José A. Gelabert-Navia, AIA
Principal, Perkins&Will | Professor & Former Dean, University of Miami School of Architecture

WHERE: Casa Del Prado Patio B, Balboa Park
WHEN: Tuesday, September 9, 2025
TIME: 6 PM Networking + Check-In | 7 PM Lecture | 8 PM Q&A

Jose A. Gelabert-Navia AIA is a Professor and former Dean of the School of Architecture at the University of Miami. A graduate of Cornell University, Jose has been part of the Faculty since 1981. He is the author of numerous articles as well as 7 books of his drawings documenting his travels.

Prof. Gelabert-Navia founded the Miami Studio of Perkins&Will which he headed for 16 years. More recently his practice has focused on Latin America with active projects throughout the region as well as starting new Studios in Brazil and Mexico.

For the last two years he has led a combined professional and academic team in the design of the first totally resilient new City in South America: SILICA CITY in Guyana. The lecture will present the vision and the Master Plan for the new town, the strategies involved planned development through design and construction.

Register Below! Limited capacity

$5 - AIA Members | $30 - General Admission | Free - Students

Proceeds from this event benefit the AIA San Diego Laura Shinn Diversity in Architecture Scholarship Fund, which supports the next generation of underrepresented students pursuing careers in architecture and design.

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About the Lecture Series

The AIA San Diego Lecture Series, in collaboration with NewSchool of Architecture & Design and UCSD Design Lab, explores the evolving future of urban architecture, design, and planning.

Featuring renowned designers, educators, and thought leaders from around the world, the series invites architects, students, and the public to join in bold conversations about how we shape — and reimagine — the cities we live in.