HB often describes its work as “shaping the world through numbers.” What does this idea mean to you?
“Engineering is, in many ways, the art of defining space through numbers. Behind every structure there is a silent language made of calculations, relationships and forces that cannot be seen but can be understood. Numbers allow us to reveal what is invisible and to guide matter through space and time.
For me, calculation is not only a technical instrument but also a form of expression. It is a compass that allows us to transform abstract ideas into tangible structures. Every equation contains a possibility: the possibility of turning imagination into reality.
In this sense, engineering becomes a journey from idea to built form, where art and science meet. A project often begins with a formula, but it ends with a space that people experience and inhabit. Our role as engineers is to give shape to the future through precision of thought, intuition and the quiet strength of numbers.”
HB was founded in 2010. What was the original vision behind the company?
“When I founded the company in 2010, the idea was to build an engineering practice based on methodological rigor, pragmatism and a deep understanding of structural behavior. From the very beginning we focused on structural and geotechnical design, studying carefully the interaction between ground and structure.
One of the key elements that shaped our approach was Value Engineering. We always believed that engineering should not only solve technical problems but also optimise resources and create efficient, sustainable solutions.
Over time, our work on soil–structure interaction, post-tensioning techniques and suspended structures allowed us to develop advanced expertise and apply it to increasingly ambitious projects. Step by step, this experience built the foundation of our reputation and enabled us to take on more complex and diversified challenges.”
Engineering is often described as a dialogue between earth and form. How do you interpret this relationship?
“There is a hidden energy that supports every construction. You cannot see it directly, but you can feel it in the way a bridge challenges gravity, in the way a building responds to the wind, or in how a structure and the ground beneath it find a natural balance.
As engineers we work exactly in that subtle dimension where imagination meets physical reality. Knowledge is never static; it evolves, adapts and anticipates change. Each project is an opportunity to combine the solidity of engineering tradition with the exploration of new possibilities.
Calculation is the thread that connects everything. It is the moment when thought becomes structure and resistance. But engineering is never only about numbers. It is about balancing opposing forces and finding harmony between elements that might initially seem incompatible.”
