An OAB Company

Ethos

What makes us different

We are the collective

At ELIA, we take on large-scale projects in any context around the world. Our designs are distinctive, timeless, and aimed at improving people’s lives through space. We are a multidisciplinary collective of innovative thinkers who are always looking towards the future.

Our philosophy centers on cognitive architecture, where we view every surface as an opportunity to bring together and expand life in meaningful ways. We believe in creating spaces that are not only protective but also interconnected to their immediate realities, bringing together space, life, and innovation.

In today’s world, we are more interconnected than ever before to the planet, people, media, technology, the environment, and new challenges. We approach each project with this interconnectedness in mind, creating custom solutions that reflect the unique needs and aspirations of our clients. Architecture for a brave new world.

OAB-ELIA

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

The Values We Live By

Innovation

We strive to challenge conventions and think outside the box to create designs that push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Collaboration

We believe in the power of teamwork and actively seek out diverse perspectives to create better designs that meet the needs of all stakeholders.

Sustainability

We are committed to creating designs that are environmentally responsible and sustainable for future generations.

Excellence

We are dedicated to achieving excellence in everything we do, from design to client service.

Data-driven

We use data to inform our design decisions, ensuring that our solutions are effective and efficient.

Integrity

We operate with the utmost integrity and ethical standards, treating all stakeholders with respect and honesty.

Selfless

We prioritize the needs and goals of our clients and society above our own, always acting in their best interests.

Rooted

We consider the unique cultural, social, and environmental context of each project, creating designs that are respectful and sensitive to their surroundings.

GET TO KNOW US

Our People, Your Team

Borja Ferrater - Founding Partner - CEO

Borja Ferrater

CEO

Ignasi-Fontcuberta

Ignasi Fontcuberta

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Guillem Vilalta - Founding Partner - DESIGN DIRECTOR

Guillem Vilalta

PROJECT LEADER

Alberto Penín - Founding Partner - DESIGN DIRECTOR

Alberto Penín

PROJECT ADVISOR

Xavier Martí - Founding Partner - DESIGN DIRECTOR

Xavier Martí

PROJECT ADVISOR

Daniel Rincón - CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER

Daniel Rincón

CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER

Albert Alegre - CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Albert Alegre

ADMINISTRATION DIRECTOR

Carlota Aluja

COMMUNICATION DIRECTOR

NILS TIMMERMAN

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

ESTEL ORTEGA

PROJECTS DIRECTOR

Núria Ayala - SENIOR ARCHITECT

Núria Ayala

PROJECTS DIRECTOR

Joan Cusachs - INTERIOR DESIGNER DIRECTOR

JOAN CUSACHS

INTERIOR DESIGNER DIRECTOR

David Abondano - SENIOR ARCHITECT

DAVID ABONDANO

SENIOR ARCHITECT

GUSTAVO FIGUEIRA

SENIOR ARCHITECT

FORENT BASTIDE

MOTION GRAPHIC DESIGNER

maría Judith salvador

ARCHITECT & COMMUNICATION

waldo cargía

ENGINEER & STRATEGIC CONSULTANT

Abdulhadi Jawad Alhelal - SENIOR ARCHITECT

ABDULHADI JAWAD

SENIOR ARCHITECT

Federico Prieto - SENIOR ARCHITECT

Federico Prieto

SENIOR ARCHITECT

Pablo Ayala - SENIOR ARCHITECT

PABLO AYALA

SENIOR ARCHITECT

Josep Lluis i Ginovart - HERITAGE EXPERT

Josep Lluis i Ginovart

HERITAGE EXPERT

Filipp Ramirez - SPORTS EXPERT

Filipp Ramirez

SPORTS EXPERT

Enrique Rovira-Beleta - ACCESSIBILITY EXPERT

Enrique Rovira-Beleta

ACCESSIBILITY EXPERT

EDUARD SIMÓN

WRITER & DOCUMENTALIST

Dinda Divamba - ARCHITECT

DINDA DIVAMBA

BUSINESS & COMERCIAL

Oriol Ruiz - MEP DIRECTOR

Oriol Ruiz

MEP DIRECTOR

Cristina Muñoz - BIM MANAGER

Cristina Muñoz

BIM SENIOR ARCHITECT

DANIEL VILLACIS

ARCHITECT

Erik Wilberg - ARCHITECT

Erik Wilberg

ARCHITECT & 3D ARTIST

Teodora Rumenova

ARCHITECT

Yuri Espada

BIM ARCHITECT

Inés Schlayer - ARCHITECT

Inés Schlayer

ARCHITECT

Nuka Mgeladze

ARCHITECT

MARTINA MUSACCHIO

ARCHITECT

PABLO GUTIERREZ

ARCHITECT

SEHAJ KAUR BRAR

BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL

Ginevra Giammetta - ARCHITECT

Ginevra Giammetta

ARCHITECT

Marina Ollé - SENIOR ARCHITECT

Marina Ollé

BIM SENIOR ARCHITECT

Montse Trilla

SENIOR ARCHITECT

avier Valenzuela - ARCHITECT

Javier Valenzuela

SENIOR ARCHITECT

LUCAS ESCUDERO

ARCHITECT

Jorge Galindo - ARCHITECT

JORGE GALINDO

ARCHITECT

Julia Sáez - SENIOR ARCHITECT

Julia Sáez

SENIOR ARCHITECT

JOAN GUILLAMAT

ARCHITECT & PHOTOGRAPHER

alejandro morales

junior architect

Laura Gómez - ARCHITECT

Laura Gómez

BIM ARCHITECT

Cinta Lluis - PRESERVATION EXPERT

CINTA LLUIS I GINOVART

PRESERVATION SPECIALIST

Arnau Costa - TECHNICAL ARCHITECT

Arnau Costa

TECHNICAL ARCHITECT

Anna Fernández - TECHNICAL ARCHITECT

Anna Fernández

TECHNICAL ARCHITECT

Oriol Torra - ENGINEER

Oriol Torra

ENGINEER

Gisela Folch - ADMINISTRATION

Gisela Folch

ADMINISTRATION

Judith Gabarró

financial controller

DIEGO DÍAZ

SENIOR ARCHITECT

ALBA ÁLBAREZ

JUNIOR ARCHITECT

ÓSCAR ESTÉVEZ

SENIOR ARCHITECT

MOHAmmed Elnabarawy

ARCHITECT & ARTIST 3D

Angela Wu

EXPANSION MANAGER