An architect by profession, Oriana has been part of the lighting design industry for over 12 years where she has had the opportunity of designing projects in Mexico and abroad, across a range of typologies and scales. She teaches at the Architectural Lighting Design Program in UNAM (National Autonomous University of Mexico) and is a member of the research group developing the Federal Regulation for Dark Skies and Light Trespass in Mexico. She is a foundational member of Tonal Taller, a social organization focused on developing social lighting projects through community participation. She holds a Masters degree in Urban Studies from University College, London.