Year Joined: 2004

Education and Certifications:

• University of Belgarno, Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Licensed architect in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Professional Background: Vivien was born in the United States but was raised in Buenos Aires. After graduation, she became an assistant professor at the University of Buenos Aires, where she taught undergraduate classes in drawing and design. She spent time working at Juan Carlos Recepter Architects, before becoming principal of her own architectural firm. Expanding on her passion for unique and innovative design, Vivien created her own line of housewares and furniture, which were sold in top design stores. Her work earned her a series of notable mentions, including a cover feature in the Argentinian publication “First” Magazine, an inclusion in the Central Society of Architects exhibit “El Diseño es el Objeto,” and an honorable mention in Architectural Record Magazine, as a runner-up in their annual cocktail napkin sketch contest.

Position: At Aufgang, Vivien brings her immense talent and creative vision to craft original interior and exterior designs for numerous large and small mixed-use residential buildings, commercial structures, and hotels. She approaches each project as a unique piece of art and applies her tenacious attention to detail to provide the highest quality designs for each client’s needs. Vivien is a leader in design preparation, concept development, layout design, presentations, hand sketches, and drawings. Her other skills include implementation of the latest software including AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Illustrator, and Sketch Up, in drafting her unique designs.

Personal Life: In her spare time, Vivien paints and does indoor sculptures.