Juan Gabriel Moreno Architects (JGMA)

Recently, JGMA organized a site visit for our interns at our Humboldt Park Health Wellness Center project. This visit was a unique opportunity for them to witness firsthand how conceptual design evolves to physical construction. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the architectural process, illustrating how initial ideas are translated into built environments.   We are really excited about the progress of the Wellness Center as it advances through its construction phase. Equally important, we are committed to fostering these hands-on learning experiences for our interns, which are crucial for their professional growth and future careers in architecture. #Architecture #Design #LatinxArchitect #Chicago

Today's JGMA project from the archive is Lakeside Driehaus Car Museum (2014)! The Lakeside Driehaus Car Museum was conceived as a museum showplace for a private collection of vintage automobiles. The building draws inspiration from the flowing fender lines, the aggressively curving scoop, the rocketing lines of tail fins, all brightworked and illuminated. A design as aggressive as the American muscle it displays. #Architecture #Design #LatinxArchitect #Chicago

We are thrilled to share the latest updates on our state office transformation project! The construction of the former SEARS Department Store in White Oaks Mall, Springfield, into a state-of-the-art, sustainable office environment is well underway and set for completion later this year. This new state office prioritizes wellness and positivity in the workplace. Currently, the interiors of the first level are nearly complete, and work has begun on the second level. Stay tuned for more construction updates! Illinois Capital Development Board Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Illinois Department of Central Management Services #Architecture #Design #LatinxArchitect #Springfield

Today's JGMA project from the archive is Lakeside Mariano's Fresh Market (2014)! JGMA led the development of a master plan for Lakeside Mariano's Fresh Market, aiming to create a distinctive retail attraction set to become Mariano’s flagship store. Located in a secluded and underdeveloped area near the southeastern edge of the city, close to Steelworkers Park, this project serves as a crucial community activation. The design envisioned vibrant street-front retail and overhead terraces poised to serve as spaces to foster community bonds and connections. McCaffery Forefront Structural Engineers #Architecture #Design #LatinxArchitect #Chicago

Currently under construction, JGMA's Grace Manor is the affordable housing project in Chicago that aims to revitalize the North Lawndale neighborhood by providing quality residences and vibrant, family-friendly public spaces. The construction team continues to make significant strides towards the project completion mid-next year. At the moment, the façade framing is being installed in anticipation of the façade going up this fall. East Lake Burling Builders, Inc. GRACE AT JERUSALEM CDC #Architecture #Design #LatinxArchitect #Chicago

Happy Independence Day! Today, JGMA honors this pivotal day in American history by reflecting on how our firm embodies the goals of advancing equality. At JGMA, we take pride in serving Chicago communities throughout all 77 diverse neighborhoods. We firmly believe that every community deserves dignified architecture. JGMA strives to enrich our city’s architectural landscape, advocating that design excellence should break down barriers and be inclusive for all. Today, we are excited to showcase some of the projects we have designed across Chicago, aimed at fostering equity and enhancing quality of life across our cherished city. #Architecture #Design #LatinxArchitect #Chicago #4thOfJuly

Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming students from Northwestern University Center for Talent Development to our office! The tour, led by JGMA's Project Designers Monica Lim, Samra Pecanin, and Nathan Jordan gave the students a firsthand look at our culture, significant projects, and creative process. At JGMA, we deeply value nurturing the next generation of professionals. Seeing the passion and curiosity of these students as they engaged with our team and explored various career paths was truly inspiring and reaffirmed our commitment to mentorship and education. Thank you to Philip Ellefson and Aaliyah Torres from Northwestern University for introducing your students to our office. We also extend our gratitude to Danya Almoghrabi, instructor for the Teen Architecture Studio at Northwestern CTD and JGMA Project Designer, for making it possible. We look forward to fostering strong relationships with students in the future! #Architecture #Design #LatinxArchitect #Chicago

Today's JGMA project from the archive is the Chicago Lighting Framework Plan (2014)! The initiative, known as the Chicago Lighting Framework Plan, sought to celebrate the "City of Lights" and its international status as a visionary city and aimed to attract up to 50 million visitors before 2020. JGMA and the design team saw the project as a unique opportunity to bring awareness to the whole city of Chicago, fostering democratic access through lighting, multimedia, and transit connections. Davis Brody Bond, a Page Company Buro Happold Fisher Marantz Stone OBSCURA Ken Smith, Inc. site design group, ltd. Pentagram Bijari MarksBarfield Architects Suzanne Randolph Fine Arts TERRA Engineering, Ltd. Susan B. Elbin, Ph.D Grisko Faithful Gould #Architecture #Design #LatinxArchitect #Chicago

Recently, Emilio Padilla, AIA, LEED AP, JGMA’s Project Principal and Arquitectos' Board Member, took part in a panel discussion titled “Building Alliances: Learning from the Latinx Experience,” hosted by AIA24. He was accompanied by distinguished professionals Graciela Carrillo, AIA, LEED AP (Immigrant Architects Coalition), Katiuska Medrano, Intl. Assoc. AIA (Association of Dominican Architects), Gabriella Bermea, AIA, NCARB, NOMA (Latinos in Architecture), and Oksana Ramos, AIA, NCARB. Emilio underscored the vital importance of creating alliances to foster a national coalition for Latinx design professionals. He stressed that building strong, supportive networks is essential for fostering a more inclusive environment, which not only benefits underrepresented communities but also enhances the creativity and innovation within the field. #Architecture #Design #LatinxArchitect #Chicago

Last week, JGMA attended the 10th Annual Power of Community Gala hosted by Humboldt Park Health at the Marriott Marquis in Chicago. This event, honoring "A Decade of Impact," was dedicated to raising funds for the Humboldt Park Health Foundation. It was a privilege to celebrate this remarkable foundation, an organization committed to enhancing community well-being and promoting economic and health equity throughout the Humboldt Park neighborhood and the City of Chicago. Humboldt Park holds a special place in JGMA's heart due to our ongoing projects that continue to positively impact the community. We are delighted to support Humboldt Park Health, especially as our project for their Wellness Center progresses towards completion this summer! #Architecture #Design #LatinxArchitect #Chicago #HPHGala