About
We build on strategic opportunities to creatively address the challenges of insufficient public funding for the enrichment of both private and public spaces. By drawing on the resources and expertise of our trusted collaborators, this partnership creates long-term social, economic, and environmental shared value and benefits for business and society. Our services go beyond traditional architectural or urban design scope of services to provide responsible and sustainable dimension to what we provide.
OUR SERVICES
STRATEGIC COLLABORATION | multi-disciplinary a&c strategic planning, stakeholder management
URBAN INTEGRATION | urban realm a&c strategy, urban experience ecosystem planning
EXPERIENCE DESIGN | spatial experience architecture, interior, participation by design
SPATIAL SOFTWARE | memorable engagement planning, time+space program
SENTIMENT ENGINEERING | locational sentiment management, value monitoring system
CREATIVE FUNDING | corporate social responsibility(CSR), social venture capital, public project funding
INCLUSIVE INTERACTIONS | universal participation strategy, cultural inclusion program
OUR TEAM
Coco Cugat
Human-centered Architect
Coco has worked for over 20 years for some of the world’s leading architectural and construction firms in many different countries. She brings the design knowledge required to deliver human-centered built environment for Squaremmkm.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Squaremmkm. Co-founder (2012 - current)
Samsung C&T, Highrise Division Seoul, South Korea General Deputy Manager (2012-2016)
Foster+Partners, Hong Kong, China Associate Partner (2010-2012)
Foster+Partners, London, UK Associate Partner (2006-2010)
Skidmore Owings and Merrill, London, UK Architect (2002-2006)
SQUAREMMKM PLATFORMS
Yongsan Legacy organization. Co-director (2016-current)
Xyard, Seoul, South Korea. Co-director (2013-current)
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Korea University, Seoul, Korea Department of Architecture, (2017-2020)
Lorena Prieto
Creative design and Innovation _Architect
Lorena is a creative, thoughtful and committed architect with a global vision of the real state sector. Her greatest satisfaction consists in providing cities with buildings and spaces with soul for a more collaborative and sustainable world. She brings innovation and creative design for Squaremmkm.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Squaremmkm, Creative design and Innovation (current)
PGI Engineering, Barcelona, Spain, Senior Architect (2020)
Elix Group, Barcelona, Spain, Deputy Asset Manager and Senior Project Manager (2017-2020)
Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura, Barcelona, Spain, Senior Project Manager (2010-2017)
Foster+Partners, London, UK, Project Architect (2004-2009)
David Chipperfield, London, UK, Collaborative Architect (2003)
Skidmore Owings and Merrill, London, UK Project Architect (2001-2003)
Paredes+Pedrosa, Madrid, Spain Architect (1999-2000)
Joan Juncà
Heritage Preservation Architect
Joan has focused his professional carrier in different fields of the construction , both rehabilitation/ restoration as well as new constructions . His passion for preservation and restoration of the heritage of a place adds a very important and valuable perspective for Squaremmkm.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Squaremmkm. Heritage Preservation Architect ( current)
Juncà Sañé Constructors.S.L. Co-director (2002-current)
Juncà arquitectes. Co-founder (2002-current)
Elena Klinnert
Architect / Visual Artist
Elena is an architectural virtuoso and artistic luminary. With global recognition, including a "Gutes Bauen" Prize nomination in Basel and contributions to iconic structures in Athens, her designs seamlessly merge functionality with cultural significance. From Seoul to Mexico City, Elena's expertise transcends borders, shaping the architectural landscape with innovation and creativity.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Squaremmkm, (2024 - current)
Herzog & de Meuron Ltd. Senior Architect, Project Manager (2017-2024)
Kunchook-Moonhwa Architects and Engineers. Architect and Project manager, Seoul, South Korea. 2015-2017.
Francisco Pardo & Julio Amezcua. AT103. Mexico City, Mexico. 2014-2015.
CCA Wattis Institute. San Francisco, CA, USA. Summer 2011.
Amanda Bradford
Business Development
Amanda, with her extensive experience over 20 years in all phases of the nonprofit and corporate foundation funding
process, is constantly looking for business partners both private and public sector and collaboration opportunities for
Squaremmkm.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Squaremmkm, Business Development (current)
Massachusetts Center for Law and Justice, Boston, MA, USA Director of Development (2012-2016)
FHS Charitable Foundation, Hong Kong, China Program Manager (2011-2012)
Liberty Mutual’s Charitable Foundation Boston, MA, USA Program Officer (2009-2010)
Family Justice Center, Boston, MA, USA Federal Grant Manager (2006-2009)
Polaris Project, Boston, MA, USA Assistant NGO Capital Campaign Manager (2003-2006)
Christie’s International Auction House, Sanf Francisco, CA, USA Assistant to Vice President (2001-2002)
Daniel S. Oh
Urban Strategist
Daniel has both professional and academic experiences in creating and leading arts and culture place-making strategies. He transforms strategic thinking into deliverable programmes of public art commissions and cultural partnerships for Squaremmkm.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Korea University, Seoul, Korea Dept. of Architecture, Chairman of Dept. of Smart City (2012-2024)
Konkuk University, Seoul, Korea Graduate School of Architecture, (2010-2012)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Squaremmkm. Co-founder (2012 - current)
Yongsan Legacy Organization. Founder. Co-director (2013-current)
Xyard, Seoul, South Korea. Co-founder (2013-current)
AECOM, New York, NY, USA (2008 - 2009)
Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, London, UK (2004 - 2008)
Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, HongKong, China (2002 - 2004)