ABOUT US
Transforming Architectural Visions
At Castillo Fab we specialize in transforming architectural visions into captivating models. Our mission is to work closely with our clients and form long-lasting relationships, striving to bring architectural design to life with precision, creativity, and reliability.
Founded in 2023, Castillo Fab began with a simple idea: leveraging the latest digital fabrication technology to make architectural models accessible to a broader range of designers. Founding director Carlos Castillo brings a decade of experience as a Model Maker to help our clients develop and execute their fabrication needs.
We can fabricate models for every stage of the design process, from volumetric models to full flesh exhibition quality models.
Our Team
Carlos Castillo
Director
As a dedicated professional in the architectural model-making and fabrication industry, Carlos is passionate about bringing innovative designs to life through meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail. His experience includes working as a model maker for Rafael Viñoly Architects and Bjarke Ingels Group, where He contributed to some of their most prestigious projects. Additionally, Carlos has shared his expertise through teaching at Parsons The New School.
Forrest Gill-Ehlen
Junior Model Maker
Forrest holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Pratt Institute, where he honed his craft as an architectural designer. He has worked extensively in fabrication through roles in the Pratt wood shop and laser lab, and has gained professional experience through internships at Winick Architects and Circular. His work reflects an emphasis on craft and precision.
Sofia Narvaez
Junior Model Maker
Sofia holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Pratt Institute. She gained hands-on fabrication experience through a research assistantship at Pratt, and has a passion for precise, detail-oriented work. Alongside building models, Sofia is actively involved in model documentation and photo editing at Castillo-Fab.
Misheelt Batkhurel
Studio Assistant
Currently working towards obtaining a B.Arch at Pratt Institute. Prior to moving to NY, Misheelt completed an associate degree with a digital media certificate in architecture. Architectural fabrication and urban gardening are a few of the things that Misheelt is passionate about.
Collaborators
Erhan Mues
Erhan is an artist and paint specialist who has collaborated closely with Castillo Fab to create expertly painted, high-quality surface treatments on our models.
Miriam Pepe
Miriam is an artist and fabricator with a BA in studio art and experience in public art and sculpture fabrication. She has contributed to many of our projects, particularly in woodworking and pedestal construction.
Our Clients
