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Ezequiel Aguilar Martínez
The architect graduated from Universidad Iberoamericana Puebla and holds a master’s degree in Urban Management and Transformation from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia and the Metropolitan Centre for Sustainable Architecture in Mexico.
Founding partner and director of Metarquitectura (2009), a studio specialised in architectural design with notable participation in both national and international project competitions. Founding partner and design director of Triplet (2017) and founding partner and general director of TEAM Taller Ezequiel Aguilar Martínez (2023).
In 2012, he was selected to participate in the International Urban Planning Workshop, Les Ateliers, in France. At the 2012 Puebla Architecture Biennial, he won three first-place awards in the commercial, cultural, and educational categories. Since 2015, Ezequiel has been a full member of the National Academy of Architecture, Puebla Chapter. In 2016, he was recognised by the municipal government during the Puebla City of Design Festival as an example of successful creative businesses. In 2020, he was awarded first place at the Ephemeral Interventions Patio Festival. In 2024, he was a finalist at the Quito Biennial with the Los Pacheco housing project.
The works and projects of Metarquitectura, Triplet, and TEAM have been published and featured in various national and international architectural media outlets.
Practice Ideology
The architectural practice embraces a philosophy rooted in exploration, dialogue, and reflection, valuing architecture as both a process and an outcome. Each project begins with a deep engagement with its context—geographical, historical, and cultural—allowing the architects to create designs that are not just visually compelling but also resonate with their surroundings. Their emphasis on materiality ensures that each project communicates and connects with its environment, employing materials that age gracefully and contribute to sustainable practices.
Sustainability is not a concept they view as optional but as integral to our work. From the early stages of design to construction, they prioritize approaches that minimize environmental impact while fostering long-term value. This commitment to sustainability is aligned with their focus on natural light, ventilation, and the integration of passive design strategies.
The studio thrives on collaboration and teamwork, valuing the collective knowledge and creativity of our architects, clients, and consultants. They see leadership as an opportunity to foster innovation and encourage a dynamic exchange of ideas, ensuring that every voice adds value to the process.
Processes are at the heart of what they do. Whether it’s the iterative design process, rigorous construction methodologies, or thoughtful client collaboration, we see each stage as an opportunity for learning and innovation. This focus extends to the experiential qualities of our projects, where light, texture, and spatial composition work in harmony to shape meaningful and dynamic environments.
Ultimately, the studio’s goal is to create architecture that transcends function, sparking conversations and leaving lasting impressions. They aim to design spaces that enrich lives, respect the past, and look towards a sustainable and inspiring future. Each project, regardless of scale, reflects this commitment to thoughtful, responsible, and innovative architectural practice.
