Alejandro Loor (b. 1997, Guayaquil, Ecuador) is an architect and design researcher whose practice interrogates the hidden forces shaping modern life, particularly within the contexts of Latin America and the Global South. Trained as an architect, his work transcends traditional boundaries, using speculative design as a tool to explore the unseen networks that sustain urban life. From his early explorations with Hidden Theatrics, which examined the overlooked systems underpinning architecture, to his current project Sacrificial Landscapes, Alejandro’s work seeks to reveal the complexities of globalization, displacement, and modern extractivism.

His approach is characterized by a blend of the conceptual and the tangible, where real-world scenarios are the foundation for speculative futures. His practice is defined by its multidisciplinary nature, encompassing everything from film and physical objects to detailed research reports. By materializing these ideas into concrete artifacts, Alejandro not only critiques current practices but also proposes new ecological and social narratives. His work is a provocation—designed to evoke reflection and action, challenging audiences to reconsider their relationship with the environments they inhabit.

Alejandro currently teaches at SCI-Arc in Los Angeles.