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Year Joined: 2019

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, New York Institute of Technology 2014

Professional Background: Her prior experience in engineering and hands on working knowledge in field construction has given her a well-rounded solid understanding of all aspects related to project management and the complexities therein.

Position: In her position, Laura designs and composes compelling graphic presentations for planning and architectural competitions and municipal approval for projects all over the New York City region. She also prepares zoning and feasibility studies for potential new projects, and expands the social awareness and impact of our public realm design through research.

Personal Life: Laura enjoys traveling in her spare time and is influenced by the various types of architecture while actively pursuing her architecture license.

Year Joined: 2021

Education and Certifications:

• Master’s degree in Architecture and Urban Planning, Gdansk University of Technology, Poland
• Diploma in Accounting, New York Institute of English and Business

Professional Background: Dominika has worked in the architectural industry for over 19 years with extensive experience in all phases, not limited to conceptual design, construction administration, project management, in addition to field inspections and most recently specializing in luxury, high-end NYC residential construction.

Position: At Aufgang, Dominika manages client relations, consultant coordination, construction administration, and construction documents. She manages staff members and relationships with clients and consultants from inception of a project, through all required approvals and eventual construction.

Personal Life: In her spare time Dominika enjoys running, swimming, skiing, and cooking and has competed in challenging triathlons/marathons both in the US and Europe in addition to scuba diving.

Year Joined: 2021

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor of Architecture, New Jersey Institute of Technology 2018

Professional Background: Her passion for architecture developed in high school after searching for a profession that is both creative and makes a physical difference. Her prior experience includes designing houses of worship and affordable housing.

Position: Aa’esha’s position includes production of construction documents, collaborating with consultants in the construction administration phase, and handling the day-to-day needs of an active project.

Personal Life: Outside of architecture, Aa’esha enjoys biking and eating foods from different cultures.

Year Joined: 2017

Education and Certifications:

• Master of Science in Human Resource Management Mercy College

Professional Background: Jodi brings over 20 years of administrative experience to the firm, primarily in the engineering field.

Position: She is responsible for processing submittals, organizing shop drawings, maintaining calendars, assisting with DOB and HPD applications and notarizing essential paperwork.

Personal Life: Jodi is an avid baker as well as a novice gardener. She also volunteers with the veterans living at Rockland’s Homes for Heroes in Orangeburg, NY.

Year Joined: 2005

Education and Certifications:

• Bergen County Community College, 2000

Professional Background: He began his career in construction, spending years working as a skilled welder. He then became drawn to design, and started combining his experience in the field with his knowledge of computer software to design and create Point of Purchase Display units for major retail companies.

Position: Since joining Aufgang in 2005, Alex has been using his talent and years of experience as an architectural draftsman and is responsible for developing construction documents and coordination with consultant documents on many small and large residential, commercial, and mixed-use buildings.

Personal Life: In his spare time he plays drums for the band “Twisting Faith,” which he co-founded, enjoys horseback riding and is an avid certified wreck diver.

Year Joined: 2015

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor of Architecture from Bangalore University in India
• Registered Architect with Council of Architecture, New Delhi

Professional Background: He brings 20 years of experience to his work with expertise in the design of residential, commercial, retail and mixed–use projects. He joined Aufgang in 2015 to expand his expertise into multi-family housing after working in Singapore and later in Chicago, New York, and New Jersey.

Position: Jeevan believes that Architecture plays an integral role in shaping the way we live, work, and socialize, and he strives to bring meaningful design solutions through strong technical detailing. He is a highly skilled technical Architect who has led several projects, overseeing design work, construction documentation, permitting and construction administration.

Personal Life: Besides his passion for Architecture, Jeevan is an avid traveler and believes travel makes you a more well-rounded human being.

Year Joined: 2004

Education and Certifications:

• New York Institute of Technology, 1985
• Licensed architect in the state of New York

Professional Background: He was born and raised on the island of Puerto Rico, but moved to the United States and has been a native New Yorker since 1982. After graduating with high honors from the Colegio Marista in 1979, Edwin went on to attend undergraduate studies at the University of Puerto Rico, before coming to the U.S. to enroll in the New York Institute of Technology to study architecture. Edwin brings over 30 years of prior experience to our team at Aufgang, previously working in corporate interior design and construction service firms, leading tenant build-out projects, facilitating real estate management and leasing services with supportive documentation, and various moderate tenant-in-place rehabilitation projects all over the states of New York and New Jersey.

Position: At Aufgang, Edwin serves as our Director of Preservation and is responsible for the coordination and management of residential rehabilitation projects, moderating tenant-in-place rehabilitation projects, facilitating the design, coordination, and implementation of various adaptive reuse projects, and is currently leading numerous renovations throughout all five boroughs and upstate New York.

Personal Life: Edwin is currently certified as a New York State Emergency Medical Technician and holds a certificate with the American Heart Association as an accredited CPR and First Aid Instructor. He has also been an active member of the Beekman Fire Department and Beekman Volunteer Rescue Squad since 1987.

Year Joined: 2000

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from the City College of the City University of New York 1986.
• Studied: Universidad Albert Einstein, San Salvador, El Salvador, and the New York Institute of Technology
• Licensed architect in the state of New York

Professional Background: She is fluent in Spanish and English, and has been practicing Architecture since 1984. Before joining Aufgang, Doris was staff Architect at Alan Lapidus Architect PC; responsible for design, development, construction management of hotel projects in New York, Florida, Atlantic City, Puerto Rico, and other locations. She brought over 16 years of project design and development experience when she joined our firm in 2000.

Position: At Aufgang she is involved in the design, development, and management of residential and commercial projects in New York City and throughout New York State.

Personal Life: Doris enjoys hiking, kayaking, music and art.

Year Joined: 1998

Education and Certifications:

• Attended: Aeronautical Science, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 1988-1991
• Degree in architecture, Orange County Community College 1998

Professional Background: Chris’ lifelong passion for architecture and building comes from a childhood spent growing up among sawdust and blueprints as the son of a cabinet maker. After graduating high school, he spent 8 years serving his country in the United States Marine Corps, where he learned the value of discipline, precision, reliability and pride in a job well done that he brings to everything he does. After an honorable discharge from the Marines, he began working alongside his father in the cabinetry business.

Position: Shortly after college graduation, he joined Aufgang Architects and has worked diligently over the years. Chris is responsible for the creation of working documents, coordinating consultant documents, notarizing our important paperwork, and additionally does graphic design for our various ads and brochures. He takes great pride and satisfaction in seeing the projects he’s developed begin as drawings done on CAD software, end up coming to life as fully constructed buildings.

Personal Life: Outside of work, Chris is an avid Formula 1 fan and is also actively involved with the Marine Corps League, a group of retired Marines who volunteer in the community to help better the lives of many children & veterans. He’s also been known to enjoy the pleasure of dark humor, good cognac, and a decent cigar.

Year Joined: 2008

Education and Certifications:

• Architecture and Design, University of Buenos Aires 1999

Professional Background: During his academic career, he worked for several architectural firms as an intern, which taught him valuable experience in working in the architectural industry. Before joining Aufgang, Mariano relocated to Spain where he worked for two leading architectural firms in the city of Marbella. He then relocated to the United States where he has worked in architecture for more than 12 years, joining our firm in 2008.

Position: Mariano is highly experienced in hand renderings, having taken courses in design and drawing while attending a technical high school where he earned the degree of construction manager. Mariano is a skilled designer and an excellent team player, he believes that working as a team is crucial in order to complete a project, meet specific deadlines, and exceed a client’s expectations.

Personal Life: Outside of work Mariano enjoys drawing, outdoor activities and reading.