In Development Episode 21 - Do Better Architecture with Armando Hernandez

In Development Podcast

In today's episode, Mariah and Ryan talk to Armando Hernandez, Principal and Owner of Dualita Architecture. Armando has built his design style on having no preconceived notions about where he will end up but what is right for the site and the client. He has proven that you can design beautiful projects and make the numbers work which he has showcased in his work in various styles of development. Armando explains to Ryan and Mariah his philosophy of Do Better and how it helps him continuously grow and challenge his style. He sees questioning how we do things as a key aspect of Doing Better. Listen in to learn more about Armando's experiences in Mexico, Spain and Canada have shaped his designs.

Armando Hernandez is a Registered Architect. He was born in Guadalajara, Mexico, where he studied architecture at Tec de Monterrey and then went to Barcelona to obtain his Master's from the Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya. During this period, he was a guest lecturer at Naples University in Italy, where he spoke about contemporaneity and memory in architecture during a seminar exploring heritage and tradition.

When he returned to Guadalajara, he became a professor at Tec de Monterrey for six years, teaching design and theory, before moving to Canada in 2013, where he worked for firms like L7 architecture, Dialog and Stantec before starting his firm in 2019; Dualita Architecture.

He is passionate about design and creating spaces that enhance people's lives. He believes that good design is critical in creating a better society. Currently, he is working in different building typologies, from multifamily buildings to industrial facilities. He is a proud father of a 4-year-old girl and a 7-year-old boy and loves spending time with them when he is not at the office.