John Sadlon

About John Sadlon

John is a Principal at Perkins+Will, a global design firm that creates transformative…

Experience

1. Global Workplace Practice Leader, Principal

   Perkins&Will

   Jan 2012 — Present · NY, US

   A respected business leader, John is known for an unwavering commitment to clients, colleagues, and the architectural profession. Serving as a client advocate, he champions strategies that minimize risk, maximize outcomes, and foster enduring partnerships built on transparency and trust. His leadership is defined not only by his professional experience, but also by his ability to listen deeply and discern unspoken needs. As Global Workplace Practice Leader, John collaborates across Perkins & Will’s 32 studios to advance business acumen, service excellence, sustainable growth, and thought leadership. He excels at aligning clients\' business goals with forward-thinking design solutions. John is a licensed architect and has directed the successful completion of over 18 million square feet of projects in 62 cities across 17 countries. He\'s an active member of the American Institute of Architects and CoreNet Global, serves on the International Board of Directors for IIDA, and is a past chair of the Design Professions Council of the Fetzer Institute. John’s work has received numerous awards and recognition by The American Institute of Architects, the Society of American Registered Architects, Crain’s New York, as well as CoreNet Global for ‘Project of the Year’. He has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal and has served as panelist speaker for BisNow and various industry events. His work has been featured in the New York Times, NY Real Estate Journal, Real Estate New York, and Interior Design. In 2022, John received the Ellen Kushman Distinguished Service Award for his volunteer work in support of the IIDA NY Chapter.