Our work spans hospitality resorts rooted in Chorotega and Sabanero heritage, a convention center whose Grand Entrance filters light like a rainforest canopy, a Nosara surf resort that protects Coiba trees, and civic buildings redefining transparency in Puntarenas and San José. Every project begins with the land, culture, and people.

We approach sustainability as an integrated performance strategy, designing places that are resilient, efficient, and prepared for the future. In Costa Rica, that means responding to local climate and ecosystems while considering how design can strengthen human experience, long-term value, and community resilience.

It feels like home — because Casa Pura Vida, our own office, was designed to be exactly that. Our studio brings together a close-knit community defined by trust, collaboration, and Costa Rican warmth, where designers feel a genuine sense of belonging while working on projects that shape the region.

Our San José team combines access to Gensler’s global network with a deep understanding of Latin American markets. This allows us to bring global methodologies and expertise to each project while translating them thoughtfully to local cultures, communities, business needs, and environmental conditions.

San José serves as a strategic base for Gensler’s work across Central America, combining regional market knowledge with the resources of a global design practice. Our teams collaborate across borders to help clients navigate evolving opportunities in hospitality, mixed-use, workplace, industrial, and urban development.