BUILD - Architecture Awards 2017

112 Build 2017 Architecture Awards R-EE is a global architecture and industrial design firm with offices in New York, which focus on industrial design only, and Mexico City, where staff focus on architecture and design. With Founder Fernando Romero being one of the most talented architects of his generation, the company is marching ahead with its plan to be one of the leading architecture companies in Mexico and across the globe. With a commitment to transforming historic, social, economic and environmental contexts into contemporary urban destinations, FR-EE’s projects have attracted millions of visitors, with the company garnering critical attention for its approach. The projects have had a positive impact in cities and communities, with an increase in visitors and attractions coming into the area. Over the years, the firm has proposed and completed projects in a number of countries which encompass different programs and contexts, mostly from museums and office buildings to dense urban centers and the desert. Head of the firm, Mr Romero, is recognized as one of the leading architects of his generation. He was named a Global Leader of Tomorrow at the World Best Global Architecture & Industrial Design Firm – North America FR-EE is an innovative and ambitious architecture firm with an experienced team and a global perspective. We profiled the firm and its team to find out more about its success and the work it does for clients. Contact: Susana Hernandez Contact Email: [email protected] Address:Av. Paseo de la Reforma, 412 Col. Juarez 06600, Mexico DF Website: www.fr-ee.org/ AR170122 F Economic Forum in 2002, one of the 50 Most Influential Designers by Fast Company in 2012 and became an Honorary Fellow of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) in 2013. Having this level of success alongside his wealth of experience highlights what Fernando brings to the firm, meaning he can exert his influence amongst his staff, which contributes to the highly successful nature of the firm. Using architecture as a tool to translate historical context in the current society and culture, FR-EE focuses on defining striking concepts which comply with the ambition of its clients and in some cases, surpasses their requirements. Ensuring it can realise the projects it undertakes and complete to clients’ full satisfaction, staff undertake extensive technological and social research, showing a commitment to sustainability and an unprecedented use of structures and materials. The firm’s approach is to work with collaborative, multidisciplinary teams in a hybrid, hands-on process which helps to truly embody contemporary architecture.