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History & Philosophy
At Touzet Studio, we design architectural solutions that are specific to their site, culture, and client. In an age of globalized style, our work is rooted in thoughtful research, careful execution, and a deep commitment to both communities and clients. Our portfolio spans luxury residential projects, mixed-use developments, civic work, and bespoke interiors. What remains constant across our varied projects is our commitment to future-forward design that respects the cultural and architectural heritage informing each site.
Founded in 2004 by Carlos Prio-Touzet, AIA, and Jacqueline González Touzet, AIA, LEED AP, the studio’s work has earned numerous regional and national awards and has received international recognition for our design excellence and climate leadership. The studio has been honored as AIA Miami Firm of the Year and NOMA Firm of the Year for our commitment to well-crafted, climate-responsive architecture. Both principals have received AIA Miami’s Silver Medal for Design Excellence and Architect of the Year; Jacqueline has also been recognized as Sustainable Architect of the Year for her leadership in climate-conscious design.
We believe great architecture connects people to nature and to each other through a mindful approach to materials, landscape, light, and environmental comfort. We draw inspiration from a wide variety of sources for our design and as futurists we champion innovation. Yet we also love and respect history, which preserves our collective stories and cultures. At the heart of our practice is an understanding of architecture as a source of cultural place-making, which we at Touzet Studio accomplish through mindful and sustainable consideration of materials and process.
Our Values
With decades of technical expertise, our designs meet the needs and aspirations of even demanding developers who expect excellence. We know how buildings come together at every scale: exceptional residential spaces, high-performance envelopes, and construction detailing for realistic production timelines. We leverage every tool—hand drawings, maquettes, BIM, Revit, AI analysis—because mastery is knowing which tools reveal certain truths.
Architecture is a cultural act. We approach preservation, adaptive reuse, and new construction as contributions to Miami's ongoing evolution, not just individual commissions. Each project is an opportunity to add to the city's architectural language, to steward resources thoughtfully, and to create spaces that enrich community and public life. We're invested in what we're building together as a city, not just what we're building for individual clients.
As experts at designing and building for coastal subtropical and tropical regions, we know that great design is long lasting and future ready. Our buildings perform intelligently through passive cooling solutions, natural ventilation, thermal mass, and resilient envelopes. For us these design features aren’t about checking sustainability boxes, but about thorough understanding of building science and climate adaptation as drivers of design.
Our Approach
Every project begins with listening deeply to our clients, to the site, and to the community it will serve. We don't impose solutions, rather we uncover them through conversation and collaboration. As a studio atelier, and not a firm, we believe in unmediated human interaction. You work directly with the principals designing your project, who remain involved until the end. Understanding what you truly need, and not just what you think you want, is how we deliver architecture that exceeds expectations.
Extensive research—site analyses, climate studies, cultural context, material exploration—guides our design practice. We examine how light moves, how air flows, how people will inhabit the spaces we create. Doing so reveals opportunities that others overlook and ensures every design decision is grounded in evidence, not assumption. We mindfully integrate the latest technology into our process and buildings, creating high-performance architecture that's both intelligent and beautiful. Our design process is highly collaborative and transparent.
We bring to our practice decades of technical building mastery and a meticulous attention to detail. Our work demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of materials, building systems, and construction realities. By staying involved throughout the entire process, from initial sketch to final punch list, we ensure that the built result matches the design intent. Award-winning architecture doesn't happen by accident; it requires relentless commitment to excellence at every phase.
Carlos is known for his sculptural and cinematic approach to architecture. He thrives in the explorative design process where he blends his love of mathematics, science, and storytelling. His thoughtfully crafted design solutions have earned him a reputation as one of South Florida’s leading modern architects, with such distinctions as one of AIA Miami’s Silver Medalist and Architect of the Year.
Throughout his career, he has designed award-winning buildings in Europe, Asia, and the United States. Carlos has served on the Advisory Board of the Miami Beach Urban Studios (MBUS), City of Miami Beach DRB, City of Miami UDRB, and is a frequent juror at the University of Miami and Florida International University’s Schools of Architecture.
Jacqueline has a reputation for bold design as a leading architect, master planner, and interior designer. Her approach is based on a rigorous understanding of the people, the climate, the culture, and the history of a place. She has been recognized for her design leadership throughout her career as AIA Miami’s Architect of the Year, Sustainable Design Architect, and Silver Medalist.
She has designed award-winning mixed-use projects in the U.S., Asia, and Europe. Jackie champions future-ready designs for coastal cities and livable communities. She is a Trustee for HistoryMiami, an AIA advisor on the Sea Level Rise Committee, a guest critic at the University of Miami and she serves on the Resiliency Committee for their Board of Real Estate, Development and Urbanism.
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What We Do
We create architecture shaped by culture, climate, and craft, bridging visual design with technical precision to deliver meaningful and enduring work.
Concept and Schematic design grounded in context and purpose
Design Development emphasizing material innovation and craft
Construction Documentation and Administration, ensuring design integrity
BIM Coordination and Collaboration for efficient project delivery
Custom Residential Design
Commercial & Mixed-Use Developments
Hospitality and Cultural projects
Adaptive Reuse & Historic Preservation
Sustainable and Climate-Resilient Tropical Design
Innovative Material Research & Prototyping
Permitting and Zoning & Code leads for complex sites
We are experts in residential and high-end, commercial interior design with exceptional knowledge of materials, craft, and how people truly live in spaces. We offer both full-service interior design and architectural interiors.
Spatial Planning aligned with Architectural Intent
Superiorly Crafted Material & Finish selections
Custom Millwork & Built-in Detailing
Lighting Design & Integration
FF&E Curation, Procurement, & Installation Oversight
Private Residences & Penthouses
Distinctive Retail & Hospitality Interiors
Creative and Comfortable Work Spaces
We collaborate with civic leaders, developers, and communities to shape resilient environments that not only center people but are rooted locally in place and culture.
Master Planning & Site Studies for Coastal Sites
Mixed-Use & Neighborhood Redevelopment
Urban Design & Public Work Strategies for Communities
Climate-responsive Urban Strategies
Resilient Waterfront & Landscape Integration
Green Infrastructure & Passive Design Solutions
Our Team
A practice shaped by people who care about culture, craft, and the future of Miami. We design with intention, curiosity, and a shared commitment to beauty and resilience.
Miami’s design language is rooted in our sunny but challenging climate, and somewhat wild nature. It is lighter, brighter, and freer. When desired, it can immerse us in nature while still having protective boundaries from the sun, heat, and storms when needed.
At the heart of our practice is listening: listening to the unique dreams and passions of our clients and weaving their visions into the vibrant tapestry of our dynamic city. The client envisioned a home that was thoroughly modern yet grounded in historical architectural precedents; like many of our projects, 101 Hibiscus was crafted to respect past design traditions while capturing aspirations for the future.
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The design for Coral Gables Residence exhibits a dual nature: a more traditional façade juxtaposed against a sleek and modern rear exterior.