Pico Velásquez is a Computational Architect pioneering the future of phygital cities—integrating sensor data, AI, blockchain, and environmental intelligence to redefine urban ecosystems. Her work bridges physical and virtual realities, shaping dynamic, adaptive environments that create a new paradigm of intelligence and impact.

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As the Founder and CEO of VIIRA, Pico leads the development of the conscious brain of the future city, a platform that leverages AI data analytics to optimize infrastructure and sustainability.​ 

 

Her latest venture, Arkaleidos, adds the blockchain layer to urban development—tokenizing land and real estate assets to democratize ownership, unlock new financial models, and foster inclusive economic and social participation.

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Pico holds a Master’s in Computational Design from Harvard University and graduated cum laude from Universidad de Los Andes in Colombia. She has led award-winning projects, including sustainability research at Harvard’s Center for Green Buildings, the geometry design for Google’s California HQ at Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and immersive experiences like Samsung’s Social Galaxy with Kenzo Digital, Elysium, a multimedia memorial for Guy Laliberté (Founder, Cirque du Soleil), the Oculus at Seminole Hard Rock Casino & Hotel, in collaboration with Rockwell Group. She also served as Director of Innovation for digital twins at Journey, leading future-forward applications of virtual-physical integration.

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As a strategic advisor, Pico consults Fortune 500 companies on their Hybrid Architecture vision, and mentors early-stage startups in Deep Tech and Web3 through programs including Intel Ignite and Harvard incubators.

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A globally recognized speaker, she has delivered over 100 keynotes at leading forums such as the United Nations, Forbes 30/50, SXSW, LEAP, Dubai Future Forum, MIT Sloan and Harvard.