6 Highlights from Our 2024 Impact Report
Written by AD&V®
ABOUT THE AUTHOR | AD&V® is dedicated to advanced and energy-efficient sustainable architecture & interior design that enhances people’s experience of the world and improves their lives.
AT AD&V®, WE BELIEVE THAT DESIGN IS A POWERFUL TOOL FOR TRANSFORMATION, AND OUR 2024 IMPACT REPORT IS A TESTAMENT TO THAT BELIEF.
This year’s report reflects our unwavering commitment to sustainability, equity, and innovation, and showcases the measurable progress we’ve made across our people, projects, and partnerships.
Here are six standout highlights from our 2024 Impact Report:
1. EMPOWERING OUR PEOPLE
Our team is the heart of AD&V®, and in 2024, we continued to invest in their growth and well-being. We achieved an impressive 89% retention rate, celebrated an average tenure of 5 years and 4 months, and earned a Team Satisfaction Score of 4.70 out of 5.
We also welcomed Cristina Villalón as our new CEO and promoted Estefanía Alejandro Silva and Gina Tormos Aponte to Associate Partners—furthering our commitment to women’s leadership.
2. LEARNING & GROWTH
From our AD&V [U]niversity sessions to our internship program and the launch of AD&Vantage Night for high school students, we created meaningful learning opportunities for emerging talent.
In total, we hosted 9 interns from 6 universities, supported 7 professionals on the licensure path, and welcomed 4 newly licensed architects and designers.
3. DRIVING COMMUNITY & GLOBAL IMPACT
In 2024, we gave back through hands-on service, donations, and sustainability programs. We contributed over $153,000 in donations, recycled 2,940 lbs of electronic waste, avoided 5,215 plastic bottles, and composted 2,280 lbs of organic waste.
We also co-hosted a high-impact sustainability event with the UN Global Compact USA Network and UNA-USA Puerto Rico, strengthening our global partnerships.
4. INNOVATION & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
We embraced cutting-edge technologies to enhance our design process, including AI-assisted workflows, 3D scanning, and urban design research.
Our team also participated in 16 speaking engagements and received 8 major awards, including Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces and the Real Leaders Impact Award, where we were the only Puerto Rican firm recognized.
5. DESIGNING PLACES OF PURPOSE®
Every project we completed in 2024 was rooted in our mission to design Places of Purpose®. From affordable housing to hospitality spaces, our designs responded to real needs and fostered dignity, connection, and sustainability. Our work continues to reflect our belief that architecture can and should positively transform people’s lives.
6. MEASURING WHAT MATTERS
Our 2024 dashboard shows how we’re turning purpose into performance. We met or exceeded goals in employee satisfaction, team engagement, internship participation, and event impact—including a 4.98 rating for AD&Vantage Night and 85% eNPS.
While we continue working toward full licensure and retention targets, these metrics reflect our commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
LOOKING AHEAD: DESIGNING A FUTURE WITH PURPOSE
As we move into the second half of 2025, our focus is clear: deepen our impact, innovate with intention, and lead with purpose.
With just five years left to achieve our 2030 goals, we’re accelerating our efforts through bold initiatives like the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), our AIA 2030 Commitment, energy modeling workshops, and the development of our first Sustainable Strategic Plan.
We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, and even more excited about what’s ahead. Together, we’re designing a future where people and planet thrive.
Read the full 2024 Impact Report here: