The Importance of Land, Hard Work and Remembering One's Roots
Promoter of the idea that architecture, with its buildings, is a symbol of our society’s complexity in its constant change.
He has dedicated himself to transforming architecture into a public art form in which grace and beauty are elements for facilitating a sense of community.
His contemporary architectural creations tell the story of many lives, leaving an indelible mark of people’s origins and special moments.
Architect/Urban Designer, Architectural Consultant, Writer, Speaker, and Cultural Activist
One of the most admired urban designers and architects in the world, Rocco Maragna is known for creating buildings that are ‘sensitive’ to social and cultural transformation.
He has a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Toronto and a Master of Architecture in Urban Design from Harvard University. He attended the prestigious International University of Art (UIA) in Venice. He is a Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada and an OAA-Ret (of the Ontario Association of Architects.)
Founder and President of the Gallery of Human Migration (GOHM).
The Moving Story
A short documentary by Rai Italia about Rocco Maragna in his Toronto offices of Forrec, one of the world’s most successful architectural firms.
An exciting account by Rocco Maragna, about Italian architecture, from the Vitruvian man to eco-sustainable systems to the fascinating story of Italian migration around the world.
Stories and News
Journeys of discovery are more interesting when they are shared. Join me on my journey to discover architecture that is ‘sensitive’ to cultural, social, and environmental well-being and growth.
