Presentation of TBI
Firm Profile
TBI is a Spanish-German architectural and engineering firm founded in Barcelona offering extensive experience in complex projects for national and international clients. TBI is associated with the business group PGG Planungsgruppe U. Gerstner based in Xanten, (Germany) and Zug (Switzerland).
We are an international team of 20 highly motivated, qualified and diverse specialized architects, interior designers, together with a permanent team of technical specialists, we develop creative solutions with sustainable quality standards for our clients.
Background
The firm was founded in 1996 by Ulrich Gerstner, Dipl.-Ing. and Miguel Jordá, architect and managing director of TBI. Since 2019, Gregor Mertens, Dipl.-Ing. Architect, and Stefan Richter, Dipl.-Ing. Architect, are part of TBI Management as associated partners.
Ranges of services
Our services range from Technical Due Diligence, architecture, interior design, structural and building services engineering to project management and “turn-key” projects.
Our clientele includes both national and international companies and investors from the areas of logistics and industry, trade and office as well as residential and hotels.
Highlighted Projects
Our Spanish-German origin has enabled us to carry out numerous projects for German clients in Spain, as well as in recent years, a growing number in Germany.
Some examples are: Microliving and apartment buildings in Frankfurt, Würzburg and Munich. (Germany). Hotel Vincci Gala Barcelona, the Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten near Düsseldorf and the collaboration with OBMI from Florida (USA) of two hotel resorts in Gran Canaria. Office building for Dow Chemical, Headquarters of Doc Morris in the Netherlands, the complete renovation of the Foreign Ministry of the German Embassy in Madrid. The headquarters for Bertelsmann in Barcelona. Rheinpark-Center Neuss shopping center and interior design concept for the ECE Quartier shopping center on Mailänder Platz Stuttgart as well as the interior design for five shopping centers in China. Logistics center for Mercedes-Benz in Guadalajara (Spain) and various industrial premises for Dow Chemical in Tarragona and Volkswagen in Navarra (Spain).
Quality and Ecodesign Policy
At TBI our commitment is to provide reliability, professionalism, prompt response and highest quality. With the implementation of the Integrated Quality and Ecodesign Management System, we reassert our renewed commitment to client satisfaction and business excellence.
See here our Quality and Ecodesign Policy.
Team
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Miguel Jordá Petersen
Born in 1956 in Hamburg, Germany / 1984 University studies at the Escuela Técnica Superior de Arquitectura in Barcelona. Specialized in: Construction / Academic Title: Architect / Professional Experience: 1984 - 1995 Industrial Engineering and Architecture / Since 1996 at TBI Barcelona / CEO and Technical Director.
Miguel Jordá Petersen
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Gregor Mertens
Born in 1969 in Ochsenhausen, Germany / 2000 University studies at the TU Darmstadt, Germany and 1998 at the ETSAB in Barcelona / Academic Title: Dipl.-Ing. Architektur (Architect) / 2008 Post graduate in Sustainable Architecture and Urbanism at the La Salle University in Barcelona / Since 2008 at TBI Barcelona / Project Manager and Design Coordinator / Partner since 2019.
Gregor Mertens
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Stefan Richter
Born in 1974 in Schwerte, Germany / 2001 University studies at the TU Dortmund, Germany / Academic Title: Dipl.-Ing. Architektur (Architect) / 2003 - 2004 Master in Computerized Architectonic Projects at UPC, Barcelona / 2020 Post graduate in Project Management at Escola Sert, Barcelona / Since 2005 at TBI Barcelona / Project and Construction Manager / Partner since 2019.
Stefan Richter
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Sofia Alexanderson
Born in 1976 in Karlskrona, Sweden / 2003 Design Degree at the Design Institute of San Diego, USA / Academic Title: Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design / Professional experience: 2007 – 2014 Puresang Diseño-Arquitectura, Barcelona / Since 2014 at TBI Barcelona / Chief Interior Designer.
Sofia Alexanderson
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Lluís Arcusa Postils
Born in 1958 in Barcelona, Spain / 1984 University studies at the Escuela Técnica Superior de Arquitectura in Barcelona. Specialized in: Construction / Academic Title: Architect / Professional Experience: 1991 - 1994 Taller de Arquitectura Ricardo Bofill. Since 1997 at TBI Barcelona / Project and Construction Manager.
Lluís Arcusa Postils
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Rafel Villamayor Kreutzer
Born in 1960 in Barcelona, Spain / 1992 University studies at the Escuela Técnica Superior de Arquitectura in Barcelona / Professional Experience: 1990 - 1999 Taller de Arquitectura Ricardo Bofill, 1999 - 2006 TBI Barcelona, 2006 - 2008 Gerens Hill International. Since 2008 at TBI Barcelona / Project Manager.
Rafel Villamayor Kreutzer
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Tobias Gottschalk
Born in 1962 in Reinbeck, Deutschland / 1999 University studies at the Fachhochschule Stuttgart / Academic Title: Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Architekt (Architect) / Professional Experience: 2001 - 2013 Santiago Vives Arquitecte, Barcelona / Since 2016 at TBI Barcelona / Architect.
Tobias Gottschalk
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Susanna Andrés Trauschke
Born in 1970 in Alfeld a.d. Leine, Germany / 1993 University studies at the Universitat Autònoma of Barcelona / Academic Title: Degree in Translation and Interpretation / Since 1996 at TBI Barcelona / Assistant Director and Head of Integrated Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14006).
Susanna Andrés Trauschke
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Raúl Esteve Martínez
Born in 1984 in Terrassa, Spain / 2009 University studies at the Escuela Técnica Superior de Arquitectura del Vallès / Academic Title: Architect / 2013 Post graduate in sustainability in architecture at the Escola Sert - COAC, Barcelona / 2021 WELL Accredited Professional – International WELL Building Institute // Professional Experience: 2006 – 2008 Estudi d’Arquitectura Oliva Remolà, Barcelona / Since 2008 at TBI Barcelona / Architect and WELL AP.
Raúl Esteve Martínez
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Erika Choquet Pons
Born in 1984 in Niza, France / 2018 University studies at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya / Academic Title: Architect / Professional experience: 2008 - 2010 Jaume Pons Arquitectura, Barcelona; 2010 - 2013 Mossessian and Partners, London; 2013 - 2014 Medium Architekten; 2014 – 2018 ECE Projektmanagement G.mb.H & Co. KG, Hamburg / Since 2018 at TBI Barcelona / Architect.
Erika Choquet Pons
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Joan Font Ballesté
Born in 1982 in Sabadell, Spain / 2009 University studies at the Escuela Técnica Superior de Arquitectura de Barcelona / Academic Title: Architect / 2017 Master Degree in Construction Technologie at Faculdade de Arquitetura e Urbanismo de la Universidade de São Paulo (BR) / Professional Experience: 2010 – 2016 Paulo Bruna Arquitetos Associados, São Paulo (BR) / Since 2018 at TBI Barcelona / Architect.
Joan Font Ballesté
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Maria Mateu Molina
Born in 1991 in Barcelona, Spain / 2013 University studies at the Escola Superior de Disseny i Art Llotja de Barcelona / Academic Title: Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design / Professional Experience: 2013-2017 Crea Projects, Barcelona / Since 2017 at TBI Barcelona / Interior Designer.
Maria Mateu Molina
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Jaime Masó Capellà
Born in 1956 in Barcelona, Spanien / 1981 University studies at the Escola Tècnica Superior d’Arquitectura de Barcelona / Professional Experience: 1983 - 1994 Contec S.L., Barcelona, 1994 – 1996 Wördehoff Ingenieurgesellschaft, Braunschweig (DE) / Since 1996 at TBI Barcelona / Architect.
Jaime Masó Capellà
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Carlos Mir Torrents
Born in 1977 in Sant Feliu de Llobregat, Spain / 2002 University studies at the Escuela Universitaria Politécnica in Barcelona / Academic Title: Building engineer / 2006 Postgraduate in Construction Management at the Colegio de Aparejadores y Arquitectos Técnicos of Barcelona / Since 2002 at TBI Barcelona / Construction Manager.
Carlos Mir Torrents
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Víctor Blanco Solé
Born in 1989 in Barcelona, Spain / 2013 University studies at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya / Academic Title: Bachelor’s Degree in Building Engineering / 2014 Master’s Degree in Architecture and Sustainability at the Escola Tècnica Superior d’Arquitectura de Barcelona / Since 2016 at TBI Barcelona / Construction manager.
Víctor Blanco Solé
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Alexandra Loest
Born in 1987 in Kirchen, Germany / 2013 Universität Siegen Architektur (DE) / Academic Title: B.Sc. Architecture / Master’s Degree in Heritage Conservation at the Universität Bamberg / Academic title: Master of Arts // Professional experience: 2016-2019 Schiller Architektur BDA, Uhingen (DE) / 2020-2022 Euteneuer Architekten Partnergesellschaft mbB, Neunkirchen (DE) // Since 2022 at TBI Barcelona / Architect.
Alexandra Loest
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William D.Gómez Contreras
Born in 1988 in Cúcuta, Colombia / 2012 University studies at Universidad Francisco de Paula Santander (UFPS) in Cúcuta (COL) 2017 / Academic Title: Architect / Master’s Degree in Building Engineering at the Escola superior d’Edificacions de Barcelona (EPSEB. UPC-Tech) // Professional experience: 2013 – 2015 BAC Engineering CG, Bogotá (COL); 2015 – 2017 BAC Enginnering CG, Barcelona; 2018 – 2020 Andrés – Pavan Arquitectos, Barcelona; 2021 – 2022 IDOM, Cornellá de Llobregat // Since 2022 at TBI Barcelona / Architect.
William D.Gómez Contreras
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Signe Schuler
Born in 1995 in Lich, Germany / 2021 University studies at RWTH Aachen University (DE) / Academic Title: M.Sc. Architecture // Since 2022 at TBI Barcelona / Architect.
Signe Schuler
BIM
BIM
We have been working with the BIM (Building Information Modeling) planning method since 2012. A virtual 3D model is created that simulates the finished building and digitally records, combines and networks all relevant building data. TBI works with the BIM program Autodesk Revit, compatible with Autodesk AutoCAD and uses the render plug-in Enscape for visualizations.
Advantages of using the BIM system:
- All those involved in the project, such as architects and engineers, work on a single 3D model, which improves teamwork and optimizes the planning process. Potential problems or conflicts can thus be identified and resolved at an early stage.
- BIM simplifies the geometric visualization of the project. Builders and investors get a realistic idea of the future building at an early stage. Our suggestions and design options are accompanied by visualizations. With the Enscape render plug-in, 360 ° panoramic views and interactive virtual tours can also be created (virtual reality).
- Various ideas and design variants can be played through and discussed on the digital building model.
- All information such as costs, quantity calculation and time schedule can be integrated into the model and are available at any time.
- BIM is the technical base for sustainable building projects and their certification.
- Once the building has been completed, the model database can serve as the basis for facility management.
Sustainability
Sustainable architecture
TBI continuously improves its environmental performance thought training and awareness of its employees and collaborators and implements the relevant good practices for the reduction of consumption and waste products, as well as its correct management.
As an environmentally conscious architecture firm, we use every project to develop a sustainable architectural concept to minimize the negative environmental impact of buildings by efficiency and moderation in the use of materials, energy, development space and the ecosystem at large. To underline this quality, our office was certified by TÜV Rheinland with the eco-design certificate ISO 14006: 2011.
Efficient, Sustainable, WELL
In the life cycle of a building, the use phase is the longest of all. This is the reason why the energy efficiency of a building is so important because it enables us to significantly reduce the environmental impact. In 2014 the Vincci Gala Hotel was one of the first hotels in Barcelona to receive an “A” energy rating. Another very relevant aspect is the use of materials and construction systems that make it possible to close the life cycle of materials. At TBI, we design our buildings with construction systems and materials that can be recycled or reused at the end of the building’s life cycle. In recent years there has been a growing awareness of the impact buildings have on the health and wellbeing of their users. The WELL standard, which is based on scientific and technical knowledge, is a pioneer within this field. At TBI we want to be part of this new philosophy by applying these WELL criteria and strategies in our projects. Our main goal is to design efficient, sustainable and healthy buildings.
Certifications ISO
Certifications
Our commitment to quality is validated by the Integrated Quality, Environment and Ecodesign System (ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and 14006:2011) obtained from TÜV Rheinland. A further guarantee of our professionalism is our registration with the Spanish Data Protection Agency.
See here our Quality and Ecodesign Policy.
Publications
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12.2020 Vía Construcción No. 152, Spain
TBI Architecture & Engineering, Coliving Projects.
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09.2016 Guía de Estudios de Arquitectura 2016 / 2017, Spain
TBI Architecture & Engineering
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09.2014 BOB International Magazine of Space Design No. 122, Korea
Hotel Vincci Gala Barcelona
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04.2014 Habitat Futura, Spain
Lecture Miguel Jordá on Green hotel & tourism solutions II
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12.1999 Oficinas, No. 221, Spain
Corporate office building Bertelsmann Group in Barcelona
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