ESG | Architecture & Design
Ryan Samsa has a comprehensive work experience in the field of architecture. Ryan started their career in 1999 at Solomon Cordwell Buenz as a Designer II, where they worked until 2005. Ryan then moved on to Funke Architects as a Project Designer until 2007. From 2007 to 2014, Ryan served as an Associate at CF design ltd. Currently, they hold the position of Vice President | Senior Design Architect at ESG (Elness Swenson Graham Architects) since 2014.
Ryan Samsa, AIA NCARB, obtained their Bachelor of Architecture degree from Syracuse University, where they studied architecture from 1994 to 1999. In addition to their education, they hold certifications from the Minnesota Board of AELSLAGID as an Architect and from the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). The specific dates for obtaining these certifications are not provided.
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ESG | Architecture & Design
ESG is a national leader in the creation of design-driven, developer-focused environments that build, renew and sustain the public realm. In the 1990s, the Urban Land Institute lauded ESG for “writing the book” on mixed-used design. In 2007, the American Institute of Architects Minnesota recognized ESG’s “unparalleled” and “tremendous impact … in the area of urban design, residential and mixed-use housing” by honoring us with its prestigious Firm Award. Our commitment to enriching the built environment is the result of a multi-faceted practice and fully collaborative design vision based on urban and architectural design principles honed through decades of research and practice. Chief among these principles is engagement with diverse, often competing stakeholders. Our expertise in consensus building allows us to maximize a project’s potential and add value to the built environment, while exceeding clients’ expectations. Our principles also include providing clients with a wealth of informed and integrated services that bring holistic solutions to complex situations. With every project we apply our demonstrated design expertise, context sensitivity and skills in interdisciplinary engagement to create work that inspires density and interweaves new uses within existing texture. We’re committed to expanding our leadership in design, development and civic engagement in order to deliver enduring projects that enhance the form and fabric of the built environment. The breadth of our work includes: Residential | Hospitality | Interior Design | Restaurant | Corporate | Higher Education | Senior Housing | Master Planning & Urban Design | Commercial | High Tech | Branding & Graphic Design