Courses Taught (in the last four semesters prior to current visit):
ARQU 4135 – Advanced Architectural Design I: Architecture as an Urban Component
ARQU 4136 – Advanced Architectural Design II: Building Anatomy
Educational Credentials:
(2003) Master’s Degree in Architecture and Urbanism, ETSAB, Escuela Técnica Superior de Arquitectura de Barcelona, Spain.
(2003) Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture and Urbanism, ETSAB, Escuela Técnica Superior de Arquitectura de Barcelona, Spain.
Teaching Experience:
(2020-Present) Professor. School of Architecture, University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus.
(2009-Present) Professor. School of Architecture, Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico. Hato Rey, Puerto Rico.
Professional Experience:
(2009-Present) Principal. MAPA Arquitectos, San Juan, Puerto Rico.
(2013-2014) Architect. Flores Kearns PSC, San Juan, Puerto Rico.
(2009-2010) Architect. FUSTER + PARTNERS, PSC San Juan, Puerto Rico.
(2008-2004) Architect. MERCE MARTINEZ, PSC San Juan, Barcelona, Spain.
(2007-2004) Architect. Albisu-Pradell arquitectos SCP, Barcelona, Spain.
(2002-2003) Intern Gensler Srchitecture Design and Planning Worlwide. Chicago, USA
(2000-2003) Intern. Cuixart Arquitectes. Barcelona, Spain
Licenses/Registration:
Licensed architect in Spain
Selected Publications and Recent Research:
(2018) Historical Documentation of El Bastión – Exhibition of historical research and survey of plans of El Bastión, Casa Blanca, PUPR, San Juan, Puerto Rico.
(2017) See you. Industrial design sample with the theme of light and reflection. LLum. San Juan Puerto Rico.
(2011) Trip to Barcelona and Le Corbusier Route – PUPR Study Travel Exhibition, Ballajá, San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Recent Creative Work:
Design, Construction Documents of Detached house in Bajuras. Isabella, Puerto Rico.
Trailer House Design, Ponce, Puerto Rico.
Design, Construction Documents of Kitchen renovation in a single-family home, Annapolis, Maryland, USA
Design, Construction Documents of Medical Cannabis Dispensary, Santurce, San Juan.
Design, Documents, Construction, and Inspection of Reform and change of use, housing in Calle Provenca 105. Barcelona, Spain.
Professional Memberships:
Col.legi d’Arquitectes de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain / American Institute of Architects, International Associate (AIA)
Link to CV or portfolio: https://www.mapa-arq.com/about