Flores-Rodriguez flowers at AG Architecture

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Jarincy Flores-Rodriguez joined AG Architecture as an intern in 2015 because the firm’s tagline — a sense of community — struck a chord.

AG’s team continued to support her as she advanced through college at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in architecture. After college, Flores-Rodriguez joined AG full time as an architectural designer.

“Her hard work and unique skill set, along with AG’s commitment to personal development, aligned for a senior living project in Colorado called Aberdeen Ridge,” said PushPoint Marketing Principal Jenny Rebholz. “This was one of the firm’s first projects in Revit, and Jarincy played a key role in developing the 3D model. Her dedication to this effort and technical expertise made it evident that she should be part of the concept presentation team. This was the first time an emerging professional in the firm played such a key technical role in a major concept presentation with the client.

“Jarincy has also gained valuable construction administration experience as an integral member of the team for RiverWoods in New Hampshire, a fast-paced senior living remodel/renovation project,” Rebholz added.

Many projects in the architecture industry involve building consensus. What does that mean to Flores-Rodriguez?

“Building consensus is the ability to actively collaborate with many people and come up with something that benefits all parties,” she said. “It’s involving everyone affected and hearing their voice, because ultimately our goal is to provide for the people inhabiting the space.”

Flores-Rodriguez has participated in AG Habitat for Humanity event days, as well as industry events with Women in Design. She has also been a member of the National Organization of Minority Architects’ Wisconsin Chapter.

“During undergrad she volunteered for the Immigration Help Center called Voces de la Frontera,” Rebholz said. “She worked with the organization to build more awareness about immigration issues going on in the community.”