Hi there! I'm Maria Pilarce Bey, an interdisciplinary designer and communicator focused on sustainability, waste management, and food production. I love creating meaningful experiences by integrating design, environmental awareness, and community engagement. I collaborate across art and culture projects, planning and coordinating design outcomes, with a friendly, hands-on approach and a passion for urban reform, education, and empowering communities through creative practices.…

Maria Pilarce Bey

Hi there! I'm Maria Pilarce Bey, an interdisciplinary designer and communicator focused on sustainability, waste management, and food production. I love creating meaningful experiences by integrating design, environmental awareness, and community engagement. I collaborate across art and culture projects, planning and coordinating design outcomes, with a friendly, hands-on approach and a passion for urban reform, education, and empowering communities through creative practices.…

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Hi there! I’m Maria Pilarce Bey, an interdisciplinary designer and communicator focused on sustainability, waste management, and food production. I love creating meaningful experiences by integrating design, environmental awareness, and community engagement.

I collaborate across art and culture projects, planning and coordinating design outcomes, with a friendly, hands-on approach and a passion for urban reform, education, and empowering communities through creative practices.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Italian
Beginner
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Exhibition Designer at Giardino Interno
January 1, 2024 - Present
Exhibition of 2D and 3D artworks created through paper folding from recycled public posters, designed to interact with wind and the park's natural lighting.
Exhibition Designer at Giardino Interno
January 1, 2024 - Present
Exhibition of 2D and 3D artworks created through paper folding from recycled public posters; designed to interact with wind and the park's natural lighting.
Exhibition Designer at Giardino Interno, Parco della Zucca, Bologna, Italy
January 1, 2024 - Present
Exhibition of 2D and 3D artworks created through paper folding from recycled posters, designed to interact with wind and the park’s natural lighting.
Art & Culture Project Manager at Polyhedron Transition
November 1, 2023 - Present
Designed and led hands-on workshops in integrating art, nature, and geometry for diverse audiences.
Festival Producer at Festival Regional de Berenjenas al Escabeche
December 31, 2022 - September 17, 2025
Co-produced and coordinated the festival, managing event dynamics, selection criteria, curation of awards with local products and guests, and overseeing promotion and communications.
Co-Teacher at FA DU-UBA (Cátedra Rondina, Industrial Design Level III)
December 31, 2022 - September 17, 2025
Managed the third-level design curriculum, focused on positioning the designer; coordinated guest speakers, dynamic classes, and group activities.
Co-Producer / Exhibition Designer at Micro Climate Fictions
December 31, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Co-produced show of short films created by Open Design Master students.
Co-Producer / Exhibition Designer at Growing Sensescapes, Open Design Master Exhibition
December 31, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Co-produced the Open Design Master end-of-course exhibition; coordinated venue, space layout, and created visual identity and graphic materials.
Festival Producer / Design Coordinator at Festival Regional de Berenjenas y Escabeche (Buenos Aires) / Festival Internacional de Cortos EEE
December 31, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Co-produced and coordinated festival design, art direction, event dynamics, prize curation, and guest liaison; managed local producers and promotions.
Co-Teacher at Cátedra Rondina, Industrial Design Level III at FA DU-UBA
December 31, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Co-taught industrial design courses, organized guest lectures, and facilitated dynamic classes; contributed to curriculum development.
Exhibition Producer at Humboldt Lab, Humboldt Forum
January 1, 2022 - Present
Co-produced show case of short films created by Open Design Master students.
Exhibition Designer at Growing Sensescapes
January 1, 2022 - Present
Co-produced the Open Design Master end-of-course exhibition, coordinating with the venue, designing the space layout, and creating the visual identity and graphic materials.
Exhibition Designer / Co-Curator at Growing Sensescapes
January 1, 2022 - Present
Co-produced the Open Design Master end-of-course exhibition; coordinated space layout, and created the visual identity and graphic materials.
Founder & Designer at Flor de Huerta
December 31, 2019 - September 17, 2025
Founded brand identity and product design for urban agriculture initiatives; led campaigns, composting, and home gardening solutions.
Founder and Designer at Flor de Huerta
December 31, 2019 - September 16, 2025
Developed brand identity and product design for urban agriculture initiatives; led composting campaigns, educational workshops, and garden products; coordinated cross-disciplinary projects and exhibitions.
Academic Researcher at FA DU-UBA
January 1, 2017 - Present
Participated as a speaker and moderator in national and regional conferences on academic research, with a focus on educational dynamics in project-based practices.
Arts & Crafts Instructor at Buenos Aires
December 31, 2013 - September 17, 2025
In-home ceramic and art workshops for groups of children, fostering creativity and hands-on learning in a playful environment.
Instructor / Arts & Crafts at Private studio (Homes-based workshops)
December 31, 2013 - September 17, 2025
Delivered in-home ceramic and art workshops for groups of children, fostering creativity and hands-on learning.
Instructor (Arts & Crafts) at Buenos Aires, Argentina
December 31, 2013 - September 16, 2025
In-home ceramics and art workshops for groups of children; fostered creativity and hands-on learning in a playful environment.
Urban Agriculture Teacher at Buenos Aires organizations
January 1, 2011 - Present
Designed and led public and private trainings and workshops for urban gardening and composting; implemented a tailored curriculum under a biodynamic perspective.
Urban Agriculture Teacher at Urban Agriculture Programs (Buenos Aires)
January 1, 2011 - Present
Designed and led public and private trainings and workshops for children and adults in urban gardening and composting.
Urban Agriculture Teacher at Buenos Aires, Argentina
January 1, 2011 - Present
Designed and led trainings and workshops for children and adults in urban gardening and composting; developed curricula tailored to biodynamic perspectives; implemented community programs.
Product Designer / Identity Designer at Freelance / Cooperative projects
January 1, 2010 - Present
Collaborated with art and social organizations, cooperatives, and independent artists to design branded identities that reflect missions and values.
Design Producer / Identity Designer at Freelance / Collaborations with Art & Social Organizations
January 1, 2010 - Present
Collaborated with art and social organizations, cooperatives and independent artists to design branded identities reflecting missions and values.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Art, Design, and Communication at Colegio de la Reconquista, Buenos Aires, Argentina
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004
Industrial Designer at FA D U-UBA, Buenos Aires, Argentina
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Diploma in Strategic Design for Inclusive Sustainable Technologies Development at UNQ, Buenos Aires, Argentina
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020
Open Design for Innovation Master at FADU-UBA (Buenos Aires) & Humboldt University Berlin
January 1, 2024 - September 16, 2025
Master in Open Design for Innovation at FADU-UBA & Humboldt University - Berlin
January 1, 2024 - September 17, 2025
Diploma in Strategic Design for Inclusive Sustainable Technologies Development at UNQ, Buenos Aires, Argentina
January 1, 2020 - September 17, 2025
Industrial Designer at FA D U-UBA, Buenos Aires, Argentina
January 1, 2014 - September 17, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Art, Design, and Communication at Colegio de la Reconquista, Buenos Aires, Argentina
January 1, 2004 - September 17, 2025
Open Design for Innovation Master at FADU-UBA, Buenos Aires & Humboldt University, Berlin
January 1, 2024 - September 17, 2025
Industrial Designer at FADU-UBA, Buenos Aires, Argentina
January 1, 2014 - September 17, 2025
Bachelor's degree in Art, Design, and Communication at Colegio de la Reconquista, Buenos Aires, Argentina
January 1, 2004 - September 17, 2025

Qualifications

Diploma in Strategic Design for Inclusive Sustainable Technologies Development
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020
Industrial Designer
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Bachelor's degree in Art, Design, and Communication
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004
Master in Open Design for Innovation
January 1, 2024 - September 17, 2025
Diploma in Strategic Design for Inclusive Sustainable Technologies Development
January 1, 2020 - September 17, 2025
Industrial Design
January 1, 2014 - September 17, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Art, Design, and Communication
January 1, 2004 - September 17, 2025
Award - JIN grant for teaching mobility (Young Researchers)
January 1, 2019 - September 17, 2025
Award - UBInt 2021 grant for teaching mobility
January 1, 2021 - September 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other, Manufacturing