Executive Committee

  • Jordi E. Rodríguez, Assoc. AIA, AIT

    Chair

    Born in San Juan and raised in Bayamón, my journey in architecture began when I enrolled in the School of Architecture at the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico. After graduating in 2017, I launched my career in project management, contributing to significant projects on the Island and beyond. Later, I worked on projects in California, where I gained valuable experience with other construction methods.

    Now back in Puerto Rico, I am a co-founder of a consulting firm alongside two partners, where we help clients rethink their spaces in innovative ways and guide them through the process. Additionally, I am part of a project management startup firm, bringing forward-thinking solutions to the field.

    My career reflects my dedication to architecture and to Puerto Rico. I continue to seek ways to enrich and strengthen my profession, nurturing my passion for architecture every day.

  • Miraida Rodríguez, AIT, Assoc. AIA

    Vice-Chair

    Miraida Rodriguez Muniz is a dynamic architect specializing in process optimization and known for her various achievements in the field. With a Master's in Design & Innovation Technologies from the Instituto Europeo di Design in Milan, Italy, her academic journey has been marked by excellence. She also holds a Bachelor's in Architecture and Business Administration with a focus on Project Management, both from the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico. Her technical skills contributed to her team recognition when awarded first place in the Library of Congress Drawings Collection competition of historic buildings. For several years, she served as the Executive Director of the Colegio de Arquitectos y Arquitectos Paisajistas de Puerto Rico, where she demonstrated her prowess in project management, community engagement, and program development. Her commitment to pushing boundaries and driving progress makes her an influential force in shaping the built environment. goes here

  • Angel E. Pomales Sánchez, AIA

    Past-Chair

    A multifaceted young professional, singer, and licensed architect, he graduated from the Master's program at the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus. From an early age, he took art courses, particularly in music, drawing, and painting. He also cultivated his leadership skills by participating in the boards of clubs and associations at the school and university levels. After graduating, he worked as a professional consultant for various architects until 2017, the year he obtained his architectural license and co-founded ATELIER INGENIO LLC with architect-in-training and friend Tomás J. Santiago Rodríguez. In 2018, during the General Assembly of the Puerto Rico Architects and Landscape Architects Association (CAAPPR), he was elected Treasurer and joined the CAAPPR Board of Directors for the next two years (2018–2020).In 2022, he ventured out on his own, founding ARQ. ÁNGEL POMALES CSP. Concurrently, in the same year, he joined Roberto Roena’s Apollo Sound salsa orchestra as a singer and currently serves as a backup vocalist for the tropical music legend “La India.” After completing the professional training program “Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program” in 2024, Architect Pomales took on the responsibility of serving as the program’s Coordinator for the year 2025.

Advisory Committee

  • Alejandra del Pilar, AIT, Assoc. AIA

    Communications Advisor

    Alejandra del Pilar is a Designer with nine years of experience in architecture and design. She holds a professional Bachelor of Architecture from the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico (2016) and a Master’s Degree in Design and Brand Strategy from the University of Barcelona (2020). Across her career, Alejandra has worked in roles ranging from Project Architect to Project Manager, including leading multi-disciplinary teams on projects in California. She has collaborated with local firms on distinguished architectural work and has led projects in housing developments in New York, hospitality, interior design, and graphic design. Her expertise integrates architecture, branding, and storytelling allowing her to communicate design concepts with clarity, intention, and emotional impact. Her leadership encourages collaboration and creativity, and she consistently develops solutions with innovative narrative thinking. Her approach strengthens visual communication, aligns teams around a shared vision, and creates meaningful, human-centered design outcomes.

  • Juan Carlos Ramos, AIT, Assoc. AIA

    Graphics Lead

    Juan Carlos Ramos is an architectural professional with six years of experience in architecture, urban design, and interior environments. Currently, he is an Architectural Designer and Render Specialist at Álvarez-Díaz & Villalón, where he contributes to the development of commercial, mixed-use, and hospitality projects, as well as urban master plans and affordable housing initiatives.

    Juan Carlos holds a Bachelor of Environmental Design and a Master of Architecture from the School of Architecture at the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus. Additionally, he earned an Associate Degree in Interior Design from the University of Puerto Rico, Carolina Campus.

    Recognized for his leadership potential, Juan Carlos was a scholar in the second class of the Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program (CKLDP) at AIA Puerto Rico. His session was honored by the CKLDP Class of 2023-2024 as the most inspiring of the year, reflecting his commitment to fostering professional growth and innovation within the architectural community.

    Throughout his career, Juan Carlos has been celebrated for his academic and professional achievements. He was awarded the prestigious Benjamin Vargas Scholarship by AIA Puerto Rico for his thesis, “El Nuevo Distrito: Regeneración, Reinvención e Integración de Centros Comerciales.”

  • Keren Ivette López Hernández AIT, Assoc. AIA, CODDI, CAAPPR, PMI

    Website & Social Media Advisor

    Keren Ivette López Hernández is a Licensed Interior Designer and Associate Architect at SCF Arquitectos, specializing in high-end residential, commercial, and adaptive reuse projects. She holds a Bachelor of Interior Design with a concentration in Sustainability from the University of Puerto Rico, Carolina, and Master’s degrees in Architecture and Construction Project Management both from the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras. Her notable contributions include Casa Dorado Beach - La Cala, OPUS-Miramar, and the Universidad Central del Caribe Library. Beyond her work at SCF, she is a Professor of Interior Design at the University of Puerto Rico, where she mentors the next generation of designers. She is also a dedicated mother, balancing leadership in design with a passion for education and innovation.

  • Jean Carlos Vega, AIT, AIA Assoc. 

    Sponsorship Advisor

    Jean Carlos is a young industry leader integrating BIM and GIS into professional practice and an Intermediate Architectural Designer at Marvel’s San Juan office. He holds a Bachelor of Environmental Design with studies in Art History, magna cum laude, and a NAAB-accredited Master of Architecture degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Architecture. During his time as a student, he participated in the TU Delft Design and Planning with Water Workshop 2015, the UPR Center for Research and Design 2015, the Stanford University Globally Distributed Design Lab 2016, and the MIT Urban Risk Lab 2017-2018. As a student leader, his 2016 presidency of the AIAS UPR Student Chapter provided him with national exposure at the AIAS Global Committee to mentor the Ciudad Juarez and the American University in Cairo, AIAS student chapter.