2026 Arquitectos Colectivos Symposium Recap
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2026 ARQUITECTOS
COLECTIVOS SYMPOSIUM RECAP.

A gathering of voices, ideas, and communities shaping the future of architecture. Thank you to everyone who made this year's Colectivos Symposium possible.

September 23–24, 2026Chicago, IllinoisCliff Dwellers · Virtual Presentations & In-Person Closing Reception
01 / Keynote Speaker

Thank you,
Javier Senosiain.

We are honored to have welcomed Javier Senosiain as the keynote speaker for Colectivos 2026. An influential Mexican architect and a leading voice in organic architecture, Senosiain has challenged conventional design through imaginative spaces inspired by nature, landscape, and the human experience.

His remarkable work—including Casa Orgánica, Nautilus, and Nido de Quetzalcóatl—reminds us that architecture can be expressive, deeply human, and inseparable from its environment. Thank you for sharing your vision and inspiring our community.

Explore Javier’s architecture
Javier Senosiain, 2026 Arquitectos Colectivos keynote speaker
02 / Legacy Award

Celebrating
Juan Gabriel Moreno.

2026 Arquitectos Legacy Award Recipient

Congratulations to Juan Gabriel Moreno, founder and president of JGMA, on receiving the 2026 Arquitectos Legacy Award.

Since founding JGMA in Chicago in 2010, Moreno has championed bold, community-centered architecture that reflects cultural identity and creates opportunities for the people it serves. His work and leadership demonstrate the lasting impact architects can have beyond individual buildings—through mentorship, representation, and investment in communities.

We are proud to recognize his contributions and celebrate the legacy he continues to build.

Explore JGMA’s recent projects
Juan Gabriel Moreno, 2026 Arquitectos Legacy Award recipient
03 / Virtual Presentations · 09/23

Ideas shared.
Perspectives expanded.

Our sincere thanks to the architects, designers, firms, and presenters who contributed to the virtual program. Your knowledge and generosity made the conversations possible.

Luis Enrique Aparicio Perspectiva Aérea · Presentation
CannonDesign Tomás Cantú-Martínez · Erica Fierro · Kelly Guzman · Roberto Cruz Niemiec
Alejandro Haiek Coll Lab-Pro-Fab · Presentation
Kawneer Henry Taylor · Continuing education presentation
Katherine Darnstadt Latent Design · Fireside chat
Tomás R. Ortiz ORTO Architecture · Presentation
Miyamoto International Giulia Jole · Presentation
Mónica Ponce de León MPdL Studio · Presentation
04 / With Gratitude

Thank you to
our event sponsors.

Colectivos is made possible through the commitment of partners who believe in connection, representation, and a stronger architecture community. We are grateful for your support.

05 / Colectivos Committee

The people behind
Colectivos.

Our sincere thanks to Anjelica Hope Perez and Pierina Nathaly Brunner of the Colectivos Committee for their dedication and leadership in organizing this year’s symposium and reception.

From bringing people and ideas together to shaping an evening of recognition and connection, your work helped make Colectivos 2026 possible. Thank you for giving your time, creativity, and care to our community.

Colectivos Committee with Arquitectos President Julia Mosqueda

Left: Anjelica Hope Perez · Center: Julia Mosqueda, President · Right: Pierina Nathaly Brunner

06 / Student Volunteers

The next generation
showed up.

To our student volunteers: thank you for bringing your time, energy, and enthusiasm to Colectivos 2026. From welcoming guests to helping the event run smoothly, your contributions mattered.

Arquitectos is committed to creating spaces where emerging professionals can participate, connect with leaders, and see themselves in the future of the profession. We are grateful you were part of this year's gathering.

Student volunteers at the 2026 Arquitectos Colectivos Symposium
Until we gather again

Thank you for being
part of Colectivos.

To our attendees, speakers, honorees, sponsors, organizers, and volunteers: thank you for showing what is possible when our community comes together. We look forward to continuing these conversations and building what comes next—together.

Looking ahead

We can’t wait for 2027.

Interested in sponsoring, presenting, volunteering, or getting involved with Colectivos 2027? We’d love to hear from you.

Get involved for 2027 ↗

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