Nick is a passionate + collaborative Senior Designer + Studio Leader with 20 years of experience, 15+ years as a Lead Designer, + 8 years as an Adjunct Professor. He has worked on a broad range of typologies, with an expertise in complex urban mixed-use residential, institutional, + commercial projects. He is intimately involved in Project Design, Leadership, Marketing, + Studio Management.DESIGNCapitalizing on diverse design experience, Nick leads compelling project visions in a highly collaborative studio culture. As a strong listener + confident + persuasive presenter, he builds strong client relationships as the primary client contact for design through all phases. His strong sketching abilities complement his presentation skills, for efficient design solutions in real-time client meetings, charrettes, and in-house critiques.LEADERSHIPPromoting an inclusionary design culture, Nick utilizes relationship management skills and mentorship to empower team members, promoting their fullest engagement, growth, + firm tenure.MANAGEMENTAs Chicago Studio Leader, Nick manages teaming strategy + work-load, coordinating across our 60 urban designers, architects, interior designers, landscape architects and graphic designers.MARKETINGLeading winning proposals, Nick works closely with design teammates and Marketing from design concept + narrative to graphic + verbal presentations. He remains engaged throughout the design process, fostering repeat clientele.
Listed skills include Architecture, Proposal Writing, Mixed Use, Construction Management, and 30 others.