Gonzalo Padilla Villamizar
About Gonzalo Padilla Villamizar
Gonzalo Padilla Villamizar is an Associate Designer and Architect currently working at ES DEVLIN DESIGN LIMITED since 2021, with previous experience at Foster + Partners and Gehry Partners, LLP. He holds a Master of Design Research from the Southern California Institute of Architecture and has a diverse educational background in architecture and fine arts.
Work at Foster and Partners
Gonzalo Padilla Villamizar has been associated with Foster + Partners since 2018, currently holding the position of Associate. His tenure at the firm follows a previous role as Architectural Assistant Part 2 from 2015 to 2018. During his time in London, he contributed to various architectural projects, enhancing his skills and expertise in the field.
Education and Expertise
Gonzalo Padilla Villamizar has a robust educational background in architecture. He earned a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) from the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) from 2009 to 2012. He furthered his studies at SCI-Arc, obtaining a Master of Design Research in Emerging Systems Technologies & Media in 2014. Additionally, he has completed various certifications, including Revit Architecture training at Autodesk Authorized Training Centers.
Background
Gonzalo Padilla Villamizar began his academic journey in biology at the University of Cordoba, Spain, from 2005 to 2007. He transitioned to architecture, studying at Broward Community College, where he received an Associate of Arts Degree. His diverse educational experiences have contributed to his multifaceted approach to design and architecture.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role at Foster + Partners, Gonzalo Padilla Villamizar gained experience at several notable firms. He worked as a Junior Architect at Gehry Partners, LLP in 2013 and as an Architectural Designer at West Edge Architects in 2014. He also served as a Teaching Assistant at SCI-Arc, focusing on fabrication and delineations, which provided him with valuable teaching and practical experience.
Current Role at ES DEVLIN DESIGN LIMITED
In addition to his position at Foster + Partners, Gonzalo Padilla Villamizar has been working at ES DEVLIN DESIGN LIMITED as an Associate Designer/Architect since 2021. This role allows him to further develop his design skills and contribute to innovative projects within the architectural community.