration of experiential design across MP’s portfolio, weaving together branded environments, wayfinding, placemaking, and storytelling. Her work enhances how clients express their identity within the built environment; transforming spaces into immersive, memorable experiences that go beyond traditional design solutions.

Catalina brings a unique multidisciplinary background as a Designer and Project Manager, along with nearly a decade of experience in the Owner’s Project Management sector. She collaborates closely with both clients and project teams to seamlessly embed brand and narrative into the built environment. Her approach focuses on layering identity, culture, and meaning into space by creating environments that foster connection, engagement, and lasting impact. With a deep understanding of project timelines, construction processes, and client priorities, she ensures experiential design is not an afterthought, but an integral part of the design process from concept through completion,

Outside of work, Catalina enjoys creating and crafting anything by hand, exploring new places through travel, practicing hot yoga, and spending time with her family.