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Jose Holguin Arquitectura started in the year 2015 with the aim to explore the functional, morphological and material possibilities of architecture and design. The practice is dedicated to both design-built commissions and experimental research revolving areas of materials, structures, sustainability and technology. The practice views the state of contemporary building as a the symbiosis of architectural form, material, technology and environment. It is necessary to understand the historical evolution of the field in order to continue evolving it while also integrating the evolving human knowledge in the sciences.

Studio

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Members

Jose Holguin is currently the director of the practice and has held teaching positions for Universidad San Francisco de Quito, University of Melbourne and Universidad de las Americas. Jose received his M.Arch from the University of Pennsylvania School of Design and his B.Arch from the University of New Mexico School of Architecture and Planning. Jose is a registered architect in Ecuador. Prior to forming this practice, he worked at Environmental Dynamics Inc. in Albuquerque, New Mexico and Rafael Velez Calisto Arquitectos Consultores in Quito, Ecuador. Jose is LEED accredited professional with experience in thermal and energy design. Jose has specialization in algorithmic design, having taught various university courses in this field. 
 

Miguel Rueda Live is an architect who graduated from Universidad San Francisco de Quito. Throughout his professional career, he has developed extensive experience in architectural design, digital fabrication, BIM, construction, and site supervision. Miguel has been a fundamental part of this studio since its inception. During his academic journey, he was the recipient of several awards and honors.
 

Sara Aguirre is a young architect recently graduated from Universidad de Las Américas. She is an important member of the team, contributing to architectural design, rendering, diagramming, and BIM. Sara has received multiple academic awards and recognitions throughout her university career.

Past Members

Mateo Grijalva
Holbeein Velazquez
Maria Paz Enriquez
Paula Castillo
Luis Loaiza
Santiago Rodriguez

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