迭戈Camargo

迭戈Camargo is an instructor and the new FabLab Coordinator for the School of 拱itecture on the downtown 劳德代尔堡 Campus. 一个杰出的, 2001 alumnus of the school, he has a keen understanding of the program and is able to 应用 his real-world experience from the field to support student success. Diego has an extensive background working with several well-established firms in South Florida, such as Mateo 拱itecture and Glavovic Studio, where he worked alongside his mentor Margi Glavovic. He has participated in and managed various projects ranging from residential to institutional projects, such as the South Expansion of the 迈阿密 International Airport and ArtsPark in Young Circle. Diego focuses his research on public space, architectural infrastructure, digital tectonics, 制造, 和生物仿生, which is explored in several temporary art installations in the Wynwood Art District, 迈阿密. 除了, to his impressive work experience, he attained his master's degree in Advanced 拱itecture (Post Professional) from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia Barcelona, 西班牙. 迭戈说, "Once you do something through hard work, you can do interesting things. Once you do something nice, 良好的执行力, and the final product is attractive, it builds self-esteem and drives you to keep going."

Camargo is originally from Bogota, 哥伦比亚, and moved to 劳德代尔堡 to pursue a degree in architecture. He earned his associate’s degree at Broward College followed by a bachelor’s degree in 拱itecture at Florida Atlantic University. FAU offers a Bachelor of 拱itecture (B.拱.) which gives 学生 a clear path to licensure upon completion of their degree. This program attracted Diego because of the personalized and in-depth interaction with the faculty.

After completing his master’s degree, Diego worked as an adjunct professor of architecture at Florida Atlantic University and Florida International University. 而教学, he worked as a design consultant in various architectural projects, established relationships, and built his brand as a creator. Throughout his time at FAU, he was a member of the American Institute of 拱itectural 学生 (AIAS). This membership allowed him to stay connected to the latest trends in the field as well as to faculty and peers at other institutions.

Camargo loves what he does and finds that architecture is woven into his hobbies and leisure time such as film, 摄影, music and traveling to new places to enjoy the culture and receive inspiration from the local architectural sites. 他说, "In architecture, you need to prioritize your time for what's most important, and you should have an interest and love for it."

As an instructor and Fab Lab coordinator, he manages a conventional wood shop, digital 制造 tools including 3D printers and laser cutters, and student assistants. He advises 学生 to attain the necessary qualifications and certifications that they may need to have options in the field. He suggests that 学生 do an internship within their last year as it will be helpful for experience and knowledge. 迭戈说, "Focus on the process and not the final product, and the result will be amazing and worth it." He emphasizes that if you do not limit yourself to opportunities, you will do well in school and architecture as a career.