P&P Architects

Established in 1984, Perez & Perez Architects Planners is a full-service architecture firm specializing in architecture, interiors, and program management.

The firm is led by Daniel Perez-Zarraga, AIA, one of the original founders, along with partners Jaime Cruanyas, AIA; Jaime Ruiz, AIA; and Ben Melendez. Known for its commitment to design excellence and attention to detail, the firm has earned recognition at the local, national, and international levels.

With more than four decades of experience, Perez & Perez has delivered exceptional results across a wide range of project types, with particular strength in transportation-related work. The firm’s diversified portfolio includes aviation, maritime, justice, and educational projects; transportation facilities; public and private multifamily housing; mixed-use residential developments; commercial and retail facilities; office buildings; logistics complexes; and sports facilities.

Through trusted guidance in planning, design, construction, and renovation, the firm has built long-standing relationships resulting in repeat commissions and referrals. Headquartered in Florida, Perez & Perez serves clients throughout the Caribbean, Central America, and Latin America, and is recognized for excellence in total project delivery.

As part of its continued evolution, the firm has reintroduced itself as P&P Architects, reflecting a refreshed brand and a forward-looking architectural vision while maintaining the values and design excellence that have defined the practice for decades.

P&P Architects offers comprehensive services including planning, architectural document coordination, and construction administration. The firm has a proven track record in light and heavy rail, bus corridors, terminals, and maintenance facilities, with notable projects such as MiamiCentral Station, Cypress Creek Station, and the Miami Intermodal Center. Internationally, the firm has contributed to major infrastructure projects, including 16 elevated metro stations in Panama and key airport expansions.

team members

Daniel Perez Zarraga

Partner

Jaime Cruanyas

Partner

Jaime Ruiz

Partner

Ben Melendez

Partner

design awards

Awards filter
Project of the Year in Transportation
Design - Build Institute of America
South Dade Transit Operations Center
2026
Envision Gold Award
Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure
South Corridor - South-Dade Transitway
2024
Honor Award of Excellence
AIA Miami
Carnival Cruise Line Terminal F
2023
JUSTICE FACILITIES REVIEW AWARD
AIA ACADEMY OF ARCHITECTURE FOR JUSTICE
MIAMI DADE CHILDREN'S COURTHOUSE
2016
Leed for New Construction Silver
US Green Building Council
Vista Mar Apartments
2012
DESIGN AWARD OF HONOR
SOCIETY OF AMERICAN REGISTERED ARCHITECTS
PANAMA METRO LINE 2 STATIONS IN PANAMA CITY, PANAMA
2015
AWARD OF MERIT IN RAIL CATEGORY
ENR GLOBAL BEST PROJECTS
MIC - EARLINGTON HEIGHTS CONNECTOR METRO RAIL STATION
2013
DESIGN AWARD OF MERIT - BUILT WORK
AIA FLORIDA
MIC - EARLINGTON HEIGHTS CONNECTOR METRO RAIL STATION
2013
DESIGN AWARD OF MERIT - BUILT WORK
AIA MIAMI
MIC - EARLINGTON HEIGHTS CONNECTOR METRO RAIL STATION
2012
DESIGN AWARD OF MERIT - BUILT WORK
SOCIETY OF AMERICAN REGISTERED ARCHITECTS
MIC - EARLINGTON HEIGHTS CONNECTOR METRO RAIL STATION
2012
CITATION FOR EXCELLENCE
NATIONAL CENTER FOR STATE COURTS - FLORIDA
MIAMI DADE CHILDREN'S COURTHOUSE
2010
CITATION
AIA ACADEMY OF ARCHITECTURE FOR JUSTICE
2009
EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION
ASSOCIATED BUILDERS & CONTRACTORS - TARMAC
CITY OF DEERFIELD BEACH MITIGATION OP. CENTER
2008
DESIGN AWARD OF MERIT - UNBUILT WORK
SOCIETY OF AMERICAN REGISTERED ARCHITECTS
MIC - EARLINGTON HEIGHTS CONNECTOR METRO RAIL STATION
2007
FIRE STATION DESIGN AWARD
STATION STYLE
CITY OF DEEFIELD BEACH MITIGATION OP. CENTER
2007
AWARD OF MERIT - UNBUILT WORK
AIA FLORIDA
MIC- EARLINGTON HEIGHTS CONNECTOR METRO RAIL STATION
2006
AWARD OF MERIT - UNBUILT WORK
AIA MIAMI
MIC- EARLINGTON HEIGHTS CONNECTOR METRO RAIL STATION
2006
MIAMI DESIGN BEAUTIFICATION AWARD
SOUTH BEACH HOTEL
2004
MERIT AWARD
MIAMI DESIGN PRESERVATION LEAGUE
CREST HOTEL & SUITES
2003
AIA AWARD OF MERIT
DESIGN CATEGORY
CONCOURSE H AT MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
1998
AIA AWARD OF MERIT
DESIGN CATEGORY
TRI-RAIL CYPRESS CREEK STATION
1996
AIA AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
BUILT CATEGORY
THE PELICAN CANAL RESIDENCE
1996
AIA AWARD OF HONOR
MIAMI DESIGN PRESERVATION LEAGUE
THE LORD BALFOUR HOTEL
1994