From Design to Action

Alfonso is an architect with 28 years of 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.

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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 15 years of 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.

Melina Cauchich is an architect with complementary training in Fine Arts and extensive experience in planning and executing civil works, gained through more than ten years of work in architectural firms and the infrastructure department of a multinational company. Since 2016, she has been part of Architects Without Borders, playing a key role as a liaison between local communities in Argentina and the team of architects in Norway (AUG). Her work focuses on identifying needs, developing comprehensive projects, and supporting their implementation—always prioritizing collaboration and a positive social impact in favor of sustainable and inclusive architecture.

Jan Kazimierz Godzimirski, a 2018 graduate from the Oslo School of Architecture and Design, is an architect focused on sustainable and simple design. His experience spans interdisciplinary research, collaborations with indigenous communities, museum conservation, and various architectural projects. From 2017 to 2019, he taught at the Scarcity and Creativity Studio, exploring design, craftsmanship and materials. Jan has also been involved with the Eco Moyo Education Centre in Kenya, supporting educational infrastructure, and with Wielozmysly in Poland, advancing accessible art for the visually impaired. His recent work with Architects Without Borders in Africa and Ukraine reflects his commitment to using architecture for positive change.

Johannes Eggen is an architect and the founder and director of Diafora. With a career spanning nearly four decades, he has specialized in the planning and design of complex healthcare facilities in Norway and Denmark. Johannes has led the architectural development of numerous large-scale hospital projects, including Levanger Hospital, Molde Hospital, the internationally acclaimed St. Olav’s Hospital in Trondheim, and the new Stavanger University Hospital—a highly industrialized construction project recognized for its efficiency and innovation.He also serves as a specialist consultant in hospital planning for the Norwegian Health Authorities. His work combines visionary design with a deep understanding of functionality, user needs, and the social role of architecture. Johannes has also led the development of safe care homes such as the Carpe Diem Dementia Village—initiatives that reflect his dedication to creating inclusive, human-centered health environments.

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.