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John Adams
SW Region Managing Director, Principal
John Adams is the Co-Managing Principal for Gensler's Southwest region and serves on Gensler's Management Committee.12 He brings 25 years of experience as an architect, real estate strategist, and planner to his role.1 Adams is recognized as a thought leader in office building design and development, advocating for high-performance buildings, repositioning, creative office space, and sustainable urban development.1
Professional Background
Adams has been involved in architecture and real estate for approximately 30 years.3 He is particularly invested in the continued renewal of downtown Los Angeles.1 His expertise extends to office-to-residential conversions, as evidenced by his participation in panels discussing this topic.4
Education
John Adams holds a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from California State Polytechnic University at Pomona and a Master of Architectural Design from Harvard University's Graduate School of Design.1
Community Involvement
Adams is actively engaged in various professional and community organizations. He serves on the boards of:
- L.A. Headquarters Association
- Junior Achievement of Southern California
- Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation
- Urban Land Institute1
His involvement in these organizations underscores his commitment to urban development and economic growth in the Los Angeles area.
