The AIA New Jersey Equity in Architecture Committee is excited to share the news that AIA New Jersey Members Elizabeth Pacheco, AIA, and Angelica Arent, AIA, have co-authored a NEW BOOK!
“Built By Her: Stories of Remarkable Latinas in Architecture” is launching soon in New York! Being a co‑author of this powerful anthology – celebrating the stories of Latina architects who continue to push boundaries and redefine what’s possible – has been an incredibly meaningful experience to these architects. Join them for an inspiring evening with a dynamic panel, book signing, networking, and more.
Let’s CELEBRATE!
Latinas in Architecture Vol. III When: March 19, 2026
Where: AIA New York/ Center for Architecture, 536 LaGuardia Place, NYC, NY.
About the Speakers:
Angelica Arent, AIA, NCARB, is Associate at Shore Point Architecture Born and raised in Mexico City in a family of architects, Arent discovered her passion for design early. She earned her Bachelor of Architecture at Universidad Iberoamericana, later teaching there as an adjunct professor, and began her career at one of Mexico’s leading firms. Since relocating to New Jersey in 2002, she has led major commercial, institutional, and residential projects, including multifamily and mixed-use developments. As founder of “MentoringMatters,” she advocates for emerging professionals, Latina/x women, and immigrant architects. An active committee member of AIA NJ EDI, WIA and Arquitina, Arent was honored in 2024 as AIA Jersey Shore’s “Architect of the Year” and recognized by AIA NJ as “Young Architect of the Year”.
Elizabeth Pacheco, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, CPH, GGP,co-founded fallon+pacheco architects over 25 years ago. Prior to that, she worked with Perkins & Will and Perkins Eastman. A native of Colombia, Pacheco is a practitioner and an advocate for environmental responsibility. She is a LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, Certified Passive House Designer, and Green Globes Professional. She is an active member of the American Institute of Architects and serves on the board of AIA Newark & Suburban. Pacheco mentors aspiring Latina architects through Arquitina, empowering the next generation of diverse leaders in the profession. Elizabeth holds a B.S. in Architectural Technology from the New York Institute of Technology. She is honored to be part of LIA-Volume III and to share the platform with these incredible ‘arquitectas’.