Vivas Arquitectos is an architecture office based in Barcelona, founded in 2006 by César Vivas and Cristian Vivas. Their work spans from conceptual design to full project development, frequently collaborating with experts in various technical fields. The firm’s approach is multidisciplinary and pragmatic, addressing projects at a territorial, urban, architectural, and design scale. They prioritize formal, spatial, and functional concerns alongside economic, environmental, and social factors, aiming for the sustainable development of each project.
Vivas Arquitectos has been recognized for its work in public architecture, social housing, and facilities that address acute social needs. Notable recent projects include the Temporary Accommodation Center for Homeless Women in Barcelona’s Sarrià-Sant Gervasi district, a 3,012 m² facility designed to support social reintegration with spaces for both day and night use, and capacity for up to 100 women. This project was awarded in the 2024 CSCAE Architecture Awards for its professional and ethical values.
Other current examples include 67 social housing units in Illa Glòries, Barcelona, designed in partnership with Pau Vidal, featuring communal spaces and environmental efficiency. They have also completed 45 industrialized social housing units in Carrer Marroc, prioritizing bioclimatic strategies and modular construction.
The firm has received distinctions such as the “Europe 40 under 40” and regular award nominations for projects ranging from cooperative residential buildings to urban master plans. Today, Vivas Arquitectos continues to work on large residential projects, facility renovations, and urban regenerations, maintaining a focus on social impact and technically grounded solutions.