Elena Ezzo

AIA, LEED Green Associate

Architect

Elena Ezzo joined VMA in July 2024 after three years working for a well-known institutional traditional design firm based in New York, where she contributed to several significant higher education projects. She had previously worked for a New York-based firm specializing in preservation, where her experience covered a wide array of projects. Elena earned both a Master of Science in Historic Preservation as valedictorian and a Bachelor of Architecture summa cum laude from the University of Notre Dame, where she also minored in Italian and concentrated on Historic Preservation.

In her personal life, Elena enjoys cooking, reading with a goal of 25 books a year, and exploring new neighborhoods. A lifelong music enthusiast, she played the violin for 15 years and is passionate about tennis. She is currently learning French, Spanish, and Italian, adding to her diverse skill set and interests. Elena is also eager to join local community groups and get involved in volunteer work.