BIO

An architect by training with a specialization in archaeological heritage, he has over 25 years of international experience in fields as varied as humanitarian aid, international cooperation, architectural research, and archaeology. Since 2006, as a member of the Swiss Humanitarian Aid Unit (SHA), he has specialized in issues related to the planning and implementation of large-scale reconstruction programs in fragile contexts (Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Haiti) and seismic risk management (Albania).

Since 2016, he has been a consultant for the World Bank (WB) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) on reconstruction projects in various countries (Haiti, Dominican Republic, Belize, Suriname, Ecuador, Niger, Gabon, and Chad).

At the same time, he continues to practice architecture. In particular, he has developed new models of earthquake- and cyclone-resistant schools for the Haitian Ministry of Education, which are currently in use throughout the country.

He is also the author of several studies and publications on ancient Egyptian architecture and regularly collaborates with archaeological field missions to conduct research on pharaonic temples. He is also the author of several publications related to his work and research on the history of architecture.