Jong Baek

Vice President, Transportation Studio Director @STV

New York, NY, US

Mr. Baek is the Vice President and head of STV’s Transit Architecture Studio in the New York office, with over 23 years of specialized experience in designing transit stations and terminals nationwide. He has played a pivotal role in expanding the firm’s transit architecture studio from a single member to a thriving team of 30 staff, demonstrating his leadership in team-building, business growth, and strategic development. Deeply committed to enhancing the commuter experience through exceptional architecture, Mr. Baek brings expertise in communter rail stations, intermodal facilities, and bus rapid transit. As an accomplished architectural designer, he has developed overarching concepts for major transit stations, balancing cutting-edge innovation with contextual sensitivity. He also possesses in-depth technical knowledge of NFPA, ADA, and other regulatory requirements. On the managerial side, Mr. Baek excels at leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects under tight deadlines, including large-scale design-builds. A skilled collaborator, he works closely with clients, stakeholders, and communities to create transit solutions that are visually compelling, user-friendly, and cost-effective.

Kyung Hee University

Bachelor’s Degree, Architecture

Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning & Preservation

Master’s Degree, Architecture

Kyung Hee University

Master’s Degree, Architecture