Iván Pérez-Rosselló
Architect & Artist
Photo by Tobin Smith Architect, Visit to the Chinati Foundation in 2002, Ivan Perez-Rossello featured in lower left corner
Welcome to my website, where I showcase my love for architecture, art, design, and innovation. This platform highlights my projects and thoughts on modern art, design, and technology.
As a curious and open-minded person, I aim to inspire others with similar interests through my creative endeavors. This website is not intended for commercial purposes but serves as a space to celebrate creativity and innovation. I have my independent artistic practice and work as an architect leading architectural projects in Dallas, Texas, for Gignac Architects.
For private art viewings, please get in touch with me at info@ivanperezrossello.com. Please get in touch with me through Gignac Architects' email for architectural work: iperezro@gignac-architects.com.
Sincerely,
IPR
Bio
Iván Pérez-Rosselló is an architect, artist, and educator whose multifaceted career spans over two decades of exceptional contributions to architecture and design. A licensed architect in Texas and certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Board, Pérez-Rosselló has earned a reputation for his innovative and artistic approach to Corporate, Retail, and Hospitality design.
Born and raised in San Juan Puerto Rico, Pérez-Rosselló holds degrees from Cornell University and Harvard University. He was awarded the Silver Charles Goodwin Sands Memorial Medal and the Union of International Architects student award for the redesign of downtown Beirut. His architectural practice is characterized by a strong emphasis on collaboration with clients, resulting in spaces that are not only visually stunning but also functional, sustainable, and reflective of their unique brand and culture.
Pérez-Rosselló's design philosophy is anchored in the belief that architecture transcends the functional to become an art form in its own right. This philosophy is evident in his numerous award-winning projects, which have garnered him peer recognition and a highly sought-after status within the industry. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Pérez-Rosselló has been a dedicated educator, imparting his knowledge and passion for design at several esteemed institutions.
Beyond his architectural practice, Pérez-Rosselló is an accomplished artist with a deep affinity for the natural world. His artistic journey was catalyzed by a self-guided pilgrimage to Marfa, Texas, in 2002, where he encountered the work of Donald Judd and the Chinati Foundation. The experience left an indelible impression on the artist and inspired him to explore the intersection of architecture and art.
Pérez-Rosselló's artistic oeuvre includes the series "Cielo y Tierra: Memory of the Sky and Earth," a collection of paintings that capture the essence of the West Texas landscape. Through his art, Pérez-Rosselló seeks to reconcile his tropical roots with the distinct beauty of West Texas, resulting in works that are imbued with a sense of wonder and reverence for the natural world.
In his series "Nostalgia Tropical," Pérez-Rosselló returns to his tropical origins, employing a symbolic and expressive style to depict his youth's lush and vibrant landscapes. Whether exploring the arid beauty of West Texas or the lush tropics, Pérez-Rosselló's work is a testament to the harmonious interplay between the built environment and the natural world.
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Education
Master of Architecture, Harvard University, Graduate School of Design (2003-2005)
Bachelor of Architecture, Cornell University, College of Art, Architecture and Planning (1997-2002)
Cornell University Rome Program (Spring 2000)
Registrations
Registered Architect, State of Texas (2011-Present)
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Certification (2011-Present)
Academic Teaching
Visiting Lecturer, Texas University Arlington, School of Architecture (Fall 2015)
Visiting Lecturer, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York (Spring 2013)
Professor of Industrial Design, Escuela de Artes Plásticas, San Juan, Puerto Rico (2008-2010)
Digital Design Consultant, University of Ponce, Ponce, Puerto Rico (2010)
Professor of Architecture, Polytechnic University, School of Architecture, San Juan, Puerto Rico (Fall 2009)
Professional
Architect, Gignac Architects, Dallas, Texas (2022-Present)
Senior Designer, Entos Design, Dallas, Texas (2018-2021)
Design Manager, Starbucks Coffee Company, Dallas, Texas (2013-2018)
Chief Architect, Miniwiz, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC (2011-2012)
Project Architect, BZ-Architects, San Juan, Puerto Rico (2008-2011)
Project Architect, Sierra, Cardona & Ferrer Architects (SCF), San Juan, Puerto Rico (2005-2008)
Architecture Intern, Gignac & Associates, Corpus Christi, Texas (2002-2003)
Honors and Awards
Winning Entry, American Institute of Architects (AIA) Dallas Chapter, Unbuilt Design Award, SecondShadow (2019)
Honorable Mention, No Video, Get Competition, Galería Nacional (2010)
Honorable Mention, Salvaging Paradise, USGBC Green Council of PR (2009)
First Prize, Urban Furniture Competition, Arte en Concreto CEMEX, Colegio de Arquitectos PR (2008)
Second Prize, Design Chair Competition, AIA Puerto Rico Chapter (2007)
First Prize, Recovering Beirut Competition, Union of International Architects (UIA) (2005)
First Prize, Lectern Design Competition, Harvard University, Graduate School of Design (2004)
Robert James Eidlitz Traveling Fellowship, Cornell University (2004)
Charles Goodwin Sands Memorial Silver Medal, Cornell University (2002)
Exhibitions
American Institute of Architects (AIA) Dallas Chapter, Unbuilt Design Award, SecondShadow (2019)
Get Competition, Galeria Nacional, National Museum of Puerto Rico (2011)
Circa BiAnual Art festival of Puerto Rico, AEIOU, Galeria Yemeya (2010)
Basurama, AEIOU, Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Puerto Rico (2009)
Union of International Architects (UIA), Dubai, ThyssenKrupp Architecture Award Competition (2009)
Universidad de Puerto Rico, BiSitios Bike Rack (2008)
Museo de Puerto Rico, AIA PR Architects Chair Competition (2007)
Union of International Architects (UIA), Recovering Beirut (2005)
Lectures
2019 - Second Shadow, Fundación por la Arquitectura de Puerto Rico, CAAPPR, San Juan, Puerto Rico
Spring 2013 - Figures Theme Lecture, Thumbnail Student Organization, Milstein Hall Auditorium, Cornell University
2012 - Ekotectura, Green and Sustainable Design Convention, Event Main Lecturer, Bogota, Colombia
2012 - Lecture: Quicktime Calabash, Red Room, Taipei, Taiwan
