J. Michael Trent

registered architect

Years of Experience

11

Education/Training

  • B.A. in ArchitectureVirginia Tech (2009-2013)

Michael joined Architectural Partners in September 2023.  He provides valuable support to our Project Managers across various domains, leveraging his profound expertise in the construction industry, which he applies diligently in his daily contributions at AP. While working at AP, Michael is studying to pass the Architectural Registration Exam.

  • What is an interesting fact about you? I had never boarded a plane until my first trip abroad in my mid-20's
  • What Non-Profit do you support? I have on occasion volunteered to ring the bell for the Salvation Army at Christmas.
  • If you could create an undiscovered Crayola crayon color, what would it be? ULTRAviolet
  • What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? Gaming of any kind. Board, video, arcade, etc.
  • What is your favorite season? Fall. Changing leaves, bonfires, crisp air, and the occasional football game.
  • What is your favorite food? Bacon Blue Cheeseburger from The Fighting Gobbler
  • Choose a movie title for the story of your life. Ready Player One
  • If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go? Any major city brimming with museums and art galleries. London, Berlin, Washington DC, NYC, take your pick!
  • If you could pick up a new skill in an instant what would it be? I can pick up any skill in an instant, proficiency is the challenge.
  • What is your favorite quote? “Practice doesn’t make perfect. Perfect practice makes perfect.” -Vince Lombardi. Unpack that one…