Curtis believes great design comes from aligning creativity with responsibility. His work is grounded in the idea that thoughtful, sustainable environments can strengthen communities, reflect the values of the people they serve and create lasting impact.
As Regional Design Director for CannonDesign’s East Region, Curtis advances design excellence across our Baltimore, Boston, Charlotte, New York City and Washington, DC offices. He partners with teams and clients to shape purposeful solutions, foster an ambitious design culture and mentor the next generation of design leaders. With more than two decades of experience spanning architecture, civic development and global design leadership, Curtis' work has overlayed architecture, sustainability, resilience, cultural context and human experience to develop frameworks for creating adaptable, high-performing facilities.
A few projects and collaborations
- New Consulate Compound Nogales, Mexico (design oversight)
- New Consulate Compound Lagos, Nigeria (design oversight)
- Design For Freedom Advisory Board member
Expertise
- Leading complex, high-impact projects across diverse cultural contexts
- Advancing design strategies that respond to climate, resources and long-term performance
- Guiding teams toward purpose-driven solutions that balance creativity, performance and community needs
Pursuits
- Honoring cultural context and human experience
- Ensuring each project has a strong narrative
- Material Supply Chain transparency
