Ignacio Merino

Ignacio Merino is a Cantabrian architect known for his innovative designs that blend with natural landscapes. He graduated in 2014 and quickly made a name for himself with projects that challenge conventional architecture. His recent work, Villa Las Nubes, which elegantly hovers above a forest of pines in Sotogrande, has garnered international recognition, including awards from the WAN Awards and the Architecture Masterprize. Merino is driven by a desire to respect the environment and adapt to local conditions, often drawing inspiration from architectural greats like Frank Lloyd Wright. With his firm, Flow81, he aims to redefine luxury living while aspiring to achieve the prestigious Pritzker Prize in architecture.