Don Henning

About Don Henning

I’m a design manager and project architect with deep experience leading complex commercial, hospitality, sports, retail, and corporate renovation projects from concept through completion. I focus on delivering architecture that is efficient, buildable, and aligned with client goals, budgets, and operational needs. At Gensler, I have successfully contributed to a diverse portfolio of projects, including commercial renovations, corporate headquarters, and sports facilities. My mission is to support organizations in achieving their design goals through innovative and functional architectural solutions.My approach centers on clear communication, collaborative problem-solving, and a strong command of both design vision and technical execution. I enjoy working with owners, contractors, and consultants to streamline decision-making and create environments that perform as good as they look.Selected project experience includes: • Seattle Mariners – multiple renovation projects at T-Mobile Park • University of Washington – multiple athletic facility renovations • Starbucks – multiple headquarter renovations • Bank of America – exterior & interior renovations across AZ, NV, WA • Best Western Premier Hotel & Corporate HQ, Phoenix – 164 keys • Morgan Stanley Office & Generator Yard, Gilbert – sf • Equity Lifestyle Properties – Monte Vista Phase 2A Amenities, Mesa – sf • Arizona Central Credit Union, Glendale – sf • Oakland A’s Spring Training Facility – Hohokam Stadium & Fitch Park – 11,500 seats / sf • Las Vegas Sands – The Parisian Hotel & Casino, Macau – 4M sf, keys • Northern Arizona University – Walkup Skydome Renovation – sf • Banner Health Mesa Office Center – renovation sf) & site/exterior (1M sf) • Sonnenschein, Nath & Rosenthal – sfResidential + Aviation (with Steven Brenden Architect): • Custom residences including 56 Camelback Residence & 60 House • 5612 Residential Renovation • Aire Lane – Hangar Addition & Lobby, Scottsdale AirparkI’m always interested in connecting with collaborators, design/build partners, and clients who value thoughtful architecture, technical clarity, and a seamless project delivery process.

Experience

1. Associate, Design Manager, Project Architect

   Gensler

   Aug 2019 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

Education

• Arizona State University

  Bachelor of Science in Design, Housing and Urban Development

  2002 — 2006

• Arizona State University

  Masters, Urban and Environmental Planning

  2009 — 2011

Skills

• Architectural Drawings
• Renovation
• Residential Design
• Sketching
• Architectural Design
• Leed Ap
• Autocad
• Construction
• Urban Planning
• Construction Management
• Revit
• Indesign
• Sustainable Design
• Design Research
• Budgets
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Submittals
• Cad
• Interior Design
• Sketchup
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Rendering
• Bim
• Architecture
• Space Planning
• Illustrator