Location: Kansas City, MO

Client: Exact Architects - Aiden Hotels

Use: Hotel

Type: Adaptive Reuse - Interior Fit Out

Size: 44,000 sf. (4,100 m²)

Year: 2025

Collaborators: Exact Architects

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Under Construction

Location: Worldwide

Client: Buildner

Use: Residential

Type: New Construction

Size: 270 sf. (25 m²)

Year: 2024

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Ideas Competition - 1st Place Winner!

Publications:
Buildner
Archdaily 10.03.2024
Archdaily 01.28.2025

Urban Residential Pods addresses the global affordable housing crisis by repurposing vacant office buildings. Each POD aims to provide a compact yet comfortable living space for two adults, including essential amenities such as a bathroom, air conditioning, laundry station, storage, full kitchen, dining area, queen bed, and living room. The design also incorporates semi-private semi-outdoor space adjacent to each POD. A key innovation is the off-site construction system, allowing the POD components to be pre-fabricated, transported, and assembled easily within existing office buildings. This approach not only meets basic housing needs but also leverages unused urban spaces, offering a practical solution to both housing shortages and vacant commercial properties.

Location: Jupiter, FL

Client: Metro Real Estate

Use: Residential

Type: New Construction

Size: 3,600 sf. (335 m²)

Year: 2024

Status: Completed

Location: Aguada, PR

Client: Metro Real Estate

Use: Residential

Type: Interior Fit Out

Size: 90,000 sf. (8,360 m²)

Year: 2024

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: On The Boards

Location: Skútustaðir, Iceland

Client: Buildner

Use: Commercial

Type: New Construction

Size: 8,930 sf. (830 m²)

Year: 2023

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Unrealized Competition

The Sel-Hotel Myvatn’s new Sel Hotel's Öl Brewery & Spa takes inspiration from its unique and awe-inspiring surroundings. The design seeks to emulate how volcanic geological and geothermal processes have and continue to shape the landscape.

The building partially digs itself in the ground to lay its most private and foundational space, The Spa. This wellness centric zone has 3 Beer Spa tubs, a Relaxation Lounge, Massage Room, Outdoor Thermal Pool and an Outdoor Central Hearth. The Spa tubs and lounge are laid out along the facade to glimpse a view of the surrounding landscape.

Using the Central Hearth as a metaphor to volcanic forces, the building takes cues from the surrounding craters and pushes the additional spaces upwards from the ground. This makes the fire in the central hearth a core element in the distribution of the spaces as well as the main framework for vertical circulation.

As the building pushes upwards, the next space to be laid out is the semi-private Brewery. Located half a floor up from the Spa, the Brewery is designed to be a functional manufacturing space but is also designed to allow visitors to engage and understand the process of crafting beer.

Progressing further up from the underground into the ground level, more public spaces begin to take shape. The Main Entrance Lobby, the Gift Shop, and the Beer Tasting area are laid out around the lightwell that encases the outdoor hearth. These spaces with large glazed facades open themselves to the stunning landscapes that surround the building.

Lastly, the most public space, the Café, gets pushed the furthest above the ground. The gesture is intended to enhance the experience of having complete visual connection with the landscape from a higher point of view, all while being able to enjoy a beverage or a meal.

The Café is also directly connected to terraces that allow visitors to sit outside during the summer months and enjoy direct access to the outside. The café terraces are also connected to a series of ramps that allow visitors to experience the roof of the building in a similar way to the craters of the area, from ground to higher ground and even underground.

With the intention of making the project as eco-friendly and sustainable as possible, the building is designed to use geothermal resources for its heating and cooling needs. During the summer months absorption chillers driven by geothermal heat are used to provide cooling in all indoor spaces, offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional air conditioning. In contrast, during the winter months geothermal heat pumps (GHP) are used to circulate water that is heated by underground geothermal sources providing adequate heating to all indoor spaces. In addition, the Spa’s outdoor thermal pool utilizes direct water from underground hot springs reducing the need for additional heating energy. These tactics mentioned above combined with several insulating strategies such as using locally sourced sheep wool to insulate walls and ceiling assemblies, native turf and moss green roofs to insulate roofing systems and Triple Pane Low-E coated glazing systems in the facades, decrease the need for energy and reduce the building’s impact on the environment.

Location: Miami Beach, FL

Client: Reynolds Hartmann Family

Use: Residential

Type: Expansion

Size: 2,400 sf. (223 m²)

Year: 2023

Collaborators: Modiste Architects

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Under construction

Nestled within a quaint neighborhood, a 1950s single-family house underwent a transformative renovation, expanding its footprint from 1,370 to 2,400 square feet. The proposed redesign aims to infuse the dwelling with modern comforts while retaining its timeless charm.

Central to the renovation is the reallocation of space, with the southern area of the house undergoing a substantial transformation. Here, two additional bedrooms are introduced, a new master bedroom and an additional secondary bedroom. The main bedroom is relocated to the west side, granting direct access to the pool area for moments of tranquil relaxation.

A highlight of the renovation is the reimagination of the main bathroom, now boasting a double sink, separate toilet room, and a spacious shower area. This reconfiguration enhances both functionality and elegance, elevating the bathroom into a luxurious retreat.

Expanding eastwards, the house accommodates the additional secondary bedroom and a larger living room, catering to the evolving needs of modern living. Meanwhile, a new interior design concept introduces warm tones and sophisticated finishes, enveloping the space in a welcoming ambiance.

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL

Client: Confidential

Use: Residential - Amenities

Type: Interior Fit Out

Size: 9,900 sf. (920 m²)

Year: 2023

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Unrealized

The proposed design for the amenities of a rental building focused on updating the finishes, lighting, and furnishings to create a welcoming atmosphere that leaves a lasting impression on residents and visitors alike.

Upon entering the lobby, residents are greeted by a sense of grandeur, with a spacious layout that invites exploration and discovery. High ceilings and expansive windows flood the area with natural light, creating a bright and airy ambiance that enhances the overall sense of openness and connectivity.

The space design seamelessly blends modern elegance and timeless sophistication with clean lines and minimalist decor to exude a sense of understated luxury.

A key component is the relocation of the mailboxes to a more secluded area, giving the space the opportunity to expand and reach natural light in multiple sides.

The renovated lobby also boasts practical amenities designed to enhance the resident experience. A dedicated concierge desk provides personalized service and assistance, a new bar that seeks to promote social encounters, while comfortable seating areas offer residents a place to relax and unwind after a long day.

Location: Miami, FL

Client: Confidential

Use: Residential - Amenities

Type: Interior Fit Out

Size: 5,800 sf. (540 m²)

Year: 2023

Status: Completed

The renovation of the public amenities, of a rental building in Miami focuses on enhancing the living experience for its residents. The ground floor lobby has been rejuvenated with carefully selected new finishes and furniture, creating an inviting atmosphere that sets the tone for the entire building.

However, the focal point of the renovation project was the pool level, where the majority of the enhancements took place. The existing clubroom and game room have been repurposed into a modern management office and bookable coworking spaces, reflecting the changing needs of urban dwellers. This transformation provides residents with dedicated areas to work remotely or collaborate with peers in a professional environment.

At the pool level, the old management offices have been reimagined into a vibrant public lounge, seamelessly integrating with the pool area. Residents can now enjoy leisurely moments by the water’s edge, surrounded by chic furnishings and lush greenery.

Moreover, the renovation included a complete overhaul and expansion of the package room, streamlining the process for incoming packages and their delivery to tenants. This upgraded facility ensures efficiency and convenience, catering to the busy lifestyles of modern city dwellers.

Location: Miami, FL

Client: Arch Out Loud

Use: Residential

Type: New Construction - Modular

Size: 97,000 sf. (9,012 m²)

Year: 2022

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Unrealized Competition

Over the past century, Miami’s relentless expansion has eroded the natural resilience of its waterways. The disappearance of mangroves, seagrass, and wildlife has stripped Biscayne Bay of its protective ecological skin, once a living barrier against storm surges and rising seas.

Simultaneously, the cost of land has rendered affordable housing nearly impossible within city limits. As the ground recedes beneath economic and environmental pressures, the bay’s surface emerges as a new frontier. What if the water itself could host resilient, inclusive communities while restoring the ecosystems that once protected the coast?

The proposal envisions a network of floating residential islands anchored between Legion Park and Legion Picnic Island, reconnecting two vital civic spaces through a continuous ecological and social landscape.

Three integrated strategies define the intervention:

1. Floating Foundations:

Modular islands constructed from buoyant HDPE platforms, tethered by telescopic piles that rise and fall with the tide. These provide stability, resilience, and the infrastructural link to the mainland’s utilities. The system allows organic growth, an archipelago that can expand incrementally.

2. Modular Architecture:

Precast lightweight concrete modules form vertical clusters of housing, varying from studios to three bedroom units. The assembly is flexible, allowing density to adapt over time, creating a living architecture responsive to social and environmental needs.

3. Ecological Regeneration:

Site and Island perimeters are lined with Cemex “Rhizolith” modules, acting as mangrove incubators and marine habitats. These elements not only nurture biodiversity but buffer communities from tropical storms and wave action, transforming the development into an active participant in coastal restoration.

Each circular residential complex integrates communal courtyards and roof gardens. Roofs collect rainwater and host adaptive solar arrays, while courtyards serve as social and climatic lungs; spaces for gathering, reflection, and protection.

Supporting pavilions provide access to essential services: convenience stores, drugstores, and co-working spaces, all designed to sustain daily life on the water.

More than a housing proposal, this project re-imagines water as civic territory, a democratic landscape where ecological renewal and human belonging coexist. Water becomes architecture; architecture becomes habitat. Together, they form a new model for coastal resilience and social equity in Miami’s future.

Location: San Andres, Colombia

Client: Concursos AG360

Use: Hotel

Type: New Construction

Size: 2,260 sf. (210 m²)

Year: 2022

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Unrealized Competition

The project is anchored on the natural elements of Johnny Key Island, where the palm tree is its protagonist. Following its organic shape and blending into the landscape, the units seeks to engage visitors with the natural environment.

The units house different ways of inhabiting private and open spaces. The spiral spatial organization blends open areas that allow simultaneous activities but at the same time incorporate levels that ensure the seclusion of the private areas.

The units are built mostly of wood which is plentiful in the island. This simplifies the construction and aids the building in blending with the landscape, achieving a homogenous connection with the environment.

The implementation of the dry toilet is one of the important elements of the project since it allows each unit to generate the smallest possible ecological footprint on the island. Using the dry toilet generates compost material that can be used for energy and reduces maintenance costs. The terraces are configured in a way that aids in the collection of rainwater for reuse in washing food and in bathrooms.

The spiral shape helps distribute the winds coming from the sea and channels them towards the upper parts of the units, generating air currents that maintain low interior temperature and great comfort.

Location: Nashville, TN

Client: Confidential

Use: Residential - Amenities

Type: Interior Fit Out

Size: 8,000 sf. (745 m²)

Year: 2022

Status: Completed

A building located in Nashville is set to undergo a major renovation of its amenities. The upgrades will focus on the lobby, the club room, and the gym, as well as the addition of a new co-working space and a new coffee lounge.

The lobby will be transformed with new finishes, lighting, and furnishings to create a welcoming atmosphere. The club room will be reconfigured with updated decor and new seating arrangements to improve flow and increase seating capacity. The gym will receive a complete overhaul with state-of-the-art equipment and a reconfiguration of the layout to maximize its capacity.

The addition of a new co-working space and coffee lounge will provide residents with dedicated areas to work from home or relax with friends. These new amenities will feature high-speed Wi-Fi, printing facilities, comfortable seating, and high-quality coffee.

Overall, the renovations will create an even more luxurious living experience for its residents. The new amenities will provide a convenient and comfortable space for work and leisure, enhancing the building’s appeal to professionals and remote workers seeking luxury living in Nashville.

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Client: Mancini Duffy - EV Hotel

Use: Hotel

Type: Landmark Integration + New Construction

Size: 143,000 sf. (13,280 m²)

Year: 2022

Collaborators: Mancini Duffy

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: On The Boards

The EV Hotel Brand, based in Atlanta, is planning to develop a new hotel at the site of the existing Travelodge Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona. The eight-story hotel will integrate the existing historic building located at 600 W Van Buren Street into its design, creating a unique and distinctive look for the property.

The new hotel will feature a range of modern amenities, including a fitness center, outdoor pool, rooftop bar, and meeting and event spaces. Its location in the heart of downtown Phoenix makes it an ideal choice for both business and leisure travelers.

The EV Hotel Brand is committed to sustainability, and the new hotel is expected to feature eco-friendly initiatives such as energy-efficient lighting and water-saving fixtures.

Overall, the development of the new hotel at the site of the Travelodge Phoenix Downtown is an exciting addition to the hospitality industry in Phoenix, and the integration of the historic building into its design will make it a memorable destination for travelers.

Location: Miami Beach, FL

Client: Confidential

Use: Workplace

Type: Interior Fit Out

Size: 7,700 sf. (715 m²)

Year: 2022

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Unrealized

Location: Balandra Beach, Mexico

Client: Concursos AG360

Use: Hotel

Type: New Construction

Size: 3,400 sf. (315 m²)

Year: 2022

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Unrealized Competition

Inspired by the waves of the sea and the mountainous environment of the region, the project aims to unite seven lodging units with a single gesture. An undulating line in plan and elevation sets the boundary of the project, creating efficient distance and privacy between the units. Each unit boasts a stunning view of the Balandra Bay and a spacious private terrace with a barbecue, sun loungers, Jacuzzi, and direct beach access.

The project features two types of lodging units, convex (Type A) and concave (Type B), both with five spaces: the main bedroom, living room or secondary bedroom, bathroom, storage room, and kitchen area. The distribution enables guests to close any sleeping space without blocking access to the other four spaces, ideal for families or groups.

The project’s location aims to extend the Balandra Mangroves to the back of the building, connecting guests with the environment and providing an ecological experience.

Upon arrival, guests are directed through a private corridor providing access to all units without compromising views or terraces. The design prioritizes views, privacy, and natural materials for resistance, self-sufficiency, and easy maintenance.

Location: Manhattan, NY

Client: Flagship RTL - OPR Eyeware

Use: Retail

Type: Interior Fit Out

Size: 1,420 sf. (132 m²)

Year: 2021

Collaborator: Dash Architecture

Status: Completed

OPR Eyewear store in Manhattan West, is a great example of how functional minimalism and modernity can be blended to create a visually stunning and appealing retail space.

The store’s interior design is focused on simplicity, featuring clean lines, neutral color palettes, and well-lit displays to highlight their eyewear products. The use of lighting creates a warm and inviting ambiance that enhances the overall shopping experience.

The store’s space features a mix of materials such as wood, metal, and glass that create an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere.

The store layout is also designed to provide customers with a personalized shopping experience by allowing free-flow interaction with the sales team. This approach provides customers with the opportunity to explore the store’s products at their own pace and get recommendations from knowledgeable staff when needed.

Overall, the OPR Eyewear store, seeks to reflects Manhattan West’s trendy and upscale style.

Location: Vail, CO

Client: Flagship RTL - Moncler

Use: Retail

Type: Interior Fit Out

Size: 1,300 sf. (120 m²)

Year: 2021

Status: Completed

The Moncler store in Vail, Colorado, is a luxurious retail space that reflects the brand’s reputation for high-end fashion and performance wear.

The store’s interior design uses cues of the experience of being in the snowy mountains of Colorado. Using mostly white features in hard and soft surfaces the costumer gets immersed in the space immediately after accessing the store.

The store showcases Moncler’s signature puffer jackets, skiwear, and accessories, arranged in well-lit displays that create a sense of elegance and sophistication.

The store’s layout is spacious and uncluttered, allowing customers to browse at their leisure and fully appreciate the unique designs and materials of Moncler’s products.

Reflective metal shelving along the walls, enhance indirect lighting and improve the showcasing of the products. The center shelving and the checkout desk playfully integrate the shape of alpine gondolas looking to further immerse the costumer in the mountaineer and skiing experience.

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Client: Confidential

Use: Residential

Type: Renovation

Size: 1,630 sf. (151 m²)

Year: 2021

Collaborators: Rick Stewart, Mancini Duffy

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Completed

The gut renovation of the apartment located inside a 1928 building designed by the noted architect Rosario Candela, was an extensive project that involved significant changes to the layout of the space. The renovation transformed the apartment from a two-bedroom with a den and two and a half bathrooms to a three-bedroom, three-bathroom layout.

The most significant changes to the layout involved introducing a third bedroom, converting the half bathroom to a full bathroom, opening the kitchen and redistributing the living and dining areas to create a more spacious and modern living space. The washer dryer was relocated closer to the main bedroom, providing added convenience and functionality.

The renovation also included updates to the plumbing and electrical systems, along with new flooring, lighting, and custom-built cabinetry throughout the apartment.

Location: East Hampton, NY

Client: Flagship RTL - Proenza Schouler

Use: Retail

Type: Interior Fit Out

Size: 1,350 sf. (125 m²)

Year: 2021

Collaborators: Kate McCollough

Status: Completed

The Proenza Schouler pop-up store in East Hampton, Long Island has been designed to create a charming and inviting shopping experience.

The store’s interior design seeks to complement the brand’s aesthetic, which is minimalist, modern, and elegant. The space has been designed with very minimal gestures, using primitive shapes with monotone finishes to create a serene atmosphere that highlights the beauty of the garments.

The store’s design is aimed at providing customers with a unique and relaxed shopping experience. The space is open, with plenty of natural light, which helps to create an inviting and peaceful environment. The minimalistic approach to the design allows the focus to be on the clothes, shoes, and accessories, which are displayed in an organized and appealing manner.

The Proenza Schouler pop-up store in East Hampton is a perfect destination for fashion enthusiasts who are looking for a luxurious shopping experience. The store offers an opportunity to discover the latest trends in fashion and experience the brand’s unique aesthetic.

Location: Manhattan, NY

Client: Roam Visual Studio

Use: Commercial

Type: Concept Design

Size: 12,000 sf. (1,115 m²)

Year: 2021

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Concept Only

Location: Manhattan, NY

Client: G.D. Ropat Inc.

Use: Residential

Type: Renovation

Size: 720 sf. (67 m²)

Year: 2020

Status: Completed

The cosmetic renovation of this one-bedroom apartment involved updating various elements to create a fresh and modern look taking inspiration in Scandinavian design. The main focus of the renovation was to replace the existing flooring with a new hardwood material and introduce new lighting fixtures to enhance the overall ambiance of the space.

The kitchen and bathroom received a complete makeover with new tiling, cabinets, countertops, and fixtures. The renovation also included new hardware, such as door handles and cabinet pulls, to give the space a cohesive and polished look.

To complement the new design elements, new furniture was brought in to replace the old pieces, new décor and accessories were also introduced and new artwork was hung on the walls to add the final touches to the renovation.

Location: Manhattan, NY

Client: Blue Rock Properties

Use: Residential Co-Living

Type: New Construction - Modular

Size: 143,000 sf. (13,300 m²)

Year: 2020

Collaborators: Mancini Duffy

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Unrealized

The project plans to construct a mixed-use residential building on a combined lot of 31,000 square feet.

The lower level will be allocated for Community Facility use, and the upper levels will be designated for Quality Housing Residential use. One of the tax lots on the combined zoning lot currently has a one-story industrial building that will be retained on the site.

The proposed development will feature two nine-story buildings with a total floor area of 143,000 square feet. The north building’s subgrade space will be used for Community Facility and Residential Amenities, and the area below both buildings will be reserved for parking. The remaining 102,000 square feet of space will have 148 residential units, with 30% reserved for affordable housing under a 421-A Tax exemption.

Considering the student demographics of the area, the design will lay out the units in a co-living fashion to boost occupancy.

The building will have a cast-in-place concrete structure for the ground and sub-levels, while the second floor and upper levels will have a precast modular system.

Location: Manhattan, NY

Client: Natrella Family

Use: Residential

Type: Apartment Combination

Size: 1,800 sf. (167 m²)

Year: 2019

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Unrealized

The gut renovation and combination of a one-bedroom apartment and a two-bedroom apartment into a large three-bedroom apartment involved extensive redesigning of the layout. The key objective of the renovation was to introduce an open kitchen, a large open living and dining area, a new home office, and significant storage space.

The renovation started with the demolition of the existing partitions and reconfiguring the walls to create a seamless flow between the living spaces. The kitchen was expanded by removing the walls and creating an open floor plan, complete with new cabinetry, countertops, and high-end appliances.

The bathrooms were given a complete makeover, including new tile, vanities, mirrors, lighting and fixtures.

Location: Madrid, Spain

Client: Inversiones Ropat S.L.

Use: Residential

Type: Renovation

Size: 1,200 sf. (110 m²)

Year: 2017

Collaborators: Altia Reformas

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Completed

Location: Evanston, IL

Client: Schroeder Family

Use: Residential

Type: Expansion

Size: 2,500 sf. (230 m²)

Year: 2017

Collaborators: Cosine

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Unrealized

Location: Cartagena, Colombia

Client: Rojas Family

Use: Residential

Type: Renovation

Size: 2,900 sf. (270 m²)

Year: 2013

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Completed

Location: Girardot, Colombia

Client: Patarroyo Family

Use: Residential

Type: New Construction

Size: 12,000 sf. (1,100 m²)

Year: 2009

Visualization: Roam Visual Studio

Status: Completed

Villa Juliana is a multi-family 3 level complex with 4 housing units, a common roof terrace, underground parking and a Pool.

The building design responds to the clients request to relate to a neighboring two-story house designed and constructed in the 1990s by a member of one of the owner’s family. Since the existing building opened towards the project’s site, the owner’s idea was to link both buildings.

The entire project, with the exception of some shading elements, is entirely made out of concrete and glass. All interior walls and ceilings are painted white to reflect all indirect light that filters through various openings and shading devices suppressing the need for artificial lighting during the day. Shading devices such as movable micro-perforated aluminum panels control daytime heat gain without blocking the light. The panels can slide sideways at all times to provide more accurate sun shading and even larger sense of openness to the units towards the swimming pool and the courtyard.

Elements of the design such as the tropical tree garden on the courtyard at the east of the building and strategically placed local vines around the perimeter site walls retain cool air around the structure and minimize the sun exposure of the building. In addition, the project is designed to provide natural air conditioning by cross ventilation that constantly evacuates the warmer air trough the skylights in the roof.