At our best, architects are orchestrators of positive change in the world. Our work can make people’s lives better both directly in our built projects, and indirectly in how it can connect, empower and inspire. I am thrilled to honor Jose Hernandez with the 2023 AIA CT President’s Award for his exemplary achievements in both of these categories.

Those who are lucky to work with Jose know what a generous, thoughtful and deliberate professional he has been in his nearly twenty five years with Newman Architects. He has built success through collaboration, allyship, and mentorship for clients, partners and the next generation of architects.

Jose’s legacy to our organization is one of courage and tenacity- forged by his asking “why” and then doing something about it. In starting NOMA’s Connecticut chapter, Jose helped create a place for our diverse members to connect, support and elevate each other, and in his spirit of leadership, to stand up and serve our AEC community and the public at large.

Paolo Campos, AIA, NOMA
2023 AIA Connecticut President