Natalia  speaks with Ximena Valle, Founder and Principal of Fifteen Architecture  and Design.  Hear Ximena speak about how she balances teaching and  professional life and how the classroom informs her approach in the  design studio and vice versa.

F  I F T E E N is an Architecture and Design practice based in  Philadelphia "driven by the desire to affect positive change. Inspired  by the power of great design, we see ourselves as a catalyst for  innovation and aim to redefine the dynamic between clients, communities,  and designers.

Founded  on our shared optimism for human interactions, we are committed to  delivering a new model for our practice, improving client experience and  project delivery through smart partnerships and new processes.

We  are passionate about entrepreneurial, cross-practice solutions that  improve our built environment, our communities, and our future."