HED Strengthens Leadership with Appointment of Roberto Vazquez as Housing and Mixed Use Sector Leader

HED, a leading integrated architecture and engineering firm, has announced the appointment of Roberto Vazquez, AIA, as the new Sector Leader for Housing and Mixed Use. Based in Los Angeles, Vazquez brings over 20 years of expertise in adaptive reuse, technical leadership, and advocacy-driven design to one of HED's fastest-growing sectors. His appointment underscores the firm's commitment to addressing the pressing challenges of housing shortages, urban revitalization, and climate action through innovative design solutions.

Vazquez's career is marked by significant contributions to transforming underutilized buildings into vibrant spaces for living, working, and community engagement. His portfolio includes notable projects such as the Garfield Hotel and the Sears Landmark redevelopment, which have set benchmarks in adaptive reuse. Vazquez's approach not only focuses on architectural excellence but also on advocating for policy changes and financial innovations that can lower barriers to housing and urban development.

As a trusted consultant for adaptive reuse ordinances in various cities and at the state level, Vazquez has played a pivotal role in shaping frameworks that facilitate urban transformation. His leadership at HED is expected to further the firm's national positioning in Housing and Mixed-Use design, emphasizing sustainable, resilient, and human-centered environments. This move is timely, as cities nationwide grapple with the dual challenges of a housing crisis and the need for sustainable urban development, making Vazquez's expertise and vision more relevant than ever.