John Bricker

About John Bricker

As design has moved beyond the bounds of an industry, and toward being a differentiating…

Experience

1. Principal and Creative Director

   Gensler

   Jan 1980 — Present

   John founded Gensler’s Retail and Brand studios and continues to expand these practice areas into markets in Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. His thought leadership and focus on the design experience lends an elevated perspective to the firm’s process and creativity as a whole. He was also instrumental in developing the Gensler brand into one of the most recognizable names in the design industry. Among his most celebrated projects are the New York flagship store for Toys ‘R’ Us, adidas New York, Cadillac House New York and Shanghai, the Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice, and the American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog. John has spoken at SXSW Interactive, Fast Company Innovation Festival, Architectural Digest Show, Internal Retail Design Conference, Savannah College of Art and Design, Harvard Graduate School of Design, and The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Education

• Arizona State University

  BFA, Graphic Design

  1978 — 1980

Skills

• Design Research
• Interior Architecture
• Brand Development
• Retail Design
• Concept Development
• Environmental Design
• Branded Environments
• Interior Design
• Experience Design
• Graphic Design
• Brand Strategy
• Design Strategy
• Environmental Graphics
• Concept Design
• Leadership
• Corporate Identity