Manuel is known for his creative design philosophy, combining technical expertise with a strong commitment to storytelling. Since joining TiggColl in 2015, he has contributed to projects ranging from student accommodation and co-living schemes to private homes and large-scale housing. He has also contributed to competitions, including the award-winning House for Theo and Oskar.

He qualified at the European University of Madrid (UEM) and completed his MArch with Distinction and Part III at the Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL. Prior to joining TiggColl, he worked in Spain with Estudio Álvarez-Sala and Andrés Perea , focusing on sustainable and Zero Energy design.

Manuel is also active in academia, having taught at UEM, collaborated with TU Delft and FADU Buenos Aires, and served as a guest critic at the Architectural Association in London.