Abruña & Musgrave | Architects

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Historic recycled/restoration projects, San Juan, PR, (1978-2010): We have restored more than 40 historic structures, adapting new uses to existing buildings. These vary in size and complexity and include, among others: (clockwise from left) IPEC Institute, Royal Caribbean Club, Hard Rock Cafe, Fortaleza Police Headquarters.

Historic recycled/restoration projects, San Juan, PR, (1978-2010): We have restored more than 40 historic structures, adapting new uses to existing buildings. These vary in size and complexity and include, among others: (clockwise from left) IPEC Institute, Royal Caribbean Club, Hard Rock Cafe, Fortaleza Police Headquarters.

Historic recycled/restoration projects, San Juan, PR, (1978-2010): We have restored more than 40 historic structures, adapting new uses to existing buildings. These vary in size and complexity and include, among others: (clockwise from left) IPEC Institute, Royal Caribbean Club, Hard Rock Cafe, Fortaleza Police Headquarters.

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Historic recycled/restoration projects in Puerto Rico, 1978-2010 The office has been involved in the recycling of more than 40 historic structures in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, adapting new uses to existing buildings. These vary in size and complexity and include: (left to right) #107 San Sebastian St, #100 Cruz St and Casals Museum.

Historic recycled/restoration projects in Puerto Rico, 1978-2010 The office has been involved in the recycling of more than 40 historic structures in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, adapting new uses to existing buildings. These vary in size and complexity and include: (left to right) #107 San Sebastian St, #100 Cruz St and Casals Museum.

Historic recycled/restoration projects in Puerto Rico, 1978-2010 The office has been involved in the recycling of more than 40 historic structures in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, adapting new uses to existing buildings. These vary in size and complexity and include: (left to right) #107 San Sebastian St, #100 Cruz St and Casals Museum.

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Inventory & Conservation of Centenary Ceiba Trees – Quebradillas, PR (1977): Instrumental in the saving of two majestic specimens in the municipality of Quebradillas. Because of their long life, they now stand as a symbol of time and mark the entrance to the western region of the island.

Inventory & Conservation of Centenary Ceiba Trees – Quebradillas, PR (1977): Instrumental in the saving of two majestic specimens in the municipality of Quebradillas. Because of their long life, they now stand as a symbol of time and mark the entrance to the western region of the island.

Inventory & Conservation of Centenary Ceiba Trees – Quebradillas, PR (1977): Instrumental in the saving of two majestic specimens in the municipality of Quebradillas. Because of their long life, they now stand as a symbol of time and mark the entrance to the western region of the island.

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Florápolis Eco Habitat – Puntas del Mar, Rincón, PR (1995) A sustainable community designed using vegetated walls to separate house lots. Maintenance costs were covered with supplemental income from the operation of an ecotourism facility and various rental units, owned by the community. Vehicular traffic was hidden from users through an ingenuously designed road system.

Florápolis Eco Habitat – Puntas del Mar, Rincón, PR (1995) A sustainable community designed using vegetated walls to separate house lots. Maintenance costs were covered with supplemental income from the operation of an ecotourism facility and various rental units, owned by the community. Vehicular traffic was hidden from users through an ingenuously designed road system.

Florápolis Eco Habitat – Puntas del Mar, Rincón, PR (1995) A sustainable community designed using vegetated walls to separate house lots. Maintenance costs were covered with supplemental income from the operation of an ecotourism facility and various rental units, owned by the community. Vehicular traffic was hidden from users through an ingenuously designed road system.

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“The Forest House”, Ponce, PR (1986) 1st Zero CO2 House for PR, This two bedroom un-built house with a minimal architectural solution makes possible sequestering all carbon emissions with a 12 tree “forest”.

“The Forest House”, Ponce, PR (1986) 1st Zero CO2 House for PR, This two bedroom un-built house with a minimal architectural solution makes possible sequestering all carbon emissions with a 12 tree “forest”.

“The Forest House”, Ponce, PR (1986) 1st Zero CO2 House for PR, This two bedroom un-built house with a minimal architectural solution makes possible sequestering all carbon emissions with a 12 tree “forest”.

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Publications: Dr. Abruña is a best selling author of books focusing on Sustainable Design and Construction. Many of them are used as textbooks in architecture and engineering schools in PR and Central America.

Publications: Dr. Abruña is a best selling author of books focusing on Sustainable Design and Construction. Many of them are used as textbooks in architecture and engineering schools in PR and Central America.

Publications: Dr. Abruña is a best selling author of books focusing on Sustainable Design and Construction. Many of them are used as textbooks in architecture and engineering schools in PR and Central America.

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1st Solar Decathlon House – Washington, D.C. (2001-02 ) Designed and built through the Architecture and Engineering Schools, Univ. of PR. Developed as a joint effort between academia and private industry, the house won 2nd place in the most important event of the competition judged by Pritzker Laureate Glenn Murcutt.

1st Solar Decathlon House – Washington, D.C. (2001-02 ) Designed and built through the Architecture and Engineering Schools, Univ. of PR. Developed as a joint effort between academia and private industry, the house won 2nd place in the most important event of the competition judged by Pritzker Laureate Glenn Murcutt.

1st Solar Decathlon House – Washington, D.C. (2001-02 ) Designed and built through the Architecture and Engineering Schools, Univ. of PR. Developed as a joint effort between academia and private industry, the house won 2nd place in the most important event of the competition judged by Pritzker Laureate Glenn Murcutt.

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“Niños Uniendo al Mundo”, Caguas, PR (2002) 1st private eco-school designed and built in PR. This Montessori school was developed with a minimal budget and incorporates natural ventilation and day lighting, a recycling program and gardening activities, among others. Six of the seven acres were preserved for the integration of nature and architecture. Winner of EPA’s Environmental Quality Award.

“Niños Uniendo al Mundo”, Caguas, PR (2002) 1st private eco-school designed and built in PR. This Montessori school was developed with a minimal budget and incorporates natural ventilation and day lighting, a recycling program and gardening activities, among others. Six of the seven acres were preserved for the integration of nature and architecture. Winner of EPA’s Environmental Quality Award.

“Niños Uniendo al Mundo”, Caguas, PR (2002) 1st private eco-school designed and built in PR. This Montessori school was developed with a minimal budget and incorporates natural ventilation and day lighting, a recycling program and gardening activities, among others. Six of the seven acres were preserved for the integration of nature and architecture. Winner of EPA’s Environmental Quality Award.

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Biolipids of Puerto Rico, Dorado, PR (in Progress) A private innovation company has contracted our firm to design the first Microalgae farm in PR. The project received an award by “The Economist” magazine in it’s October 14, 2009 Carbon Economy Competition.

Biolipids of Puerto Rico, Dorado, PR (in Progress) A private innovation company has contracted our firm to design the first Microalgae farm in PR. The project received an award by “The Economist” magazine in it’s October 14, 2009 Carbon Economy Competition.

Biolipids of Puerto Rico, Dorado, PR (in Progress) A private innovation company has contracted our firm to design the first Microalgae farm in PR. The project received an award by “The Economist” magazine in it’s October 14, 2009 Carbon Economy Competition.

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AT&T Building , Santurce, PR (1998) A 24,000 SF state of the art facility allowing it’s manager to access all infrastructure systems (security cameras, temperature, humidity, fire, smoke and flooding monitoring) through an intelligent phone. The building blends with its residential neighborhood in the heart of Miramar.

AT&T Building , Santurce, PR (1998) A 24,000 SF state of the art facility allowing it’s manager to access all infrastructure systems (security cameras, temperature, humidity, fire, smoke and flooding monitoring) through an intelligent phone. The building blends with its residential neighborhood in the heart of Miramar.

AT&T Building , Santurce, PR (1998) A 24,000 SF state of the art facility allowing it’s manager to access all infrastructure systems (security cameras, temperature, humidity, fire, smoke and flooding monitoring) through an intelligent phone. The building blends with its residential neighborhood in the heart of Miramar.

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Nieves Nazario Residence, Guaynabo, PR (2001): A suburban house that explores the Spanish colonial architectural vocabulary with a contemporary tropical flair.

Nieves Nazario Residence, Guaynabo, PR (2001): A suburban house that explores the Spanish colonial architectural vocabulary with a contemporary tropical flair.

Nieves Nazario Residence, Guaynabo, PR (2001): A suburban house that explores the Spanish colonial architectural vocabulary with a contemporary tropical flair.

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Aerotectonic Parachute House – Anywhere, Everywhere, Planet Earth (1977) A free falling parachutist sprays an expanding foam to the underside of his parachute while floating to the ground forming a basic sustainable shelter for human habitation.

Aerotectonic Parachute House – Anywhere, Everywhere, Planet Earth (1977) A free falling parachutist sprays an expanding foam to the underside of his parachute while floating to the ground forming a basic sustainable shelter for human habitation.

Aerotectonic Parachute House – Anywhere, Everywhere, Planet Earth (1977) A free falling parachutist sprays an expanding foam to the underside of his parachute while floating to the ground forming a basic sustainable shelter for human habitation.

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Carmelo Feliciano Elementary School – Culebra (2003-06) The 1st Public Eco-school for the Public Buildings Authority. This very successful prototype includes natural ventilation and day lighting of all spaces, rain water harvesting, reuse of gray waters, solar water heating. Photovoltaics provide 30% of the school’s energy needs.

Carmelo Feliciano Elementary School – Culebra (2003-06) The 1st Public Eco-school for the Public Buildings Authority. This very successful prototype includes natural ventilation and day lighting of all spaces, rain water harvesting, reuse of gray waters, solar water heating. Photovoltaics provide 30% of the school’s energy needs.

Carmelo Feliciano Elementary School – Culebra (2003-06) The 1st Public Eco-school for the Public Buildings Authority. This very successful prototype includes natural ventilation and day lighting of all spaces, rain water harvesting, reuse of gray waters, solar water heating. Photovoltaics provide 30% of the school’s energy needs.

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Ecotourism Design Guidelines, (2004): Prepared under contract for the Puerto Rico Tourism Company and used as part of the EcoLodging Certification Program. Used elsewhere in Central and South America as a model for other Guidelines. These are supplemented with a poster illustrating the basic ecotourism design principles.

Ecotourism Design Guidelines, (2004): Prepared under contract for the Puerto Rico Tourism Company and used as part of the EcoLodging Certification Program. Used elsewhere in Central and South America as a model for other Guidelines. These are supplemented with a poster illustrating the basic ecotourism design principles.

Ecotourism Design Guidelines, (2004): Prepared under contract for the Puerto Rico Tourism Company and used as part of the EcoLodging Certification Program. Used elsewhere in Central and South America as a model for other Guidelines. These are supplemented with a poster illustrating the basic ecotourism design principles.

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Nieves Nazario Residence, Guaynabo, PR (2001): A suburban house that explores the Spanish colonial architectural vocabulary with a contemporary tropical flair.

Nieves Nazario Residence, Guaynabo, PR (2001): A suburban house that explores the Spanish colonial architectural vocabulary with a contemporary tropical flair.

Nieves Nazario Residence, Guaynabo, PR (2001): A suburban house that explores the Spanish colonial architectural vocabulary with a contemporary tropical flair.

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DB Office Building – Bayamón, PR (1993-95) A 30,000 SF office building that incorporates passive, energy conserving strategies that resulted in savings of more than 20% compared to typical buildings of this type.

DB Office Building – Bayamón, PR (1993-95) A 30,000 SF office building that incorporates passive, energy conserving strategies that resulted in savings of more than 20% compared to typical buildings of this type.

DB Office Building – Bayamón, PR (1993-95) A 30,000 SF office building that incorporates passive, energy conserving strategies that resulted in savings of more than 20% compared to typical buildings of this type.

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eCobito, San Juan, PR (In Progress): 1st Micro EcoHouse available in PR through A&M; based on the Ecoquí Micro ecohouse developed at the School of Architecture, Univ. of Puerto Rico. It is a one bedroom unit with 216 SF area.

eCobito, San Juan, PR (In Progress): 1st Micro EcoHouse available in PR through A&M; based on the Ecoquí Micro ecohouse developed at the School of Architecture, Univ. of Puerto Rico. It is a one bedroom unit with 216 SF area.

eCobito, San Juan, PR (In Progress): 1st Micro EcoHouse available in PR through A&M; based on the Ecoquí Micro ecohouse developed at the School of Architecture, Univ. of Puerto Rico. It is a one bedroom unit with 216 SF area.

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(L to R) RG Mortgage Bank, Manatí (1992), Caguas Central Bank, Ponce(1989) We have designed and remodeled numerous branches for different banks that operate locally. These fluctuate in size from 1K to 5K SF.

(L to R) RG Mortgage Bank, Manatí (1992), Caguas Central Bank, Ponce(1989) We have designed and remodeled numerous branches for different banks that operate locally. These fluctuate in size from 1K to 5K SF.

(L to R) RG Mortgage Bank, Manatí (1992), Caguas Central Bank, Ponce(1989) We have designed and remodeled numerous branches for different banks that operate locally. These fluctuate in size from 1K to 5K SF.

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EcoHab Neighborhood (2009): A design proposal for the Municipality of Caguas, PR. It includes proven sustainable technologies and new ideas about passive survivability and transformability.

EcoHab Neighborhood (2009): A design proposal for the Municipality of Caguas, PR. It includes proven sustainable technologies and new ideas about passive survivability and transformability.

EcoHab Neighborhood (2009): A design proposal for the Municipality of Caguas, PR. It includes proven sustainable technologies and new ideas about passive survivability and transformability.

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EcoHab Neighborhood (2009): A design proposal for the Municipality of Caguas, PR. It includes proven sustainable technologies and new ideas about passive survivability and transformability.

EcoHab Neighborhood (2009): A design proposal for the Municipality of Caguas, PR. It includes proven sustainable technologies and new ideas about passive survivability and transformability.

EcoHab Neighborhood (2009): A design proposal for the Municipality of Caguas, PR. It includes proven sustainable technologies and new ideas about passive survivability and transformability.

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Plan for the sustainable development of the rural zone of the Municipality of Carolina. PR (1993-95).

Plan for the sustainable development of the rural zone of the Municipality of Carolina. PR (1993-95).

Plan for the sustainable development of the rural zone of the Municipality of Carolina. PR (1993-95).

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Full Moon EcoPark – San Juan, PR (2006-09) This is the 1st, world class Nocturnal Eco Park for the National Parks Company of PR. It features radical new ideas and concepts for the preservation of dark skies, using the full moon as the main light source at night. It was designed to LEED specifications.t.

Full Moon EcoPark – San Juan, PR (2006-09) This is the 1st, world class Nocturnal Eco Park for the National Parks Company of PR. It features radical new ideas and concepts for the preservation of dark skies, using the full moon as the main light source at night. It was designed to LEED specifications.t.

Full Moon EcoPark – San Juan, PR (2006-09) This is the 1st, world class Nocturnal Eco Park for the National Parks Company of PR. It features radical new ideas and concepts for the preservation of dark skies, using the full moon as the main light source at night. It was designed to LEED specifications.t.

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Nieves Nazario Residence, Guaynabo, PR (2001): A suburban house that explores the Spanish colonial architectural vocabulary with a contemporary tropical flair.

Nieves Nazario Residence, Guaynabo, PR (2001): A suburban house that explores the Spanish colonial architectural vocabulary with a contemporary tropical flair.

Nieves Nazario Residence, Guaynabo, PR (2001): A suburban house that explores the Spanish colonial architectural vocabulary with a contemporary tropical flair.

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Sustainability Master Plan for Plaza Las Americas (2008) Prepared for the largest, most successful shopping mall in the Caribbean. A rainwater harvesting system will cover 100% of it’s water requirements.

Sustainability Master Plan for Plaza Las Americas (2008) Prepared for the largest, most successful shopping mall in the Caribbean. A rainwater harvesting system will cover 100% of it’s water requirements.

Sustainability Master Plan for Plaza Las Americas (2008) Prepared for the largest, most successful shopping mall in the Caribbean. A rainwater harvesting system will cover 100% of it’s water requirements.

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The Absent House – Vega Alta, PR (1999) 1st Eco-House of PR. A seminal structure with a Zero Carbon Footprint. Independent of the electrical and water utilities since 1999, it incorporates most green technologies and strategies including dark sky protection and numerous other eco features.

The Absent House – Vega Alta, PR (1999) 1st Eco-House of PR. A seminal structure with a Zero Carbon Footprint. Independent of the electrical and water utilities since 1999, it incorporates most green technologies and strategies including dark sky protection and numerous other eco features.

The Absent House – Vega Alta, PR (1999) 1st Eco-House of PR. A seminal structure with a Zero Carbon Footprint. Independent of the electrical and water utilities since 1999, it incorporates most green technologies and strategies including dark sky protection and numerous other eco features.

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EcoHab affordable Green Homes, San Juan, PR. (2013) 1st housing units with Energy Star and LEED for Homes Gold certifications in PR.

EcoHab affordable Green Homes, San Juan, PR. (2013) 1st housing units with Energy Star and LEED for Homes Gold certifications in PR.

EcoHab affordable Green Homes, San Juan, PR. (2013) 1st housing units with Energy Star and LEED for Homes Gold certifications in PR.

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EcoQuí – 1st MicroEcoHouse (2006) With a total floor area of 136 SF, EcoQuí was designed and built by the students of the Sustainable Design Studio of the School of Architecture, Univ. of PR. It incorporates all of the eco-technologies available today. Winner of the 2009 International Green Dot Award.

EcoQuí – 1st MicroEcoHouse (2006) With a total floor area of 136 SF, EcoQuí was designed and built by the students of the Sustainable Design Studio of the School of Architecture, Univ. of PR. It incorporates all of the eco-technologies available today. Winner of the 2009 International Green Dot Award.

EcoQuí – 1st MicroEcoHouse (2006) With a total floor area of 136 SF, EcoQuí was designed and built by the students of the Sustainable Design Studio of the School of Architecture, Univ. of PR. It incorporates all of the eco-technologies available today. Winner of the 2009 International Green Dot Award.

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“Solaria” – First pre-designed, EcoHouse (2009) Commissioned by “Villas Mi Antojo”, a leading housing enterprise, this pre-designed, affordable housing prototype won the Green Builder Best Affordable Integration award in 2011 and is exhibited on the campus of the University of Turabo.

“Solaria” – First pre-designed, EcoHouse (2009) Commissioned by “Villas Mi Antojo”, a leading housing enterprise, this pre-designed, affordable housing prototype won the Green Builder Best Affordable Integration award in 2011 and is exhibited on the campus of the University of Turabo.

“Solaria” – First pre-designed, EcoHouse (2009) Commissioned by “Villas Mi Antojo”, a leading housing enterprise, this pre-designed, affordable housing prototype won the Green Builder Best Affordable Integration award in 2011 and is exhibited on the campus of the University of Turabo.

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Psychotectonic House, San Juan, PR (1978): A suburban house proposal that includes metamorphic spaces that grow according to the number of users. A nature contemplation capsule and a dream incubation chamber are provided as part of a psychic design discourse.

Psychotectonic House, San Juan, PR (1978): A suburban house proposal that includes metamorphic spaces that grow according to the number of users. A nature contemplation capsule and a dream incubation chamber are provided as part of a psychic design discourse.

Psychotectonic House, San Juan, PR (1978): A suburban house proposal that includes metamorphic spaces that grow according to the number of users. A nature contemplation capsule and a dream incubation chamber are provided as part of a psychic design discourse.

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Planetary Energy Generator (1986): A proposal for the use of the rotational forces of the Earth to generate energy through friction. The source point would be located in a non-populated latitude.

Planetary Energy Generator (1986): A proposal for the use of the rotational forces of the Earth to generate energy through friction. The source point would be located in a non-populated latitude.

Planetary Energy Generator (1986): A proposal for the use of the rotational forces of the Earth to generate energy through friction. The source point would be located in a non-populated latitude.

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EcoHab affordable Green Homes, San Juan, PR. (2013) 1st housing units with Energy Star and LEED for Homes Gold certifications in PR.

EcoHab affordable Green Homes, San Juan, PR. (2013) 1st housing units with Energy Star and LEED for Homes Gold certifications in PR.

EcoHab affordable Green Homes, San Juan, PR. (2013) 1st housing units with Energy Star and LEED for Homes Gold certifications in PR.

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The International Network House – Anywhere, Everywhere, Planet Earth (1978) Living at high speed, the traditional house can be envisioned as having all its spaces freely distributed throughout the planet.

The International Network House – Anywhere, Everywhere, Planet Earth (1978) Living at high speed, the traditional house can be envisioned as having all its spaces freely distributed throughout the planet.

The International Network House – Anywhere, Everywhere, Planet Earth (1978) Living at high speed, the traditional house can be envisioned as having all its spaces freely distributed throughout the planet.

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Carmelo Feliciano Elementary School – Culebra (2003-06) The 1st Public Eco-school for the Public Buildings Authority. This very successful prototype includes natural ventilation and day lighting of all spaces, rain water harvesting, reuse of gray waters, solar water heating. Photovoltaics provide 30% of the school’s energy needs.

Carmelo Feliciano Elementary School – Culebra (2003-06) The 1st Public Eco-school for the Public Buildings Authority. This very successful prototype includes natural ventilation and day lighting of all spaces, rain water harvesting, reuse of gray waters, solar water heating. Photovoltaics provide 30% of the school’s energy needs.

Carmelo Feliciano Elementary School – Culebra (2003-06) The 1st Public Eco-school for the Public Buildings Authority. This very successful prototype includes natural ventilation and day lighting of all spaces, rain water harvesting, reuse of gray waters, solar water heating. Photovoltaics provide 30% of the school’s energy needs.

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Plaza House, San Juan, PR (1988): A suburban house that brings into play the public and private realms of daily living as part of the same architectural solution…Public above, Private below.

Plaza House, San Juan, PR (1988): A suburban house that brings into play the public and private realms of daily living as part of the same architectural solution…Public above, Private below.

Plaza House, San Juan, PR (1988): A suburban house that brings into play the public and private realms of daily living as part of the same architectural solution…Public above, Private below.

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Endless Landscape – Anywhere, The World (1990) A conceptual proposal for a vegetated cylindrical space put into motion by the weight of the user while walking in it, to create a continuous natural strip.

Endless Landscape – Anywhere, The World (1990) A conceptual proposal for a vegetated cylindrical space put into motion by the weight of the user while walking in it, to create a continuous natural strip.

Endless Landscape – Anywhere, The World (1990) A conceptual proposal for a vegetated cylindrical space put into motion by the weight of the user while walking in it, to create a continuous natural strip.

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Cruz #100 -Old San Juan, PR (1999) A restoration of a Neoclassic historic building for a housing developer. The 120 X 20 feet size of the house presented a design challenge that was solved by incorporating the interior patio as an integral part of the living spaces in a three story architectural solution.

Cruz #100 -Old San Juan, PR (1999) A restoration of a Neoclassic historic building for a housing developer. The 120 X 20 feet size of the house presented a design challenge that was solved by incorporating the interior patio as an integral part of the living spaces in a three story architectural solution.

Cruz #100 -Old San Juan, PR (1999) A restoration of a Neoclassic historic building for a housing developer. The 120 X 20 feet size of the house presented a design challenge that was solved by incorporating the interior patio as an integral part of the living spaces in a three story architectural solution.

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Axesa Communications Building, San Juan, PR (1989) A simple architectural solution for an office building in the heart of the metropolitan area. Energy Conservation features and strategies were important in it’s 2011 LEED EB Certification.

Axesa Communications Building, San Juan, PR (1989) A simple architectural solution for an office building in the heart of the metropolitan area. Energy Conservation features and strategies were important in it’s 2011 LEED EB Certification.

Axesa Communications Building, San Juan, PR (1989) A simple architectural solution for an office building in the heart of the metropolitan area. Energy Conservation features and strategies were important in it’s 2011 LEED EB Certification.

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EcoHab affordable Green Homes, San Juan, PR. (2013) 1st housing units with Energy Star and LEED for Homes Gold certifications in PR.

EcoHab affordable Green Homes, San Juan, PR. (2013) 1st housing units with Energy Star and LEED for Homes Gold certifications in PR.

EcoHab affordable Green Homes, San Juan, PR. (2013) 1st housing units with Energy Star and LEED for Homes Gold certifications in PR.

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Dorado Elementary Eco School – Dorado, PR (2008-2012) This 76,000 SF facility was the 1st public School registered and awarded a LEED Gold Certification, in Puerto Rico, through the US Green Building Council.

Dorado Elementary Eco School – Dorado, PR (2008-2012) This 76,000 SF facility was the 1st public School registered and awarded a LEED Gold Certification, in Puerto Rico, through the US Green Building Council.

Dorado Elementary Eco School – Dorado, PR (2008-2012) This 76,000 SF facility was the 1st public School registered and awarded a LEED Gold Certification, in Puerto Rico, through the US Green Building Council.

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Patio House, San Juan, PR (1988): A suburban house that “builds” a vegetative threshold between the public façade and the intimate interior spaces with a patio as an integral part of the architectural solution.

Patio House, San Juan, PR (1988): A suburban house that “builds” a vegetative threshold between the public façade and the intimate interior spaces with a patio as an integral part of the architectural solution.

Patio House, San Juan, PR (1988): A suburban house that “builds” a vegetative threshold between the public façade and the intimate interior spaces with a patio as an integral part of the architectural solution.

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Aibonito Courthouse Project, Aibonito, PR (A joint venture w. Diaz Paunetto Architects) A proposal for a tropical courthouse with interior patios for day lit peripheral spaces. Innovative passive technologies control solar radiation, natural ventilation and exposure to hurricane winds.

Aibonito Courthouse Project, Aibonito, PR (A joint venture w. Diaz Paunetto Architects) A proposal for a tropical courthouse with interior patios for day lit peripheral spaces. Innovative passive technologies control solar radiation, natural ventilation and exposure to hurricane winds.

Aibonito Courthouse Project, Aibonito, PR (A joint venture w. Diaz Paunetto Architects) A proposal for a tropical courthouse with interior patios for day lit peripheral spaces. Innovative passive technologies control solar radiation, natural ventilation and exposure to hurricane winds.

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Casa del Horizonte (The Horizon House) Lajas, PR (2014-15). A sustainable private residence with water and energy independence features a Lunar Lamp to maintain dark skies in the immediate environment.

Casa del Horizonte (The Horizon House) Lajas, PR (2014-15). A sustainable private residence with water and energy independence features a Lunar Lamp to maintain dark skies in the immediate environment.

Casa del Horizonte (The Horizon House) Lajas, PR (2014-15). A sustainable private residence with water and energy independence features a Lunar Lamp to maintain dark skies in the immediate environment.

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Campus Rider Solar /Electric Car: Designed for Urbano Green Works by A&M, it accommodates two passengers and offers a 20 mile range after two days of solar exposure; can be recharged overnight with a 120-volt ac outlet.

Campus Rider Solar /Electric Car: Designed for Urbano Green Works by A&M, it accommodates two passengers and offers a 20 mile range after two days of solar exposure; can be recharged overnight with a 120-volt ac outlet.

Campus Rider Solar /Electric Car: Designed for Urbano Green Works by A&M, it accommodates two passengers and offers a 20 mile range after two days of solar exposure; can be recharged overnight with a 120-volt ac outlet.

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BrightShade Eco Window (2014): The design evolution of the tropical jalousie window Patented by A&M (Patent No: US 8,820,010 B2) in conjunction with Valcor Windows. It includes built in shading trays that protect the glass jalousies. When closed the trays act as a storm shutter.

BrightShade Eco Window (2014): The design evolution of the tropical jalousie window Patented by A&M (Patent No: US 8,820,010 B2) in conjunction with Valcor Windows. It includes built in shading trays that protect the glass jalousies. When closed the trays act as a storm shutter.

BrightShade Eco Window (2014): The design evolution of the tropical jalousie window Patented by A&M (Patent No: US 8,820,010 B2) in conjunction with Valcor Windows. It includes built in shading trays that protect the glass jalousies. When closed the trays act as a storm shutter.

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BrightShade Eco Window (2014): The design evolution of the tropical jalousie window Patented by A&M (Patent No: US 8,820,010 B2) in conjunction with Valcor Windows. It includes built in shading trays that protect the glass jalousies. When closed the trays act as a storm shutter.

BrightShade Eco Window (2014): The design evolution of the tropical jalousie window Patented by A&M (Patent No: US 8,820,010 B2) in conjunction with Valcor Windows. It includes built in shading trays that protect the glass jalousies. When closed the trays act as a storm shutter.

BrightShade Eco Window (2014): The design evolution of the tropical jalousie window Patented by A&M (Patent No: US 8,820,010 B2) in conjunction with Valcor Windows. It includes built in shading trays that protect the glass jalousies. When closed the trays act as a storm shutter.

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Cyber University, Morovis, PR (A joint venture with Diaz Paunetto Architects) A design proposal for a Cybernetic University College to provide comprehensive medical studies from elementary to graduate level; designed to handle both physical and virtual student attendance from around the world through modern technologies.

Cyber University, Morovis, PR (A joint venture with Diaz Paunetto Architects) A design proposal for a Cybernetic University College to provide comprehensive medical studies from elementary to graduate level; designed to handle both physical and virtual student attendance from around the world through modern technologies.

Cyber University, Morovis, PR (A joint venture with Diaz Paunetto Architects) A design proposal for a Cybernetic University College to provide comprehensive medical studies from elementary to graduate level; designed to handle both physical and virtual student attendance from around the world through modern technologies.

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CUBO ETEREO (Ethereal Cube) is a 144 SF micro eco-house located in Lajas, Puerto Rico. It has all the comforts of 21st century living, including photovoltaic electricity and rainwater harvesting.

CUBO ETEREO (Ethereal Cube) is a 144 SF micro eco-house located in Lajas, Puerto Rico. It has all the comforts of 21st century living, including photovoltaic electricity and rainwater harvesting.

CUBO ETEREO (Ethereal Cube) is a 144 SF micro eco-house located in Lajas, Puerto Rico. It has all the comforts of 21st century living, including photovoltaic electricity and rainwater harvesting.

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Casa del Horizonte (House of the Horizon): Is a utility independent eco-house located in a remote area of Lajas, Puerto Rico. It was designed with the full moon as the protagonist of the architectural solution.

Casa del Horizonte (House of the Horizon): Is a utility independent eco-house located in a remote area of Lajas, Puerto Rico. It was designed with the full moon as the protagonist of the architectural solution.

Casa del Horizonte (House of the Horizon): Is a utility independent eco-house located in a remote area of Lajas, Puerto Rico. It was designed with the full moon as the protagonist of the architectural solution.

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Casa del Horizonte (House of the Horizon): Is a utility independent eco-house located in a remote area of Lajas, Puerto Rico. It was designed with the full moon as the protagonist of the architectural solution.

Casa del Horizonte (House of the Horizon): Is a utility independent eco-house located in a remote area of Lajas, Puerto Rico. It was designed with the full moon as the protagonist of the architectural solution.

Casa del Horizonte (House of the Horizon): Is a utility independent eco-house located in a remote area of Lajas, Puerto Rico. It was designed with the full moon as the protagonist of the architectural solution.

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ENLACE RESILIENTE: 1st Prize: 2018 Resilient House Design for those affected by Hurricane María. Competition sponsored by the Architects and Landscape Architects Association, the Engineers and Surveyors Association and the Caño Martín Peña Community Project.

ENLACE RESILIENTE: 1st Prize: 2018 Resilient House Design for those affected by Hurricane María. Competition sponsored by the Architects and Landscape Architects Association, the Engineers and Surveyors Association and the Caño Martín Peña Community Project.

ENLACE RESILIENTE: 1st Prize: 2018 Resilient House Design for those affected by Hurricane María. Competition sponsored by the Architects and Landscape Architects Association, the Engineers and Surveyors Association and the Caño Martín Peña Community Project.

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“Solaria” – First pre-designed, EcoHouse (2009): Commissioned by “Villas Mi Antojo”, a leading housing enterprise, this pre-designed, affordable housing prototype won the Green Builder Best Affordable Integration award in 2011 and is exhibited on the campus of the University of Turabo.

“Solaria” – First pre-designed, EcoHouse (2009): Commissioned by “Villas Mi Antojo”, a leading housing enterprise, this pre-designed, affordable housing prototype won the Green Builder Best Affordable Integration award in 2011 and is exhibited on the campus of the University of Turabo.

“Solaria” – First pre-designed, EcoHouse (2009): Commissioned by “Villas Mi Antojo”, a leading housing enterprise, this pre-designed, affordable housing prototype won the Green Builder Best Affordable Integration award in 2011 and is exhibited on the campus of the University of Turabo.

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“Enlace Resiliente” is an affordable, sustainable and resilient home prototype for the victims of Hurricane María in the Caño Martin Peña area of San Juan (2021). 1st Prize: Mi casa Resistente National Design Competition.

“Enlace Resiliente” is an affordable, sustainable and resilient home prototype for the victims of Hurricane María in the Caño Martin Peña area of San Juan (2021). 1st Prize: Mi casa Resistente National Design Competition.

“Enlace Resiliente” is an affordable, sustainable and resilient home prototype for the victims of Hurricane María in the Caño Martin Peña area of San Juan (2021). 1st Prize: Mi casa Resistente National Design Competition.

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URBAN-e is the 2nd prototype for a solar/electric urban micro-car based on a French chassis redesigned/repurposed for Urbano Green Works in Puerto Rico by Abruña & Musgrave.

URBAN-e is the 2nd prototype for a solar/electric urban micro-car based on a French chassis redesigned/repurposed for Urbano Green Works in Puerto Rico by Abruña & Musgrave.

URBAN-e is the 2nd prototype for a solar/electric urban micro-car based on a French chassis redesigned/repurposed for Urbano Green Works in Puerto Rico by Abruña & Musgrave.

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Eco Academic Community for the University of Puerto Rico North Botanical Gardens includes energy and water autonomy from the utilities and a non-visible road network. The entrance facades to all apartments in each cluster is through a central vegetated park.

Eco Academic Community for the University of Puerto Rico North Botanical Gardens includes energy and water autonomy from the utilities and a non-visible road network. The entrance facades to all apartments in each cluster is through a central vegetated park.

Eco Academic Community for the University of Puerto Rico North Botanical Gardens includes energy and water autonomy from the utilities and a non-visible road network. The entrance facades to all apartments in each cluster is through a central vegetated park.

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BrightShade Eco Window Patented in 2014. AIA Award.

BrightShade Eco Window Patented in 2014. AIA Award.

BrightShade Eco Window Patented in 2014. AIA Award.

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EcoHab Experimental Houses 1st LEED Gold for Homes and Energy Star Certified Homes in the Caribbean.

EcoHab Experimental Houses 1st LEED Gold for Homes and Energy Star Certified Homes in the Caribbean.

EcoHab Experimental Houses 1st LEED Gold for Homes and Energy Star Certified Homes in the Caribbean.

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Electric and Solar Cars for Urbano Green Works AIA Award.

Electric and Solar Cars for Urbano Green Works AIA Award.

Electric and Solar Cars for Urbano Green Works AIA Award.

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House of The Horizon Eco House Lajas PR Home of the Year Award Green Builder Magazine Ocean View.

House of The Horizon Eco House Lajas PR Home of the Year Award Green Builder Magazine Ocean View.

House of The Horizon Eco House Lajas PR Home of the Year Award Green Builder Magazine Ocean View.

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House of The Horizon Eco House Lajas PR Main Favade Home of the Year Award Green Builder Magazine.

House of The Horizon Eco House Lajas PR Main Favade Home of the Year Award Green Builder Magazine.

House of The Horizon Eco House Lajas PR Main Favade Home of the Year Award Green Builder Magazine.

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La Casa de los Patios San Germás PR Private Residence 2021 (Unbuilt).

La Casa de los Patios San Germás PR Private Residence 2021 (Unbuilt).

La Casa de los Patios San Germás PR Private Residence 2021 (Unbuilt).

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Mi Casa Resistente Home for Victims of Hurricane María Home of The Year Award Green Builder Magazine Premio Obra Construida Bienal de Arquitectura de PR.

Mi Casa Resistente Home for Victims of Hurricane María Home of The Year Award Green Builder Magazine Premio Obra Construida Bienal de Arquitectura de PR.

Mi Casa Resistente Home for Victims of Hurricane María Home of The Year Award Green Builder Magazine Premio Obra Construida Bienal de Arquitectura de PR.

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Niños Uniendo al Mundo Eco School Caguas PR EPA Environmental Quality Award 2000.

Niños Uniendo al Mundo Eco School Caguas PR EPA Environmental Quality Award 2000.

Niños Uniendo al Mundo Eco School Caguas PR EPA Environmental Quality Award 2000.

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San Sebastián #107 Old San Juan Historic Restoration Office and Private Residence 1995.

San Sebastián #107 Old San Juan Historic Restoration Office and Private Residence 1995.

San Sebastián #107 Old San Juan Historic Restoration Office and Private Residence 1995.

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The Absent House 1st EcoHouse of PR 1999. Patio of the Sun and the Stars 1999.

The Absent House 1st EcoHouse of PR 1999. Patio of the Sun and the Stars 1999.

The Absent House 1st EcoHouse of PR 1999. Patio of the Sun and the Stars 1999.

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The Absent House 1st EcoHouse of PR 1999. Patio of the Sun and the Stars Top View.

The Absent House 1st EcoHouse of PR 1999. Patio of the Sun and the Stars Top View.

The Absent House 1st EcoHouse of PR 1999. Patio of the Sun and the Stars Top View.

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The Absent House 1st EcoHouse of PR 1999.

The Absent House 1st EcoHouse of PR 1999.

The Absent House 1st EcoHouse of PR 1999.

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