Architectural Model Maker and Educator
Gilberto Ruiz Lopes is a distinguished architectural model maker and educator whose meticulous craftsmanship has contributed to several high-profile architectural projects across Europe. His expertise in creating detailed scale models has been instrumental in visualizing complex architectural designs, facilitating better understanding and communication among architects, clients, and stakeholders. Notably, Ruiz Lopes crafted the presentation model for the Rozafa Tower in Shkodra, Albania, a collaborative project between renowned Spanish architecture firms Selgascano and FRPO. This 39,000-square-meter mixed-use tower, characterized by its vibrant, fractured façade and integration with the surrounding landscape, was the winning entry in an international competition.
