Alfonso is an architect with large experience across housing, interior design, and conservation projects in Colombia, Spain, Scotland, and Norway. He later became one of the first BIM experts in Norway, applying his expertise to healthcare, airport, and complex infrastructure projects. Alfonso holds a BREEAM AP certification and an Executive MBA from BI Norwegian Business School in Oslo. He is a founder, an active board member, and the current director of Arkitekter Uten Grenser Norge.

Carina has a Bachelor in graphic design from Art University Bournemouth in England. She has 23 years of work experience as a graphic designer, exhibition designer and Art Director. As an exhibition designer, she has been responsible for the creative process from visualizations to the finished concept in the room. She works with spatial experiences across disciplines with user-centred communication tools and is also out in the field and follows up subcontractors for the implementation of experiences in space. Carina is particularly concerned with the intersection between design, health and sustainability and supports AUG with both design and communication.

Quique Bayarri holds a degree in architecture from the Universitat Politècnica de València, with additional studies in Delft, Madrid, and Granada. Quique has extensive and solid experience at Norwegian architectural firms, ranging from concept development to the execution phase of both residential and office buildings. He has been collaborating with Architects Without Borders Norway (AUG) since 2017 and has been a board member since 2018. He is equally dedicated to finding the best concept for a project as he is to its expression through detailed construction work. With a particular interest in sustainable architecture and construction techniques, he firmly believes that architecture must be influenced by the place where it is built and designed with a primary focus on the users. Quique uses photography as an active tool to explore architecture and the reality around us.

Paola holds a master’s degree in architecture from the Faculty of Architecture, Design, and Urbanism at the University of Buenos Aires in Argentina. Paola has a solid experience in architectural design across all phases and scales—from small private buildings to large, complex projects such as masterplans, healthcare facilities, and multifunctional buildings. Paola is a founder, the current design director, and board member of AUG. She is passionate about social architecture. Guided by the belief that architecture is a powerful tool for social change, she advocates for inclusive design that fosters safety, dignity, and equal opportunity—especially in communities where it's needed most.

Yuliia holds a degree in civil engineering from Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture in Ukraine. Before the outbreak of the war, she worked as a technical draftsman in a construction company, contributing to projects involving both new constructions and the rehabilitation of existing structures. Her main responsibilities included preparing technical and architectural drawings in AutoCAD and developing BIM models using Revit. Yuliia is now part of the team at Architects Without Borders (AUG) Norway, where she actively contributes to socially oriented projects in the fields of construction and architecture.

Jon Rønning is an architect, engineering consultant, and visual artist with over three decades of experience spanning complex infrastructure and development projects across Europe and Asia. His work has ranged from North Sea oil and gas developments to post-conflict airport reconstruction in the Balkans and international collaboration on radioactive waste management in Northwest Russia.What truly defines Jon’s career, however, is his unwavering commitment to social responsibility and global solidarity. Whether advising Mongolian authorities on the humane integration of 600,000 nomads into urban life or empowering youth through direct involvement in rebuilding efforts in Serbia, Jon consistently puts people at the center of his practice. His values—grounded in mutual growth and meaningful dialogue—shine through in all his engagements.Jon is also a passionate artist whose aquarelles capture everyday moments and global narratives alike, reflecting the same empathy and curiosity that drive his architectural and humanitarian work.As a long-time collaborator with Arkitekter Uten Grenser (AUG), Jon brings both technical expertise and a deep sense of humanitarian purpose, believing that architecture and infrastructure must serve dignity, equality, and opportunity.

Silvia is an architect with over 17 years of experience across all phases of architectural design and construction oversight, with projects in Bulgaria, Belgium, and Norway. Her work is driven by a commitment to creating engaging built environments that prioritize the needs and experiences of end users. Holding a Master’s degree in Building Preservation and having completed postgraduate studies in timber structures and the circular economy, Silvia is especially passionate about the reuse and adaptive transformation of existing buildings.

Ruth Marin Maier is a graphic designer graduated from the University of Buenos Aires and holds a technical degree in advertising from UCCES. She has a solid background working in marketing and communication agencies in Argentina, as well as professional experience in Spain and other Latin American countries. She has been involved in the visual and conceptual development of corporate events for major companies, from overall identity to spatial graphics and presentation materials.Since 2023, she has collaborated with Architects Without Borders Norway (AUG), where she contributed to the redesign of the organization’s visual identity and website. She is currently in charge of social media communication. Her interest in art, photography, and social impact led her to connect her creative profile with projects that promote equity and development. She believes in communication as a bridge between people and the causes that transform realities.

Alina Ozer is an architect and landscape designer living in Oslo since 2022. She became a member of AUG, where she took responsibility for landscape design projects. Coming from a family of landscape designers, Alina has developed a deep-rooted understanding of the field, complemented by a formal background in architecture. This combination allows her to approach projects with both creative vision and technical precision, delivering high-quality and sustainable results that harmonize built environments with nature.

Catherine Menage earned her Bachelor's degree in Building and Construction option Sustainable Constructions, at the university of Jules-Vernes in Amiens. After completing her studies, she moved to England and began working as an architect assistant at a small architecture firm in Bristol, where she discovered the role of an architectural technologist. In this position, she deepened her knowledge of building regulations, detailed drawings, technical solutions, and bridging the gap between architects, engineers, and construction sites.She has several years of experience, particularly in refurbishment projects. One of the greatest advantage of working in England was the opportunity she had to work with historic buildings. She discovered a passion for restoring ancient structures, making them more durable, and enjoyed the challenge of the technical work involved in this type of architecture.Since 2022, she has been a member of Architects Without Borders, contributing to a community project in Kenya. Her work primarily focuses on technical drawings and study materials.

Facundo Arboit is an architect and project manager with extensive experience leading complex projects across Norway, Italy, and Latin America. His work combines design clarity with strategic thinking, translating ideals into built reality. Guided by a belief that architecture must be honest, enduring, and contextually rooted, he pursues simplicity as both discipline and conviction. Drawing inspiration from vernacular traditions and local craft, his projects emphasize precise detailing, thoughtful use of materials, and a lasting connection between people and place.

Eduardo holds a degree in Architecture from ITESM, Mexico and a Master's Degree in International Cooperation in Architecture from UIC, Barcelona, with a strong focus on socially responsible and context-sensitive design. Architect and Project Manager with international experience, mainly in Europe and the Middle East, in architecture, interior design, and sustainable construction. Skilled in coordinating complex cultural and public projects, currently leading site operations for museum showcase and interior fit-out installations in Oslo. Experienced in sustainable building systems, prefabrication, and BIM-based project delivery. Passionate about architecture as a tool for collaboration and positive social impact, combining technical expertise with a human-centered approach to improve living environments worldwide.

An architect by profession, during her formative years sheparticipated in exchanges and workshops in Colombia and Ecuador. Shehas worked on social housing projects and urban mobility projects forthe Department of Works for Transportation of Mexico City.She earned her degree in architecture through a theoretical thesisfocused on spatial perception, which sparked her special interest inneuroarchitecture—a discipline that combines neuroscience andarchitecture to design spaces that positively influence humanemotions, behavior, and well-being.She volunteers with the team of architects in Norway (AUG), supportingthe construction phase and contributing to the development ofarchitectural projects with a social and sustainable focus.

Rocio is an architect with a master's degree in landscape architecture and over eight years of experience in construction and project management. Her interest in social architecture began early in her studies, which led her to pursue landscape architecture as a way of working more closely with people, communities and the spaces that connect them. She strives to align her work with projects that address social and environmental challenges.