Year Joined: 1998

Education and Certifications:

• Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY
  • Bachelor of Science in Building Technology 2001
  • Bachelor of Architecture 2002

• Licensed Architect in NY, NJ, CT, TX, FL
• President of the Board of Directors : Rockland Community Foundation
• Member: American Institute of Architecture, American Planning Association
• Board Member: New York State Association for Affordable Housing: NYSAFAH
• Board Member: Habitat for Humanity, Chair of the Advocacy Committee
• Board Member: JDRF International

Professional Background: Born in Buenos Aires and educated in the United States, Ariel joined the firm at 18 while still a student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He quickly rose to Partner upon completing his studies and in 2012, he became Principal of the firm.

Position: As a close, personal consultant to Aufgang clients, Ariel provides a full range of services including land use consultation, peer review, design services, planning, and construction administration. His involvement in a project can begin with advising on the feasibility and land use possibilities of potential acquisitions and can end with the successful occupancy of tenants in a completed structure. In the past 20 years Aufgang has designed over 20,000 units of safe, comfortable, and appealing affordable housing in the five boroughs of NYC that strengthen the social and economic fabric of their neighborhoods.

Personal Life: When he’s not at work, Ariel enjoys spending time with his children and family. He is also the driver of the Aufgang #13 Porsche GT4 Clubsport car and competes in racing events around the country.