Laura Vargas

Laura is a Principal at Page, now Stantec and an architect focused on designing environments that advance science and health within higher education. With nearly two decades of experience, Laura leads the planning and design of complex teaching and research facilities for universities and academic health institutions across the country. Her work spans the life and physical sciences, as well as health sciences and veterinary medicine, supporting both teaching and advanced research missions.

Her experience includes the Texas Tech Academic Sciences Building, along with a range of projects for Texas A&M University, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the University of Houston. Known for a collaborative and data-driven process, Laura helps institutions translate strategic goals into high-performing, adaptable environments. Her expertise includes programming, lab planning, project management, and navigating the technical demands of modern higher ed facilities. By aligning stakeholders around a shared vision, Laura delivers spaces that foster innovation, enable discovery, and support the evolving needs of science and health.