Chris Farmer

Design Director

Chris Farmer, associated with the LinkedIn username chris-farmer-aa4086b6, has a robust and diverse career in architecture, design, and project management. Here are some key points about his background and experience:

Education and Qualifications

Chris Farmer holds a Master's in Architecture from the University of Westminster, London, and a Bachelor of Architecture from Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, UK. He is also an RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) registered Architect, having gained his qualification while working at Foster + Partners in the UK.2 4

Professional Experience

Gemdale USA Corporation: Chris served as the Design Director and later as the Executive Director of Architecture & Design from March 2019 to September 2021 and then until March 2023, respectively. During his tenure, he led internal design reviews, advised on best practices for architect contract negotiations, developed RFP/Q templates, and worked on space planning, signage, and landscape design. He also conducted extensive analysis and refinement of rental unit layouts and finishes based on target demographics.1 3

Previous Roles

Foster + Partners: Chris worked as a Project Architect and Part II Architect from April 2011 to May 2015 and from June 2008 to October 2010, respectively. He was involved in significant projects such as MASDAR University in the UAE and the ADNEC Multipurpose Sports Arena.1 2
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG): He served as a Project Architect/Project Manager from June 2015 to April 2017, working on projects like ‘The Cube’ in the Bahamas and ‘The XI’ Luxury Residential High Rise in NYC.1

Current Role

Avdoo & Partners Development: As of September 2024, Chris is a Senior Project Manager at Avdoo & Partners Development in New York City. He also holds the position of Director of Design at Willton Investment Management since March 2023.1 2

Expertise

Chris brings a wealth of technical, construction, and project management expertise, having worked on various asset types and prominent luxury developments. His experience spans design management, space planning, contractor coordination, and client relationship management.1 2