April MEMBER SPOTLIGHT 2026

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT | Rebecca Ambouroue

Rebecca Ambouroue, Assoc. AIA, Assoc. NOMA, WELL AP, LEED Green Associate

Rebecca Ambouroue: ARCHITECTURAL PROFESSIONAL, ADVOCATE, AND EMERGING LEADER

Rebecca Ambouroue, Assoc. AIA, WELL AP, LEED Green Associate, is an architecture and design leader whose work bridges professional excellence, sustainability, and community impact. As an Associate and Technical Designer at Gensler in Washington, DC, Rebecca contributes to projects spanning professional service firms, government, and residential. Her work reflects a commitment to thoughtful, human-centered design and a belief that architecture can meaningfully shape how people live, work, and gather.

A graduate of Morgan State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and Environmental Design, Rebecca went on to complete her Master of Architecture at The Catholic University of America. Her academic and professional journey has been grounded in both technical rigor and creative exploration, with interests in lighting, interiors, and sustainable design strategies. She has also worked in high-end residential interior design and brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her architectural practice.

Rebecca’s dedication to professional growth and leadership is evident in her numerous credentials and recognitions. She is a WELL Accredited Professional, LEED Green Associate, EDGE Expert, and Associate member of the American Institute of Architects. In 2025, she was recognized as part of the METROPOLIS Arch30 DC Cohort, honoring emerging leaders under 30 who are shaping the future of design in the Washington region. She was also a member of the Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program (CKLDP) 2025 cohort and now serves on its advisory committee, further expanding her leadership footprint within the profession.

Depth of Leadership and service

Beyond her work in practice, Rebecca is deeply committed to service and professional advocacy. She currently serves as Vice President of DC NOMA (National Organization of Minority Architects), where she plays an active role in advancing the chapter’s mission of equity, representation, and community engagement within architecture and design.

Rebecca also leads as Project Pipeline Chair, coordinating DC NOMA’s flagship youth outreach initiative. Through Project Pipeline, she helps introduce middle and high school students to architecture through hands-on workshops, mentorship, and exposure to design tools and career pathways. The program partners with institutions such as the National Building Museum to provide immersive educational experiences that expand access to the profession for historically underrepresented communities.

Her leadership reflects a belief that representation in architecture begins with early exposure, sustained mentorship, and intentional advocacy.

Mentorship, education, and impact

Rebecca’s commitment to mentorship extends into academia. Since 2020, she has been actively involved in the Experiences in Architecture (EiA) pre-college program at The Catholic University of America, where she has served as Co-Director since 2021. In this role, she guides high school students through studio-based design exploration, fostering confidence, creativity, and curiosity about the built environment.

She has volunteered with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and Hands on DC, reinforcing her dedication to service beyond the design studio. Through every role she holds — future architect, leader, mentor, and advocate — Rebecca champions access, equity, and opportunity within the profession.

Rebecca Ambouroue represents a new generation of architectural leadership: technically skilled, people-centered, and deeply committed to creating pathways for those who will follow. DC NOMA is proud to spotlight her continued contributions to design excellence and inclusive professional growth.

DC NOMA is proud to recognize Rebbeca Ambouroue, a leader shaping the profession through design excellence, service, and intentional mentorship.