Casal Arquitectura

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We are a regional architecture studio with a strong footprint in Uruguay and Paraguay, specializing in residential, corporate, hospitality, retail, and real-estate investment projects. With more than 25 years of combined experience, architects José María Casal, Gabriel Etchepare, and our team lead every commission with a vision that blends aesthetic sensitivity, technical precision, and managerial efficiency. From the Southern Cone, we design human-connected architecture,built to endure, adapt to new global dynamics, and respond intelligently to a world in constant transformation. Our interdisciplinary approach enriches each proposal and underscores our commitment to contemporary, sustainable, and identity-driven design.

OUR GUIDING PURPOSE

At Casal Arquitectura transparency is the foundation of lasting relationships. We attend to every detail and lead successful, end-to-end processes,driven by our team’s creativity, sensitivity, and commitment.

We approach every project with passion and professionalism, dedicated to bringing your vision to life in a way that is uniquely and exceptionally yours.

Our experience across cities in the region gives us a global outlook. We adapt to diverse clients and contexts while staying true to our identity and our constant pursuit of excellence and quality.

TESTIMONIALS

Santiago Osella

Entrepreneur

“When we began this journey with Casal Arquitectura, we weren’t looking only for something beautiful or functional,we wanted a space that reflected how we live, a place that spoke about us. From the first meeting with José María we knew we were in the hands of someone who not only designs, but listens,turning every conversation into an opportunity to create value.

What impressed me most was how they understood our vision, even the things we couldn’t put into words. Every proposal came with a strategic, human perspective, where detail and emotion lived alongside technical precision.

The process never felt like a formality. It was a shared journey with a team that was always present, anticipating our questions and giving us confidence at every decision. More than clients, we felt like partners in building a dream.

Now that we live in the result, it has surpassed every expectation. It isn’t simply a well-executed work; it’s a space with soul,welcoming, inspiring, and with a unique identity. It’s where life flows naturally and every corner reflects who we are.

That’s why recommending Casal Arquitectura is easy: it’s not just about architecture,it’s about people who understand people, trust, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence.”

Analía Suárez, Accountant

President, Punta del Este Hotel Center • Owner, AWA Hotel & Imarangatú Restaurant & Beach Club

“Design and construction with Casal Arquitectura were always practical, quick, and smooth. From the start they captured exactly what we needed and hoped to achieve. They translated not only our ideas, but also the emotions and energy we wanted to feel in our home and in our hotel.

The spaces they created are bright, fresh, simple, and functional,yet warm and contemporary. They convey that unique sense of comfort that makes you want to stay and enjoy.

Working with José María and his team was outstanding: perceptive, attentive to every detail, present at every decision. Nothing was left to chance. I felt fully supported, as if each project were also personal to them.

Each work reflects its true essence. In the case of AWA Hotel, almost 20 years later it still radiates the same energy we asked for from the beginning: a welcoming, modern, joyful, luminous space with design that fits naturally and lives on its own. The same happens in our home,it’s a wonderful place that makes us happy and leaves every visitor with that ‘ahhh’ feeling. It’s a real home.

I would recommend Casal Arquitectura without hesitation. They are, without exaggeration, among the very best,for their capability, their commitment, and above all their human quality, which is unique.

Gracias Casal Arquitectura, siempre en mi corazón y siempre agradecida.»

Carlos Casarotti

Professional & investor

“From day one, I followed the process with real interest, tracking every milestone through the studio’s updates. Expectations were high,and the Casal Arquitectura team not only met them, they far exceeded them.

What I value most is their professionalism across the board, especially in how they communicate with investors. Every stage was handled with clarity and care, inspiring confidence at each decision. I felt a genuine commitment from the team, as if the project were their own.

Seeing the result today, I have no doubt this development sets a new benchmark for Paraguay’s real-estate market. It innovates in both design and functionality,and invites other companies to embrace a new way of creating value.

I would recommend Casal Arquitectura without hesitation,for their excellence, vision, and the human quality present in every interaction. Being part of this story has been, and continues to be, a transformative experience.”

We design with empathy and a deep understanding of every person, place, and need.

In a fast, technology-driven world in constant transformation, we reaffirm our purpose: to create architecture with human impact,future-ready and centered on the experience of those who live it.

Our team works with a holistic, professional outlook, guided by the conviction that every client deserves a clear, thoughtful, and personalized process. For us, design doesn’t end on the drawing board; it extends to every interaction, decision, and emotion a client experiences throughout the project and in the built work.

From our studios in Paraguay and Uruguay,
we deliver projects across cities.

throughout the region. Our ability to integrate into diverse cultures and urban contexts lets us address architectural challenges with a regional perspective and a local, attentive, professional approach.

Integrated feasibility (architecture & urban planning): We turn ideas into viable projects,assessing technical, regulatory, and commercial factors to reduce risk and ensure success.
Master planning for large-scale developments: We craft master plans that unlock site potential, optimize resources, and anticipate long-term growth.
Architectural design across scales and programs: From signature residences to urban complexes, we create functional, beautiful, and meaningful spaces.
Technical development for tender and construction: Coordinated, precise documentation to guarantee efficiency, quality, and cost control.
Casal experience for investors in Uruguay & Paraguay: End-to-end advisory, from concept to delivery, to maximize ROI and asset value.

Projects with international certifications (LEED, WELL, NFPA): We design to global standards to deliver sustainability, safety, and international recognition.
Sustainable architecture & energy efficiency: Responsible solutions that lower consumption and improve quality of life.
Landscape and interior design: Exterior and interior environments that enrich the user experience and strengthen project identity.
Experience management: We accompany the entire process,thinking of residents, users, and investors,so each space tells a story and creates long-term value.

FOCUS AREAS

We have delivered a wide range of programs,from private residences to public spaces and large-scale investor developments. We are ready to take on new challenges, and our multidisciplinary team treats every brief as an opportunity to explore the balance between beauty, proportion, and performance.

We focus on creating spaces that go beyond functional needs to deliver meaningful experiences. We believe in architecture that engages with its context, honors the essential, and conveys elegance through simplicity.

Our methodology blends strategy, aesthetic sensitivity, and technical rigor. From the first conversation to final handover, we build close partnerships with our clients,understanding that every project is also a shared story.

Founding Vision

With over 25 years of practice, José María Casal has shaped a vision of architecture that is deeply human, rigorous, and future-focused. Proud of his family legacy, he carries an unwavering commitment to excellence, purpose-driven design, and respect for the identity of each place.

From the outset, he has led projects in Uruguay, Paraguay, and across the region, guided by a clear philosophy: to create spaces with soul,responsive to people and built to stand the test of time.

His leadership blends sensitivity with method, consistently integrating technology, the client experience, and design quality in every work. He is the driving spirit of a studio that doesn’t just build,it transforms.

From the outset, he has mastered the demanding craft of delivering quality architecture.

His design simplicity and sense of harmony, paired with a human-centered ethos,have left a distinctive mark across many of the studio’s works.

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OUR GUIDING PURPOSE

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