David Hart

David Hart is the President and CEO of Steinberg Hart, an international architecture, interiors, and planning firm headquartered in Los Angeles.12 He assumed this leadership role in 2014 and has been with the company since March 2002.1

Professional Background

David Hart has extensive experience in the architecture and design industry:

• He leads large-scale mixed-use projects in urban cores, focusing on transit-oriented development, affordability, community building, and value creation for clients.1
• Hart developed Steinberg Hart's reputation as a leader in Higher Education through designing projects for institutions like Stanford, UCLA, and USC.2
• He is recognized as an industry expert in design and place-making, frequently speaking at conferences and sharing insights on urban issues.2

Education and Certifications

David Hart holds several professional certifications:

• NCARB (National Council of Architectural Registration Boards) certification1
• LEED AP (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional)12
• AIA (American Institute of Architects) membership2

Leadership and Influence

As President and CEO, David Hart:

• Oversees Steinberg Hart's seven offices, which focus on various project types including higher education, urban mixed-use residential, performing and visual arts, hospitality, government, civic, and commercial projects.2
• Continues to evolve the practice by building diverse, talented, and innovative teams to address challenging urban issues.1
• Serves on several influential boards and councils, including the ULI Urban Revitalization Council, the Fisher Center for Real Estate and Urban Economics Policy Advisory Board at UC Berkeley, the Los Angeles Business Council Board of Directors, and the Silicon Valley Leadership Group.2

David Hart is known for his expertise in design and urban planning, regularly contributing insights to publications such as GlobeSt, Monocle, Silicon Valley Business Journal, and Bloomberg CityLab.2