Rafael Ballester, Associate AIA

Rafael discovered his passion for architecture early, competing in his first architectural competition at 16 and eventually earning his Master’s degree from Florida International University in Miami. With 10+ years of design experience, Rafael likes to create functional spaces that engage the architecture with its users and the environment. Inspired by innovators like Louis Kahn and Tadao Ando, his style blends minimalism with classical and brutalist influences. Rafael's love for basketball, photography, and the outdoors complements his creative approach, fostering a collaborative mindset crucial to his design philosophy.