Architect Manuel Ruiz Moriche is once again featured in FORBES magazine, where he shares his vision of emotional architecture, sustainability and design adapted to the environment. In this interview, he delves into the current challenges of architecture and his commitment to creating spaces that fuse luxury, nature and wellbeing.
Manuel Ruiz Moriche, co-founder of ARK Architects, has established his reputation in Europe by creating homes that are not only functional, but deeply emotional. For him, architecture is much more than erecting buildings: it is about designing experiences that enhance people’s lives and bring them happiness.
Architecture and environment: a constant dialogue
One of the fundamental pillars of Manuel Ruiz’s philosophy is the interaction between architecture and its natural surroundings. According to the architect, ‘the environment and nature are the starting point for any project’. In this sense, respect for the site, light and indigenous materials are essential for the design to integrate perfectly with the environment, minimising its invasive impact.
Sustainability and luxury: a necessary balance
The architect has defined himself as an advocate of sustainability since the beginning of his career. His sustainable approach is reflected in the use of natural materials, such as stone and chemically unprocessed wood, as well as energy-efficient construction techniques. This quest to create homes in harmony with nature does not sacrifice luxury, but redefines it as a quiet luxury, where craftsmanship and exclusive details take centre stage.
The client: co-creator of the project
At ARK Architects, clients play a crucial role. Manuel Ruiz Moriche, featured in Forbes magazine, states that, although they are usually people with high purchasing power and used to leading, in this process they must trust the architect to guide them towards the materialisation of their dreams. ‘The architect must put himself in the client’s shoes’, to understand their desires and give them shape through design.
Trends in architecture for 2024
Manuel Ruiz Moriche believes that architecture does not follow fashions, but must be coherent, well-built and true to its principles. However, he sees a growing trend towards designing homes that integrate with nature, a desire to return to the origins and surround oneself with more natural environments. In addition, sustainability continues to be a priority, with clients increasingly committed to the environment and healthy lifestyles.
This article summarises the main ideas expressed by Manuel Ruiz Moriche in the interview, highlighting his humanistic, sustainable and emotional approach to architecture.
Here you can read the full interview in Forbes magazine.
