David Shanks

After a tremendously successful career as the president of a large national firm, David has chosen to transition from that corporate climate to a design practice where he can be more accessible to his clients. An acclaimed designer in spaces for public assembly, David's talent and passion are in creating spaces that support connection.

His trademark sketch art brings life to design conversations and enables teams to quickly explore concepts. This live charette method is highly effective, allowing teams to discuss visual concepts in a common context.

David's skill in contextual master planning has been proven in suburban campuses and urban facilities that work in harmony with the community and meet the missional objectives of the client.
An insightful listener, David enjoys engaging with teams of people and helping them to develop the spaces in which they laugh, learn, love and live.

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