Powerlist Creative 30 2024: Alina Valcarce, Founder & Design Director, VALCARCE ARCHITECTS, Ranks 23rd

Alina Valcarce, the visionary Founder and Design Director of Valcarce Architects, has rapidly emerged as a prominent figure in the Middle East’s architectural scene. Combining innovative design, sustainability, and a deep passion for creating extraordinary spaces, Alina is set to reshape the region’s architectural landscape.

Born in Cuba, raised in Spain, and with extensive professional experience in the UK, China, India, Vietnam, and the Middle East, Alina brings a global perspective to her work. Her international experiences have not only broadened her architectural perspective but also given her the CREATIVE POWERLIST FOUNDER & DESIGN DIRECTOR/ VALCARCE ARCHITECTS ALINA VALCARCE COVE RESIDENTIAL ALINA VALCARCE, FOUNDER AND DESIGN DIRECTOR, VALCARCE ARCHITECTS 23 BROUGHT TO YOU BY DESIGN MIDDLE EAST | OCTOBER 2024 design-middleeast.com 49 unique ability to incorporate many cultural themes into her designs.

Since establishing Valcarce Architects, Alina has built a firm known for its creativity, innovation, and dedication to sustainability. In just a short period, her work has captured the attention of some of the region’s most prominent stakeholders, and her projects are already leaving a lasting impression. The firm’s ethos of merging modern aesthetics with a deep connection to the environment is seen in every detail of their designs with current projects in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Maldives, and Miami; In recognition of its visionary approach, Valcarce Architects was named the Emerging Architecture Firm of the Year 2024 by Design Middle East and earned the title of Best Luxury Architecture Company of the Year by the Luxury Lifestyle Award.

Alina’s personal achievements echo the success of her firm. She was recently recognised as one of the Top 200 Most Powerful Women by International White Page, highlighting her influence not just in architecture, but also in the broader business world. Her talents have long been recognised, as early as 2018 when she was honoured as one of the Best Designers in Asia Under 40.

lief in architecture as a dialogue between nature and human life. This approach is evident in her diverse portfolio, where organic forms, natural materials, and environmental considerations come together to create buildings that are as functional as they are beautiful. Her recent residential projects, like Cove Residences in Dubailand and Beach Walk on Dubai Islands, are prime examples of how her architectural designs seamlessly integrate with landscape.

PROJECTS LIKE GAIAARE MAKING A BOLD STATEMENT ABOUT THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE.

Alina’s ongoing project, Gaia – Luxury Habitat, takes this commitment to nature even further. This innovative project uses prefabricated structures designed to blend harmoniously with the environment while reducing waste and contributing to the goal of achieving net-zero carbon cities. Projects like Gaiaare making a bold statement about the future of sustainable architecture.

What truly distinguishes Alina is her unwavering commitment to pushing the limits of architectural design. Her projects are not only transforming the cities she works in but also redefining the way we perceive space, sustainability, and the intricate relationship between people and their built environments.

Alina’s journey is a testament to her passion, vision, and determination. In just a few years, she has achieved what many only aspire to, yet her story is still unfolding. With an expanding portfolio and an unwavering dedication to excellence, the future for both Alina Valcarce and Valcarce Architects is exceptionally bright. Her work inspires architects in the Middle East and the global architectural community.