About

01 OUR PHILOSOPHY

Collaboration is central to our practice, strengthening projects through teamwork. BBA involves clients, contractors, consultants, architects, designers, and artists.

We adapt to project needs, with a core group ensuring consistency throughout and additional talent brought in as needed. The two founding principals lead all projects, maintaining close client and consultant collaboration. Every architect and designer at Berenblum Busch Architects aims to impact the world positively.

We foster an environment where diverse perspectives converge, fueling innovation and holistic project development. We create dynamic solutions that transcend expectations through open dialogue and shared expertise.

“The continuously growing complexity of the built environment can only be approached successfully through interdisciplinary teamwork”

02 MEET THE TEAM

Claudia Busch, Assoc. AIA

Founding Principal

Gustavo Berenblum, AIA LEED AP

Founding Principal

Renate Paris, AIA

Associate Architect

Elise Francis, Assoc. AIA

Project Manager

Ashley Ramirez

Project Designer

Soufiane Benbrahim

Project Designer

Alberto Berenblum, MBA

Finance + Office Manager

Idil Ulucevik

Project Designer

Andres Barros

Senior Project Coordinator

Stephanie Dutan

Project Designer

02 MEET THE TEAM

Claudia Busch, Assoc. AIA
Gustavo Berenblum, AIA LEED AP

Renate Paris, AIA

Elise Francis, Assoc. AIA

Ashley Ramirez

Soufiane Benbrahim

Alberto Berenblum, MBA

Idil Ulucevik

Andres Barros

Stephanie Dutan

Founding Principal

Founding Principal

Associate Architect

Project Manager

Project Designer

Project Designer

Finance + Office Manager

Project Designer

Senior Project Coordinator

Project Designer

03 OUR VALUES

Client Focus

We prioritize understanding the needs and goals of our clients. We build strong relationships, actively listen to client feedback, and adapt design solutions to meet client expectations while balancing design excellence and project constraints. Effective and continuous communication with clients as the project progress ensures that crucial decisions are taken at the right time.

03 OUR VALUES

Ethical and Sustainable Practices

We prioritize ethical practices and sustainable design principles promoting environmentally responsible design solutions, considering energy efficiency, material selection, and the impact on the local community and environment.

03 OUR VALUES

Resiliency

Complements sustainability as built projects must be better prepared to handle stress and extreme exterior factors. BBA’s expertise in resolving resiliency design challenges stems from our firm’s location in Miami, one of the world’s most vulnerable coastal cities. Many of our projects are located in South Florida and the Caribbean, providing key insights as to what design strategies, technologies, and building practices work under extreme environmental stress. Our projects adopt Biophilic design principles to increase occupant connectivity to the natural environment, improve human comfort and create satisfying places.

03 OUR VALUES

Innovative and Digital Design Process

We leverage cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to enhance the functionality, concept design, and construction phases. These processes involve utilizing advanced software to create accurate and detailed virtual representations of the project. Through digital design, we collaborate and coordinate better, enabling our team to explore complex geometries, perform simulations and analyses, optimize energy efficiency, and integrate sustainable design principles. These approaches enhance efficiency, reduce errors, streamline communication, and enable BBA to provide transformative and forward-thinking architectural solutions that are both conceptually strong and highly functional.

FOUNDING PRINCIPAL

Claudia Busch

Claudia Busch, Assoc. AIA is a renowned architect and founding principal at Berenblum Busch Architects. Originally from Germany, Claudia holds an architecture degree from Hamburg and a Master of Science Degree from Columbia University. With an impressive background working alongside esteemed architects such as Zaha Hadid in London, Bernard Tschumi, and Richard Meier in New York, Claudia brings a fresh and unique perspective to the field of architecture.

With over 30 years of experience, Claudia leads and directs multifaceted projects of various scales, emphasizing structure, organization, and clarity in each architectural concept. Her innovative and distinctive approach to design is rooted in careful analysis of climate, culture, and functionality. Claudia’s work has gained international recognition through competitions, publications, and awards, particularly in advancing new technologies and integrated design for sustainable and resilient developments.

Claudia’s portfolio includes various award-winning residential, commercial, and interior design projects. Notable among these are her projects in Miami, which encompass high-end residences, adaptive reuse, and multifamily residences. These projects seamlessly blend interior and exterior spaces, creating unique experiences that harmonize with the vibrant and ever-changing city of Miami.

In addition to her architectural practice, Claudia is an Associate Teaching Professor at the FIU School of Architecture. She focuses on educating students about architecture, design, and the critical aspects of the built environment in an ever-changing technological landscape. Committed to shaping the future of architecture, Claudia merges her practical experience with a dedication to art, design, and developing resilient strategies for climate change through community-based studios.

Claudia is also an active board member of MCAD, the Miami Center of Architecture, and a strong advocate for advancing 3D print technology for building innovation. Her passion for pushing the boundaries of architectural design and her commitment to sustainable and resilient development make Claudia Busch a true pioneer in her field.

FOUNDING PRINCIPAL

Gustavo Berenblum

Gustavo Berenblum, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, is an award-winning architect, a native of Buenos Aires, and holds a Master of Science Degree from Columbia University. 2010, he co-founded Berenblum Busch Architects in Miami, following a decade-long partnership at a prominent national architectural firm.

With over 30 years of experience in design and project management in the United States and abroad, Mr. Berenblum possesses a comprehensive understanding of architecture. Internationally recognized as a leader in maritime transportation design, he boasts an impressive portfolio of completed cruise terminals, waterfront developments, destinations islands, and intermodal centers. His leadership in these projects highlights his significant contributions to the field.

Gustavo Berenblum is particularly passionate about planning and designing future-proof buildings that provide enjoyment to guests and users, maximize resiliency, and optimize
operations. As an advocate for the industry, he regularly lectures on cruise port design, sharing his wealth of knowledge and insights.

Beyond his architectural practice, Gustavo serves as the co-chair of FIU’s CARTA Dean’s Council, showcasing his commitment to advancing community development and the architectural profession. He is also a valued member of Wynwood’s District Design Review Board and has previously contributed to Columbia University’s Alumni GSAPP board. In these roles, he actively shapes architecture’s future and fosters excellence in the built environment.