Growing up in a colonial city in Nicaragua and later moving to the bustling metropolis of Los Angeles greatly influenced Joyceline’s decision to pursue a career in architecture. She started with Pfeiffer before it merged with Perkins Eastman after earning her undergraduate architectural degree in 2008. There, she encountered a transformative project that sparked her passion for working with existing and historic buildings. That motivated her to pursue a master’s degree in architecture in 2010 with a focus on preservation. She returned to Pfeiffer in 2013, and has since been fortunate to receive mentorship in balancing dual roles as both Project Architect and Project Manager, mainly working on existing and historic structures. Joyceline works closely with clients each day, keeping them informed of every new development as the project takes shape. She immerses herself in each project that way, treating them as integral parts of her own narrative.

The blend of creativity and storytelling makes her projects particularly rewarding. She enjoys sharing her work with peers, igniting a passion for collaboration and innovative thinking. “Together, we discover solutions that respect the character of existing structures while meeting contemporary needs,” she says.

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Joyceline is an active member on the firm-wide Project Management Committee, the DE&I committee, and the Renovation + Historic Buildings practice area, where she’s eager to learn and share her knowledge with others. She also strives to make the L.A. studio’s work environment enjoyable and inclusive by introducing fun, team-building activities and fostering a positive culture. Ultimately, she says, “just like buildings, we all have our own stories to tell as a part of Perkins Eastman.”