Courses Taught (in the last four semesters prior to current visit):
ARQU 4135 – Advanced Architectural Design I: Architecture as an Urban Component
Educational Credentials:
(1980) Graduate Studies in Architecture/ Urban Design. Massachusetts Institute of Technology: Master of Architecture in Advance Studies.
(1976) Fullbright Scholar Urban Development in pre-Columbian America.
(1975) Undergraduate Studies in Architecture Cornell University: Bachelor of Architecture
Teaching Experience:
(2016-present) Professor. School of Architecture, University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus.
(2002) School of Architecture, Universidad José María Vargas
(1998) Visiting critic. School of Architecture, University of Puerto Rico.
(1997-1980) Teaching Assistant. School of Architecture, Universidad Simon Bolivar.
Professional Experience:
(1982- present) Owner present Fernando Lugo, Arquitecto San Juan, Puerto Rico – Caracas, Venezuela.
(1982/83) Director de Monataje Galería Yakera Caracas, Venezuela. Major Exhibits: Resipientálicas, Nov.
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(1981/82) Senior Architect/Urban Designer Guinand y Asociados Consultores Caracas, Venezuela. Major Projects associated with: 2.500 Housing Units Urban Development Recreational Facilities – Fundación del Niño
Licenses/Registration:
Licensed architect in Puerto Rico No.8495
Recent Creative Work:
(2022- In Process) Historic Health Department Restoration into a Commercial and Multifamily residential complex, Santurce, Puerto Rico.
(2022) Renovation and extensión of now LEED certified of Josefina Leon Zayas Public School in Jayuya, Puerto Rico.
(2021) Design and construction for Rising Entrepreneur Working Hub in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico
(2021) Construction documents for Clinical Veterinary Office in Ciudadela, San Juan, Puerto Rico
(2019) La CASA elderly housing multi story urban project, Santurce, Puerto Rico
(2018) ARCO publishing office design and construction, Santurce, Puerto Rico
(2017) San Cristobal Apartment building reconstruction for affordable housing in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
(2017) Amphitheatre and Infirmary interior remodeling for Colegio Universitario of San Juan
(2016) Interior design for PRAVAN Health Group in the historic Blanche Kellogg’s Institute, Santurce, Puerto Rico
(2015) Observation platform for San Cristobal Canyon public park, Barranquitas, Puerto Rico
Professional Memberships:
College of Architects and Landscape Architects of Puerto Rico (CAAPPR)
Colegio de Arquitectos de Puerto Rico, Nº 8495
American Institute of Architects, Nº 000169284
Colegio de Arquitectos de Venezuela, Nº 3226
Colegio de Ingenieros de Venezuela, Nº 119.583 USGBC
U. S. Green Building Council
Link to CV or portfolio: https://rossilugo.com/