Enrique Norten is a distinguished Mexican architect and the founder of TEN Arquitectos (Taller de Enrique Norten), a firm with offices in Mexico City, New York, and Miami. Born in Mexico City in 1954, Norten earned his architecture degree from the Universidad Iberoamericana before obtaining a master’s degree from Cornell University. Since establishing his practice in 1986, he has become a leading figure in contemporary architecture, known for a style that blends modern glass-and-steel aesthetics with a deep sensitivity to urban contexts and social transparency.

Norten’s portfolio is characterized by its technical precision and its ability to redefine public spaces. One of his most influential early works is the National Library of the Arts in Mexico City, which showcased his skill in integrating large-scale infrastructure with light and air. His work in the United States includes the Rutgers Business School in New Jersey and the Mercedes House in New York, a residential building known for its unique cascading silhouette. His projects often challenge traditional boundaries between interior and exterior, utilizing transparency to foster a sense of connectivity between the building’s inhabitants and the surrounding city.

Throughout his career, Norten has been a vocal advocate for the role of architecture in revitalizing urban environments and addressing social needs. He has received numerous accolades, including the Mies van der Rohe Award for Latin American Architecture and the "Leonardo da Vinci" World Award of Arts. In addition to his design work, Norten is a dedicated educator, having held prestigious teaching positions at institutions such as the University of Pennsylvania, Harvard, and Columbia. His influence remains significant as his firm continues to manage a diverse range of projects, from museums and libraries to complex mixed-use developments across the Americas.