Emerson Stoldt

About Emerson Stoldt

Architect and Designer with a passion for Arts & Culture, Community, and Sustainability With more than a decade in the architecture and planning industry, I bring experience and thought leadership shaped by my work on community, cultural, and civic environments - including K-12 schools and higher education facilities, public libraries, community and care centers, and large-scale art installations. I’m committed to creating dynamic spaces that celebrate community, culture, and the arts. By using technology and holistic design strategies, I work to create sustainable and inclusive environments that foster connection and engagement. I believe good design has the power to bring people together through shared experiences in learning, art, and creativity. My goal is to deliver spaces that not only function efficiently but also inspire and strengthen the communities they serve. Sustainability and resiliency are at the core of my design philosophy. I’m passionate about integrating environmentally conscious practices into every facet of my work, ensuring that each project not only meets but exceeds sustainability goals. Through my experience navigating third-party certification processes such as Green Globes and LEED, I focus on delivering measurable results that align with clients’ visions for a greener, more resilient future.

Experience

1. Design Manager

   Gensler

   Dec 2025 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US

Education

• Carnegie Mellon University

  Bachelor of Architecture (BArch), Architecture

  2009 — 2014

• Art Institute of Boston

  Fine Arts

  2008 — 2009

Skills

• Cad
• Architectural Drawings
• Architecture
• Architectural Design
• Urban Design
• Adobe Illustrator
• Climate Simulation
• Autocad
• Model Making
• Adobe Photoshop
• V-Ray
• Computer-Aided Design (Cad)
• Rhino 3d
• Revit
• Indesign
• Vray