Pablo R. Quiñones Cordero, AIA NCARB CAAPPR SME

Pablo R. Quiñones Cordero is a seasoned architect with expertise deeply rooted in a rich tapestry of
experiences across different cities. Armed with a B.S. in Architecture from Louisiana State
University and a multifaceted educational background that include fundamentals in Civil and
Industrial Engineering, Pablo’s journey has been marked by an insatiable quest for architectural
excellence. His 38-year plus career and professional practice span many cities and professional
engagements, each contributing uniquely to his expansive perspective on architectural design.

As a licensed practicing architect, his professional journey encompassed projects in various cities
of Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands and consulting-design services in Miami, Florida, all
providing distinct insights into architectural nuances and design ethos. He also collaborated in
iconic Miami projects alongside prominent and international preservation architects such as Richard Heisenbottle and Hilario Candela for the Miami Marine Stadium restoration efforts, Dyer Court House, Carl Fisher Clubhouse, among others.  (See below "Related Collaborations")

Through his varied practice, he delved into hospitality, multi-Family residential, educational,
institutional, urban design projects and entered the intricate world of historic preservation/adaptive
reuse design. His hospitality project Ponce Hilton Resort and Convention Center won awards for the use of exposed architectural concrete, and the current building is mostly intact through the test of time. His portfolio includes numerous buildings and offices within the Capitol of Puerto Rico, restoration works at La Fortaleza—the Governor’s Mansion—an extensive range of educational facilities from schools to universities, civic and urban projects such as Plaza San Juan Bautista, elderly housing developments, and historic restoration of churches, civic projects such as Plaza San Juan Bautista. His professional trajectory reflects a steadfast commitment to architectural excellence, heritage preservation, and the delivery of resilient, community-centered environments.

The historic preservation projects he has completed thus far involved sensible interventions of significant nationally registered buildings with endorsement and collaboration of the Puerto Rico Institute of Culture’s built Patrimony Department and the State Historic Preservation Office. His professional expertise has led him to lecture on the topic of historic preservation at the Colegio de Arquitectos y Arquitectos Paisajistas de Puerto Rico’s and in the Capitol of Puerto Rico, to inspire awareness of the delegated legacy. In his practice he also performed Construction Management Services for the: Autoridad del Financiamiento de la Infraestructura (Puerto Rico Infrastructure Financing Authority (PRIFA)), State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and the Puerto Rico Institute of Culture, in significant projects with demanding completion dates and limited budgets.

Pablo’s career trajectory showcases his adaptability and profound appreciation for varied
architectural styles, honed through professional practice since 1985. This extensive journey,
coupled with accolades, underscores his commitment to architectural finesse across multiple
challenges and urban environments. Through his membership in esteemed organizations like the
American Institute of Architects- Puerto Rico, Miami and Florida Chapters and the Colegio de
Arquitectos y Arquitectos Paisajistas de Puerto Rico, Pablo Quiñones continues to bridge cities
and architectural philosophies, offering a unique, multifaceted vision that enriches the architectural
landscape.