Our Studio
"We are an architecture studio founded in 2007, dedicated to design excellence across Costa Rica. Every project begins with listening closely to our clients, then unfolding with rigour — aesthetic, functional, and environmentally responsible."
Mission
Our mission is to deliver innovative and sustainable architectural solutions that prioritize our clients' visions, creating spaces that are aesthetic, functional, and environmentally responsible.
Vision
Our vision is to set the benchmark for sustainable architecture in Costa Rica, creating beautiful, functional, and bioclimatic designs that integrate seamlessly with the natural environment.
Our Team
The founder of Álvarez Arquitectos, José Manuel Álvarez, graduated in Architecture from Universidad Central de Costa Rica in 2005 and holds a degree in Construction from Universidad de Costa Rica in 2000. He was the winner of the 2004 design contest for the National Symphony Orchestra Auditorium and winner of the 2019 Architecture Property Awards single residence category. Throughout his career, he has participated in international architectural exhibitions and collaborated with distinguished firms across Europe and Latin America. He is currently pursuing a postgraduate degree in sustainable development.
José Manuel Álvarez
Founder
Karen Quirós V.
Administrative Assistant & Project Management Specialist
Jimena Jiménez L.
Architectural Design Assistant
Juan José Elizondo V.
Junior Architect
Latest News
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