Daphne Gurri, AIA, RID, NCIDQ, NCARB, LEED AP, is the Owner and Principal of Gurri Matute PA, an award-winning architecture and interior design firm based in Miami, Florida. A registered Architect and Interior Designer with more than 36 years of experience, she has led a career defined by design excellence, technical precision, and fearless leadership.
A Miami native, Ms. Gurri earned her Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Miami in 1988 and a Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University in 1992. She went on to teach architectural design as an Adjunct Professor at Florida International University’s School of Architecture from 1992 to 2000, mentoring the next generation of designers. In 1996, she launched her own practice, which grew into Gurri Matute PA after being joined by her husband and partner, José G. Matute, AIA, in 2000. Today, the firm is recognized for its award-winning work in civic, education, federal, healthcare, and transportation design.
Throughout her career, Ms. Gurri has been honored with numerous accolades, including the Young Architect of the Year Award from the City of Coral Gables Mayor’s Office, multiple Historic Preservation Awards from organizations such as Dade Heritage Trust and AIA Florida, and recognition from the Builders Association of South Florida. In 2020, she was named AIA Miami’s Architect of the Year.
Passionate about design’s power to shape communities, Ms. Gurri is also a strong advocate for resilient design as a LEED Accredited Professional, promoting buildings and environments that are sustainable, adaptable, and built for long-term performance. She was recently appointed to the Miami-Dade County Historic Preservation Board, further advancing her commitment to protecting and celebrating the region’s architectural and cultural heritage. She champions women in STEM and actively mentors young architects, inspiring them to excel both in the profession and in leadership roles. Her fearless determination, boundless energy, and commitment to mentorship have made her both a trailblazer in architecture and a role model for future generations of women in the field.
