Christopher Lawton
Evanston
Summary
Dynamic design leader with extensive experience at Unison Consulting, Inc., excelling in building design and client collaboration. Proven track record in delivering innovative solutions and fostering team leadership, ensuring projects meet business objectives. Adept at problem-solving and enhancing client relationships, driving successful project outcomes in diverse architectural environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tenant Development & Design Director
Unison Consulting, Inc.
Chicago
12.2024 - Current
- Led design teams in creating innovative solutions for client projects.
- Managed design processes to ensure timely project delivery.
- Collaborated with clients to define project scope and vision.
- Supervised design staff, providing mentorship and guidance.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to enhance project execution.
- Reviewed and approved design concepts before final presentation to clients.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure designs meet customer needs and business objectives.
Principal Architect
Lawton Stanley Architects
Evanston
01.2012 - 12.2024
- Led design teams in creating innovative architectural solutions for diverse projects.
- Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and expectations effectively.
Associate Architect
Dirk Denison Architects
Chicago
03.2006 - 01.2012
- Designed architectural plans for residential and commercial projects.
- Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and preferences.
Intern Architect
Pfeifer Roser Kuhn Architekten
Freiburg
06.2003 - 06.2005
- Assisted in developing architectural designs and concepts for various projects.
Chestnutt Neise Architekten
Berlin
01.2001 - 06.2001
Education
Architecture
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg, VA06.2003
Skills
- Building Design
- New Business Development
- Construction Document Production
- Construction Administration
- Team & Interpersonal Relationship Building
- Operations & Administration
- Client Relationship Management
- Leadership Experience
- Project delivery
- Team leadership
- Sustainable design
- Client collaboration
- Problem solving
Accomplishments
- James Beard Award - 2014 Best Restaurant Design
- AIA Small Projects Design Excellence Award
Certification
- 2007 Licensed Architect Illinois
Languages
English
Professional
German
Limited
Websites
Timeline
Tenant Development & Design Director
Unison Consulting, Inc.
12.2024 - Current
Principal Architect
Lawton Stanley Architects
01.2012 - 12.2024
Associate Architect
Dirk Denison Architects
03.2006 - 01.2012
Intern Architect
Pfeifer Roser Kuhn Architekten
06.2003 - 06.2005
Chestnutt Neise Architekten
01.2001 - 06.2001
Architecture
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University