EDUCATION
Master of Architecture - University of Southern California
Bachelor of Architecture (Magna Cum Laude) - University of Detroit
AWARDS & AFFILIATIONS
American Institute of Architects (AIS)
Urban Land Institute (ULI)
International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
Viva Awards Jury Member
John is the President and founder of John Simones | Architect and former CEO, Chairman and Design Director at Jerde Partnership. John is a member of the American Institute of Architects, Urban Land Institute, and International Council of Shopping Centers, of which he is a jury member for the prestigious VIVA Awards. John has lectured and participated at conferences and universities globally and has won numerous international competitions and awards throughout his career.
John’s passion has always centered around the creation of an “authentic experience” within the space in-between. He believes people around the world share common desires of family, community, and connecting with one another and their environments, as the foundation of creating memorable places.
Some of his notable work include concept designs for Kanyon in Istanbul, Turkey; Canal City in Fukuoka, Japan; The Battery in Atlanta, GA, Universal City Master Plan in Los Angeles, and numerous other projects worldwide.