Darío Cobo Calvo, an architect graduated from the Polytechnic University of Madrid (ETSAM, 2014), has cultivated his expertise through diverse educational pursuits at esteemed national and international institutions. His educational journey encompasses institutions like the Institut Français d'Urbanisme, ENSA Paris-Malaquais, UIMP, USP Ceu, and Círculo de BBAA.
As a founding partner of gurea arquitectura cooperativa, an architectural firm operating as a cooperative in Bilbao, Darío has played a pivotal role in its establishment and growth.
His professional voyage commenced in Paris, contributing his architectural skills at Lacaton & Vassal Architectes (2015-2017), actively involved in designing and executing collective housing projects. Subsequently, he ventured into IDOM (2017-2022), assuming responsibility for spearheading the design and coordination of projects centered around urban resilience and sustainability initiatives in West Africa.
In 2022, Darío co-founded gurea cooperative architecture alongside fellow architects. This cooperative is dedicated to crafting living spaces through design, construction, and refurbishment, focusing on affordability and a steadfast commitment to societal and environmental realities.