Spaces tell stories—and Indigenous design carries histories, traditions, and cultural knowledge that connect generations. In this episode, Anjelica Gallegos and Nitish Suvarna explore how Indigenous design principles honor site histories, strengthen community ties, and create spaces that are not only sustainable but deeply rooted in identity. From land acknowledgment to architectural reciprocity, they discuss how Indigenous perspectives shape design, ensuring that built environments reflect the voices, needs, and ecological wisdom of the communities they serve.
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Featuring
Tully Mahoney, Storytelling Content Coordinator
With a background in Quantitative Economics, Tully brings a fresh perspective to Page's Storytelling team. She excels in simplifying complex ideas to make the architecture and engineering industry more accessible to a wider audience. As the host of Page’s Podcast, The Good Room, Tully dives into the narratives behind our built world and the minds that shape it. The podcast serves as her platform to help demystify the intricacies of design.
Anjelica S. Gallegos, Designer
Anjelica is a co-founder and Director of the Indigenous Society of Architecture, Planning and Design with work featured in Architectural Digest, ByDesign Magazine, Landscape Architecture Magazine, and Metropolis Magazine. Gallegos served as an ambassador of President Obama’s Generation Indigenous Initiative advocating for Indian and environmental priorities including at the White House Tribal Nations Summit and United State of Women Summit. Prior Anjelica served in public relations for the Jicarilla Apache Nation and the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad.
Nitish Suvarna, Associate Principal, Operations Director
Nitish has worked on diverse projects, including housing, hospitality, community, judicial, healthcare, education, and retail. He has almost two decades of experience in the architectural field in various states within the U.S. He works closely with clients developing contextual design solutions. He is adept at identifying clients’ needs and diligently works with clients and consultants to identify design options that respond to these unique requirements. He is proficient in 3D software and Building Information Modeling (BIM). He utilizes these tools to communicate with owners and contractors efficiently. Nitish has proven dedication to each project he touches and the diligence and work ethic to make responsible choices resulting in successful projects.