Exceptional project management is a vital component of AG’s success and part of the firm structure that differentiates AG Architecture from the competition. AG offers a dedicated design team, an engineering team, and two project management teams. Established with the architectural process in mind, this organizational structure supports the firm’s commitment to Bright Vision. Bold Communities. It is how AG provides vision, builds consensus and delivers certainty and predictability. While many firms are divided into specialty studios, every architectural professional on the AG Team has experience designing places where people live. The knowledge and expertise of these professionals and AG’s collaborative team approach benefit clients and are the reason the firm offers a portfolio of award-winning senior living, multifamily and mixed use projects across the country.
In addition to the Korb-Trinkner Team, Senior Associates Ann D’Acquisto and Mike Miller are the Team Leads for the other dynamic AG project management team.
Ann brings over 25 years of experience to her leadership role. From the preparation, coordination and supervision of the production of Schematic, Design Development and Construction Documents to overseeing the Construction Administration process, she shares her expertise and advises the team as they make client visions a reality. Ann provides clients with the support they need to keep projects moving forward, adds energy and ideas to the process, and helps resolve any issues that arise. She strives to achieve a finished product that is better than what the client envisioned and an environment that residents proudly call home. In recognition of her project management and leadership skills, The Daily Reporter named Ann a 2020 Woman in Construction.
With over 20 years of experience, Mike utilizes a strong technical-oriented approach to design, document preparation and construction administration. He is an insightful project advocate who represents the client’s perspective in internal project discussions. He also clearly translates design direction to clients, so they understand the functional and operational impact of design decisions. Mike’s ability to balance design sensibility with construction realities ensures that the team can effectively work through challenging details and keep the project moving forward. As a Team Lead, he takes an active role in the ongoing education and career development of his team members. His professional accomplishments were honored by The Daily Reporter as a 2019 Newsmaker Team Leader of the Year.
Dedicated, hard-working, detail-oriented and knowledgeable are just a few of the words used to describe the D’Acquisto-Miller team. Cohesive and collaborative are two of the words that D’Acquisto and Miller feel best describe their team and give them great pride in their efforts. It is how the D’Acquisto-Miller team upholds AG’s commitment to certainty and predictability.
“I am really proud of how we work as a team—a true WE mentality,” describes D’Acquisto. “There is no me, myself and I. We work with a high level of cohesiveness on all projects in the best interest of the client. The team members are dedicated to helping each other. They set goals to make sure project milestones are met and the work is held to a high standard.”
As D’Acquisto and Miller guide their team, AG’s commitment to delivering certainty and predictability is always top of mind. It starts by truly understanding client expectations and then maintaining clear communication throughout the project process to deliver on those expectations.
“As we take a design from concept to construction, we work together as client advocates. Client expectations offer a guidepost for how we operate each day,” describes Miller. “As advocates, we need to provide our clients with an objective lens to their options and decisions at hand. We supply the information and guidance they need to make informed decisions—decisions they feel confident about.”
D’Acquisto and Miller want clients to know they can count on their team to work hard and deliver the best possible product. The benefit of the team structure is consistency. From design to construction, nothing is lost in translation. There is a shared body of knowledge between all the team members from beginning to end. Furthermore, team chemistry inspires creative problem-solving and an all-in attitude—everyone doing what it takes to address challenges.
“It’s important for clients to know that we are an employee-owned company,” says D’Acquisto. “That means each team member has a stake in your project’s success. We are going to ask the important questions, so things get done right. We have high expectations for each other that we work hard to maintain.”
Miller reinforces the importance of communication and working in the best interest of the client. “AG has a reputation for a high level of service. It is part of the firm’s legacy, and we believe clients deserve, and should expect superior service. Communication—with the internal team, entire project team and stakeholders—is key to working in the best interest of a client.”
“We have each other’s back. Everyone is always willing to help each other. Together we work through REVIT challenges, codes, and complicated details and assist with field reports. We have team members at varying points in their careers with different areas of expertise, which means there is a wealth of knowledge and unique perspectives to serve as valuable resources whenever the need arises. No matter the question, you will always find an answer or the right person to help. Clients benefit from our collaborative approach because we can think through and troubleshoot design and construction-related details carefully by coordinating and questioning things within our team first.”
“Clients can expect ambition and reliability that instill trust in every project we tackle. Our brand of ambition is rooted in a genuine dedication to our craft. From brainstorming sessions to final deliverables, we embrace design challenges as opportunities and consistently provide our services with high standards. Reliability is the cornerstone of our collaborative relationships. We believe that a truly successful partnership is built on clear communication and understanding. That’s why we invest time in listening to our clients, seeking to grasp not just the objectives but the nuances of their needs.”
Seasons at River View multifamily apartments in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin.
“From new college graduates to licensed professionals with over thirty years of experience, our team offers a mixture of backgrounds and expertise. Conversations and ideas are shared in all directions, not just the top down. This enables everyone, no matter their training or experience, to grow professionally and be of greater value to our clients and our field. As a result, our clients gain more than the face on the Teams call. They gain the entire team and the sum of experience backing them. Whether the project is small or large, simple or complex, our teamwork ensures that any question, challenge, or selection is answered with the best strategy available.”
“Our team consistently delivers high-quality work while maintaining a collaborative and positive environment. We genuinely support one another, which fosters creativity and problem-solving, even in high-pressure situations. Our ability to adapt and communicate effectively ensures that we meet our goals without compromising the well-being of the team or the integrity of the project. Clients appreciate our knowledge and expertise and our willingness to collaborate with all team members to deliver effective and visually appealing projects that meet their needs. They also value our responsiveness, which enables greater cooperation and stronger team relationships.”
“Our team has a real sense of togetherness. Everyone works selflessly for the best outcome of any project. No one holds themselves up higher than anyone and everyone is happy to help in any given situation. Clients benefit from this camaraderie and collaboration and can rely on our team for prompt communication, an understanding of their vision and requirements, and a deep commitment to quality and meeting deadlines.”
“Team D’Acquisto-Miller is committed to going the extra mile for our clients, even when faced with challenging situations. Our team values respect, integrity, and accountability. We are a well-constructed group of individuals with diverse skill sets who clients can trust. Our team will exceed expectations and ensure their project is executed efficiently. In the end, they will be proud of their aesthetically pleasing, well-built, code-compliant, building.”
A senior living expansion under construction in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. Anticipated completion in 2025.
“Clients don’t necessarily know this, but they can count on the whole company to support their project. All kinds of cross-collaboration happen in-house to make their project a success. It takes a flexible, modest, and diligent team like ours to accomplish this. We are always looking out for and supporting each other. It is also important to know that we don’t settle for the status quo on an aspect of the architectural process. We continuously explore ways to refine and improve our process, systems, and skills.”
“I value our team’s curiosity. Whether doing this job for two years or 20, everyone is constantly working to improve their knowledge and skills in every aspect of the job. This curiosity is part of what makes us great client advocates. Our goal in every project is to give our clients the safe, functional, and beautiful building they envision. Their standards for a finished product are high, so our standards are high. From drawing production through construction, we are always looking to create the best building we can for our client and their needs.”
“Our team members have a wide range of experience to tap into which helps us solve any problem that we may come across. We work together to keep projects moving forward and ask the right questions to help our clients get a completed project that meets or exceeds their expectations.”
“Clients can count on our team’s great communication with the experience to back it up. And know that we love what we do, so as we are working hard, we have a good time doing it.”
“From our well-thought-through and detailed drawings to helpful conversations with all team members, we genuinely care about what we do and are always working together in the best interest of our clients and their projects.”
“Our team cultivates a workspace where we have fun, but we always take the work we do seriously. We collaborate daily to produce quality drawings efficiently and engage with the client and each other to get the job done. As an emerging professional, I appreciate the guidance and mentorship of the AG project managers. They are always ready to facilitate my continued learning and thorough understanding of a topic.”
