Samantha is an Associate Professional and current Educator, currently in pursuit of licensure. She has always had a curious approach to the world around her, which led her to study architecture. She graduated with her Master of Architecture from Florida International University and a Bachelor of Design in Architecture from the University of Florida. After graduation, she worked at architecture firms, gaining invaluable experience. While she deals with challenges, she continues in pursuit of her architecture license. She enjoys giving of her time and energy to help others, namely, mentorship and volunteering. Some of her interests include sustainability, healthcare design, and cycling. In 2023, she restarted the Architecture club at Miami Dade College’s North Campus where she continues to encourage students to get involved within their communities. Samantha is a current AIA Associate member and sits on the AIA Miami Board as Miami Dade College School of Architecture representative. After licensure, Samantha hopes to use her registration to broaden her professional abilities.
Caroline Arrigoni is a young and emerging professional currently on the path to architectural licensure. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, then moving to Orlando, Florida in 2010, Caroline uses many influences from Brazilian culture to inspire her designs today. Coming from a creative family of architects and engineers, she developed an early passion for the field of architecture which unites design and construction into a medium of artistic expression.
Caroline has a bachelor’s degree in Studio Art from Rollins College and a master’s degree in Architecture from University of Florida. She is the recipient of the Graduate Architecture Academic Achievement Award and the Graduate Architecture Design Honor Award. Caroline has been employed as a designer at ACi Architects for over five years, where she has a background in mixed-use projects, public development, and residential communities.
Caroline’s next goals are to complete architectural licensure, stay involved in the local architectural community, and continuing to expand her passion for architectural design.
Natalie has always had a passion for reaching back into under-served communities and inspiring others to reach beyond their current environment. During her studies at the University of Florida, she has been involved in number organizations that sought to empower minority communities such as BAM (Black Architects in the Making) and she serves as a Community and DEI leader for CREW Orlando (Commercial Real Estate Women). Her passion for design that empowers people serves as a foundation for the core principle of form that meets function. She loves spending time laughing with her family, outdoor activities, and spontaneous day-cations.
Natalie’s career emphasis has been designing for government and private healthcare as well as corporate office design. She has served as Project Designer on roll-out projects for private healthcare organizations which included comprehensive design and construction documents implemented in multiple facilities across the nation.
Natalie has developed a profound appreciation for efficient productivity in seeking elegant design solutions. She prides herself on creating lasting relationships with clients that promote communication and enhances outcomes. Natalie has been serving as a LEED Certified Interior Designer since 2008 and helps facilitate research projects and design implementation for clients desiring to build a sustainable environment.