Cecilia Puga

Chilean architect (b. 1961), known for contextual and material-driven designs.

Biography

Born in Santiago, Puga studied at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. She founded Cecilia Puga Arquitectura.

Architectural Philosophy

Puga’s philosophy emphasizes contextual design and materiality, responding to Chile’s landscapes.

Core Contributions

• Specialized in contextual design and residential architecture.
• Notable works:
  • Casa Bahía Azul (Chile, 2007, residence).
  • Palacio Pereira (Santiago, 2016, civic).
  • Casa P (Chile, 2010, residence).

Architectural Connections

• Latin American: Chilean modernist tradition.
• Residential: Homes.
• Civic: Public buildings.

Influence and Legacy

Puga’s contextual designs influenced Patricia Patiño Vega. Her work promotes Latin American architecture.

Related Architects & Works

Patricia Patiño Vega (related architect), Carlos Raúl Villanueva (related architect), Materiality (element), Contemporary (period)