John Pfluger, AIA, LEED AP®

Principal, Education

We value learning over knowing and never assume that what worked for one client will work for another.

Central to John’s design approach is his personal commitment to achieving creative, sustainable design results that enhance our clients’ goals through a highly collaborative process.

What do you do?
I awaken the co-creative spirit and inspire groups to explore new possibilities.

What is your six-word story?
Madly curious, awake in the void.

What’s on your desk that you can’t do without?
My Harmon Kardon Esquire Mini.

What do you dance to?
FATBOY slim.

What problem do you solve?
The challenge of collaborating and creating with large groups and diverse viewpoints.

What’s your dream project?
Designing a mile-high mixed-use tower for the mile-high city, Denver.

What is your spirit animal?
The buffalo.

What is your comfort food?
Chicken and waffles.

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