Emily Spoke with Julia Gamolina for Madame Architect

In her interview with Madame Architect, ABA partner Emily Abruzzo Reflects on personal milestones and the lessons shaping her practice—from early internships at architect-driven firms, to balancing theory and making, to leading a design studio rooted in empathy and partnership. She underscores how essential “good partners” are to architecture, how listening fuels design, and encourages young practitioners—especially women—not to wait: if you have an idea, pursue it. The interview reveals a commitment to civic work and equitable practice, and an acknowledgment that representation remains an unfinished project in the field.