“The architect’s vision must be global, universal and therefore local,” Carlos Raúl Villanueva taught. Piuarch’s method is based on always looking at what happens in different countries, in different climatic regions, so as to absorb ideas, construction models, experiments and stimuli regarding materials and forms, exploring many suggestions with the idea of projecting an architecture with universal values. The projects carried out in Italy, Russia, France, the United States and the Far East each have their own identity, but maintain a constant tension between their place of origin and an international approach.

The relationship with the setting is interwoven with and enriched by references to the history of architecture and to artistic movements such as the geometric abstractionism of the latter half of the 20th century and kineticism, and that of Venezuelan origin in particular. The transposition of these styles is explored in relation to the avant-garde and subsequently translated into compositional material for the designs. The quoting of these schools or trends has thus helped to inspire in different ways the expressive forms of buildings and designs that have developed over time.

Piuarch’s work is in keeping with the concreteness of “making” architecture: a commitment to the good practice of the profession and to the building of high quality parts of the urban fabric, often for attentive private clients, eager to produce works with an international flavor. The most significant assignments are developed and nurtured by a constructive dialogue with the client, often of long duration: an example of this are the projects developed for Dolce&Gabbana and many other high fashion brands. Thus the experiences of international competitions sponsored by private organizations interested in the way Piuarch faces a project come together with work on details and with the ability to interpret the setting with a recognizable but understated image.

Piuarch expresses the ability to identify and coordinate top professional skills in the management of each design process. The defining of work teams, which include experts in the various areas to be integrated, is enriched by the studio members’ constant updating on the most advanced construction technologies, materials, products for systems control and energy saving. Local partners in different area contexts ensure the correct management of the different organization of work abroad and in support of local regulations.