Juan Rovalo

Juan recognizes that the power of design comes with enormous responsibility. “We have to acknowledge our ability to make a meaningful difference,” he says. “The world as we know it has been shaped by design, but it’s always open to reinvention.” With the knowledge and insight we have today, he believes we can do better: Design has the potential to heal people and the environment, as long as it’s rooted in ecological awareness, responds to complex needs, and leaves room for innovative solutions.

Raised in Mexico in a family of architects and artists, Juan developed a profound respect for local culture and Indigenous practices, which he carries into his work every day. He thrives on convening diverse thinkers to design places that are collaborative, ethical, culturally sensitive, and ecologically restorative.