Ana Amelia Batlle Cabral is a Dominican-American architect, artist, and furniture designer best known for her creative work at Taller Frida Escobedo in New York City.
Born in 1996 in the Dominican Republic, she blends architectural rigor with artistic irony, using unconventional materials to challenge design norms. Her rising fame recently intersected with pop culture after making her red carpet debut in July 2025 alongside Saturday Night Live star Marcello Hernández, whom she’s currently dating.
Wiki/Bio
| Field | Details |
| Full Name | Ana Amelia Batlle Cabral |
| Date of Birth | 1996 (exact date not confirmed) |
| Age | 29 years (as of 2025) |
| Profession | Architect, Artist, Furniture Designer |
| Hometown | Dominican Republic |
| Current Residence | New York City, New York, USA |
| Nationality | Dominican-American |
| Instagram ID | @anabatlle |
Early Life
Ana Amelia was born in the Dominican Republic in 1996 and raised in a close-knit, supportive family that nurtured her creative side. She completed her schooling in the Dominican Republic before relocating to the U.S. to pursue higher education.
Her upbringing played a vital role in shaping her signature design style—infused with Dominican cultural roots and marked by conceptual irony and the use of everyday materials. During the 2020 pandemic, she bonded with Yale classmate Signe Ferguson, leading to the co-founding of their design studio, BATLLE + sig.
Education
| Level | Institution | Qualification |
| School | High school in Dominican Republic | – |
| University | Savannah College of Art & Design | B.F.A. in Architecture with minors in Business, Architectural History, and Electronic Design (2018) |
| University | Yale School of Architecture | Master’s in Architecture (2023) |
Her academic journey gave her a solid technical foundation while encouraging artistic exploration—skills that are central to her current work.
Family & Relationships
| Relationship Status | Dating Marcello Hernández (since early 2025) |
Ana Amelia keeps her personal life mostly private, but her relationship with comedian Marcello Hernández came to light in early 2025. The couple made their public debut at a New York dinner in January and have since been spotted at the Met Gala afterparty and the Happy Gilmore 2 premiere.
Career
After completing her studies at SCAD in 2018, Ana Amelia began her career at Brandon Haw Architects in New York. She later joined Taller Frida Escobedo in 2023, where she continues to work on architecture and planning projects.
In 2020, she co-founded BATLLE + sig, a design studio that reimagines architecture and furniture through ironic, conceptual lenses. Their projects include custom interior designs and sculptural furniture, notably for a women’s publishing company. In 2025, she began working with Flow in Miami, marking a new chapter in her evolving creative career.
Her visual art—paintings, prints, and sculptures—has also been showcased on platforms like Artsy.
Career Milestones
| Year | Achievement |
| 2018 | Graduated with B.F.A. from SCAD |
| 2020 | Co-founded BATLLE + sig with Signe Ferguson |
| 2023 | Earned M.Arch. from Yale; joined Taller Frida Escobedo |
| 2025 | Started working at Flow in Miami; red carpet debut with Marcello Hernández |
Net Worth
| Aspect | Estimate |
| Estimated Worth | $200,000–$500,000 |
| Income Sources | Salaries (Taller Frida Escobedo, Flow), BATLLE + sig, art sales |
While her exact net worth isn’t known, it’s speculated to fall in the $200K–$500K range, based on her current work and art presence. She’s still early in her career but has built a strong portfolio and growing recognition.
Controversies
- Public Attention via Relationship: Ana Amelia’s relationship with Marcello Hernández garnered headlines in 2025, especially after their red carpet debut. Some critics speculated about fame-driven motives, though there’s no credible basis for such claims.
- Private Persona: With no confirmed public social media and limited interviews, Ana Amelia has remained an enigmatic figure, which has sparked curiosity but no major controversies.
