RYAN SHORT
AIA, NCARB
Principal + Founding Member
Ryan is an architect with over fifteen years of experience across multiple sectors, including Healthcare, Civic, Corporate, Public Safety, and Industrial. He is driven by a passion for improving the communities he serves and brings a collaborative, people-focused mindset to every project, listening closely to stakeholders and translating their goals into strategic design solutions.
With a focus on healthcare facility planning and design, Ryan takes the lead in programming, master planning, building design, and land use strategy, prioritizing functionality, efficiency, and aesthetics. He is well-versed in every stage of the project, from early development through construction, and ensures the design remains constantly aligned to the original project and stakeholder goals. His approach blends creativity with practicality, offering cost-conscious solutions that maintain a high-quality architectural experience through the use of economical materials and construction methods.
+ Education
M.Arch | Arizona State University
B.S. in Architecture | University of Minnesota
+ Hobbies
Running
Traveling
Trying new restaurants and breweries
Reading

+ Hiking in Switzerland
+ Enjoying a beer in Ireland
+ Hanging on for life in Switzerland

+ Ryan & his wife, Megan