As a Managing Partner at XBD Collective, Marc Roca Bravo oversees the firm’s architectural and interior design services in the commercial, hospitality, and multi-residential developments. Having worked on many award-winning projects internationally, Marc is recognised for his down-to-earth leadership and a design ethos rooted in creativity, attention to detail, and client-centric solutions.
Marc joined XBD Collective in 2021, where he played a pivotal role in establishing the commercial department from the ground up. His ability to guide projects from concept to completion, such as St. Regis Residences in Downtown Dubai, Metropolitan Towers in Lagos, and several more high-profile developments in Dubai such as Soho Residences in Dubai Hills, has allowed him to build strong client relationships, delivering projects that reflect a blend of contemporary design and sustainable urban planning. Under his direction, XBD Collective has gained a reputation for creating spaces that reflect modern lifestyles while enhancing the surrounding urban environment.
Educated at the prestigious Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya in Barcelona, with further studies in Sweden and Brazil, Marc combines global perspectives with a deep understanding of local contexts. His notable projects include St. Regis Residences in Downtown Dubai, Metropolitan Towers in Lagos, and several more high-profile developments in Dubai such as Soho Residences in Dubai Hills.
Marc’s forward-thinking approach is guided by a vision for architecture that prioritises the well-being of communities while embracing cutting-edge technology and sustainability. He believes that modern architecture has the power to shape the future of urban landscapes, and he is committed to designing environments that integrate seamlessly into their surroundings.
- Master of Architecture (M.Arch.), Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, ETSAV, Barcelona, Spain (2002 – 2009)
- South America Scholarship, Escola da Cidade, São Paulo, Brazil (2008)
- Erasmus Scholarship, Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden (2006 – 2007)
- SOHO Collection, Dubai Hills Estate, UAE
Finalist, SBID Awards 2024 - AlThuraya Island, Sharjah Waterfront, UAE
- Rixos Residences, Downtown, Dubai, UAE
Shortlisted, CID MENA Awards 2024 - St. Regis Residences, Downtown, Dubai, UAE
Winner, OPAL Award London 2023
World’s Best Showhome Interiors, IPA 2023-2024 (for St. Regis Experience Centre) - Modern Working, The Opus, Dubai
Best Office Interior, Arabia, IPA 2023-2024
Winner, OPAL Award London 2023
Winner, SBID Awards 2023 - Metropolitan Towers, Lagos, Nigeria
Best Residential High Rise Architecture Nigeria, IPA Awards 2023-2024