Dr. Gonzalo Lizarralde

Biography

Gonzalo Lizarralde’s research focuses on understanding the processes involved in construction projects, including the role and characteristics of architecture, project management, organizational design, and post-disaster reconstruction. His work particularly examines the consequences of strategic decisions made by stakeholders on the organization and management of the construction process, considering the roles of participants and their relationships. He has made significant contributions to housing policies and urban strategies in countries like Haiti, Cuba, and Colombia. As a recognized leader in urban resilience and post-disaster reconstruction, he plays a key role as the director of the Group for Research and Policy on Urban Vulnerability. His extensive research also encompasses social housing issues and informal settlements in urban contexts impacted by natural disasters, climate change, sociopolitical conflicts, and economic instability. Throughout his career, Lizarralde has received numerous awards, including the Housing Design Education Award. He is also a member of the Royal Society of Canada, highlighting his intellectual leadership in the field. His academic affiliations include being the holder of the Fayolle-Magil Chair in Architecture, Building, and Sustainability at the Université de Montréal.

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