KELLY GUITIERREZ

My name is Kelly Gutiérrez Martínez, I am 27 years old and I am from Lima, Peru.

I studied Architecture and Urbanism at Ricardo Palma University. At the end of my educational career I was able to work on our final thesis with my friend. We managed to obtain excellent qualifications and the most rewarding part was knowing that we would be getting our architecture degree. Ever since I graduated I’ve have had the opportunity to work for different construction companies and design studios, as well as develop projects independently. During 2020 I discovered my passion for digital illustration, which I now combine with architecture representing projects in a more artistic and creative way.

Arch-life

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BEYOND

I love to train every morning. It makes me feel strong and full of energy for the whole day.

VIRTUAL

I have found that I love working from home. Now it's just me and my computer.

MENTAL

When I feel stressed, I prefer to take a break, breathe consciously, and meditate for a few minutes if it is possible.

PHYSICAL

I start the mornings with a little meditation and then I do different strength routines to strengthen my whole body, and on the weekends I do yoga.

BOUNDARIES

I do almost everything in my room. Sleep, gym, yoga, work.

NEIGHBORHOOD

I can see a beautiful park and many classic buildings from my window.

EXPECTATIONS

I never imagined that I would make a 4 meter long model floating on steel cables.

What is one change you want to see happen this year in the architecture profession/academia?

I would like architecture workshops to encourage students to use design programs from the first cycles, since then when they leave university, they would have many powerful tools to perform in the workplace.