Designing the Future of Coastal Living

ABOUT

RLA Studio, based in San Juan del Sur and Masaya, Nicaragua, specializes in bioclimatic beach home design. Founded by architect Raúl López Pastrán, we bring over 10 years of experience in creating sustainable, functional homes for international and Nicaraguan clients along the Pacific coast.

Our process is collaborative, starting with deep listening and continuing through topographic studies, design, on-site supervision, and final finishes. We integrate bioclimatic strategies, local materials, and eco-friendly construction methods to create homes that naturally cool, maximize daylight, and blend with the landscape.

At RLA Studio, we don’t just design houses; we craft living experiences based on trust, transparency, and a human-centered approach.

IN A YEAR

Be the most famous, most influential architecture studio with the most beautiful projects in San Juan del Sur and the pacific area of Nicaragua.

IN FIVE YEARS

Be recognized as the #1 architecture studio in the entire national territory, most famous, most influential and most acclaimed on social networks.

IN TEN YEARS

Architecture studio with international presence (beaches of Central America) Top #1 best architecture firms with more influence and projects, social media genius and leading our design academy.

OUR MISSION

During my early years as an architect apprentice, I quickly noticed a common issue: designs often overlooked critical factors such as construction budgets, energy efficiency, and the natural elements of lighting and ventilation. Clients frequently had beautiful plans but lacked the means or understanding to bring them to life effectively. Moreover, there was no consideration of construction logistics from the very beginning of the design process.

This realization led me to specialize in bioclimatic architecture, which I explored in-depth during my thesis. In my professional practice, I decided to apply these principles to luxury beach homes, a core focus of our office. By combining sustainability with elegance, we create homes that are not only visually stunning but also functionally efficient and environmentally conscious.

At RLA Studio, we primarily serve international clients who often face the challenge of designing and building in Nicaragua. Our mission is to provide more than just a design service—we offer an experience. Through our bioclimatic design approach, we deliver exceptional luxury homes that meet North American standards, all while maintaining transparency, ethical practices, and a deep commitment to each client’s vision.

OUR TEAM

Passionate professionals committed to sustainable and innovative beach home design.

Arq. Raúl López Pastrán

Arq. Raúl López Pastrán

Founder & Main Designer

Arq. Engel’s Galo

Arq. Engel’s Galo

Project Developer

Arq. Erick Cerda

Arq. Erick Cerda

Rendering Artist

Lic. Yeris Gutiérrez

Lic. Yeris Gutiérrez

Administration

Ing. Edwin Peralta

Ing. Edwin Peralta

Structural Designer

Ing. Anielka Rodríguez

Ing. Anielka Rodríguez

Structural Designer

Arq. Fabián Dávila

Arq. Fabián Dávila

Plumbing Designer

Ing. Gabriel Mora

Ing. Gabriel Mora

Topography Surveyor

Ing. Margaret Orozco

Ing. Margaret Orozco

Budget Calculation

Founder

Raúl López Pastrán

Is an architect by profession and a creative by nature. He is deeply committed to enhancing the quality of life for his clients through bioclimatic architecture, offering an unparalleled design experience for beach houses in the Pacific region of Nicaragua.

In addition to his architectural expertise, Raúl is also a skilled architectural photographer and videographer, with a true passion for architectural visualization.

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