FOCUS
Our current focus:
Inspiring Future Generations
Viñoly Foundation champions Rafael Viñoly's vision of advancing architecture and urban planning for the public realm through education. We believe that the spaces we inhabit profoundly shape human experience and development.
Through innovative early childhood education programs, we foster a lifelong appreciation of the built environment in children, nurturing their emotional, cognitive, and creative growth. Drawing from neuroaesthetic principles, we emphasize how thoughtfully designed spaces impact well-being, particularly in childhood, fostering a greater understanding of architecture's influence on society.
Preserving the Legacy
We aim to preserve Rafael Viñoly's legacy by promoting education, knowledge-sharing, and public engagement. We are committed to building a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of architecture's influence on public life.
By sharing Rafael's body of work and ideas, we aim to inspire a new generation of thinkers and designers who recognize architecture's role in shaping human experience and society.
Strategic Areas:
Early Childhood Education – Built Environment Awareness and Appreciation
Educational Programs
Develop curricula using neuroaesthetic insights to illustrate the impact of space on emotional and intellectual growth. Leverage existing research to strengthen our educational strategies.
Collaborations with Schools and Foundations
Partner with educators, architectural institutions and foundations to integrate design and spatial appreciation into early learning frameworks.
Experiential Learning
Implement hands-on activities to engage children directly with architecture and urban spaces, fostering critical observation and design skills.
Impact on Well-Being
Highlight through our programs how early experiences with well-designed environments contribute to overall well-being and cognitive development.
The Rafael Viñoly Archive – A Legacy of Architectural Impact
Comprehensive Archive
Develop both digital and physical archives to preserve Rafael Viñoly's work, creative projects, and interdisciplinary influence.
Resource for Knowledge
Make the archive a vital educational and research tool for scholars and the general public, enhancing engagement with Rafael's legacy.
Sustainability and Accessibility
Ensure the archive is well-organized, accessible, and preserved for future generations to maintain its relevance and educational value.
PROGRAMS
Architecture by the Book
We partnered with the California Architectural Foundation to create a new educational module on the life and work of Rafael Viñoly, as part of the Architecture by the Book program. This collaboration brings together two of our core missions: fostering in young learners a deep appreciation for the built environment, and preserving the legacy of Rafael Viñoly.
You can explore the class here:
👉 https://lnkd.in/dkC62Xj8And learn more about Architecture by the Book:
📚 https://lnkd.in/dSEG-_HH2025 Venice Architecture Biennale
We are the main sponsor of Uruguay at the 19th International Exhibition of Architecture La Biennale de Venezia. The curators of the selected project "53,86% Uruguay, país agua" are Katia, Ken and Luis Sei Fong from the Sei Fong Architecture, Design and Art Studio. This support aims to promote Uruguay's culture, creativity and visibility at one of the most prestigious architecture events in the world.
