Carlos Alek Iriarte III

I come from a mixed family that is predominantly of Mexican descent in which I grew up along the Foothills of Los Angeles County. I am currently studying Architecture and Architectural Engineering at the University of San Francisco. Although design is my passion, I find myself invested in theory that exposes anomalies in the design process. I've partook in a multitude of residential and commercial projects along with personal design projects which continues to solidify my interest in the field of design through internships, research, and my studies. I've always been interested in starting up my own firm which is predicated upon my opinions in what I believe is the future of the built environment. These beliefs continue to be impactful in my design concepts along with personal decisions to study abroad, publish research, and study both Engineering and Architecture. On a larger scale as I continue to establish myself, I aspire to be a voice and figure of Mexican-American Angeleno's in the industry of Architecture as they makeup a large minority in Los Angeles that continue to be deprived of their origin and hard work.