

VALERIA SOLIS SALINAS
Architecture | Design | Spatial Thinking

About Me
Architecture shaped by concept, light, and community
I am a recent graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee's NAAB-accredited Bachelor of Architecture program. My approach in design is based through the belief that architecture is both an art form and a tool for solving complex problems. I am drawn to projects that create experiences with meaning, community, and challenge conventional ways of thinking about the built environment.
Having lived in Mexico, and across several regions of the United States, I have developed an appreciation for the ways culture, place, and community shape architecture all over the world.
Throughout my academic career, I have been recognized for strong conceptual development, graphic communication, and presentation skills. Whether through drawing, collage-based visualizations, or digital modeling, I enjoy translating ideas into compelling architectural narratives. I am particularly interested in the intersection of design, sustainability, and emerging computational tools, and I am excited to continue growing as a designer in professional practice.
Design Approach
Digital Tools
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Rhino
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Illustrator
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Revit
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TwinMotion
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Grasshopper (Developing)
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Collage Renderings
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Conceptual Diagrams
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Drawings (Hand/Digital)
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Presentation boards
Visual Communication
Concept
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Strong conceptual development
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Storytelling
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Research-driven design
Design Focus
Design Focus
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Community-centered
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Housing
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Adaptive reuse
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Spatial experience
Featured Projects
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Sol Dance Studio
A dance studio designed to bring people together through movement and community. The project explores the relationship between public and private spaces, creating areas that encourage both social interaction and personal practice.
Neighborhood Labs-Design Studio
A design firm created as a space for community engagement and collaboration. Using removable containers, the project introduces a flexible system that can transform and move beyond a traditional fixed workspace.
Mar y Luz Aquarium
A former movie theater transformed into an aquarium by adapting and reshaping the existing structure. The design focuses on changing the building’s shell while preserving its original character and creating a new public experience.
Harbor Light Pavilion
A pavilion exploring the possibilities of parametric design through form, structure, and movement. The project functions as both an architectural space and an interactive art installation.
Contact Me
Thanks for visiting my portfolio. I’m a recent graduate in architecture and always open to feedback, collaboration, and new opportunities. If you’d like to connect or discuss my work, feel free to leave a message. I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.



