Gordon Carrier, FAIA

A charismatic and impassioned leader, Gordon Carrier is an active participant in the San Diego design and development community. Through both his architectural practice and a variety of organizational leadership positions, he has played a key role in the revitalization of downtown San Diego -- one of the most significant and sustained urban redevelopments under way in the United States. In the heart of San Diego's downtown, his influence can be seen in the Gaslamp Quarter, Little Italy and the emerging East Village District.

As a founding member and design principal of the San Diego-based architecture firm Carrier Johnson, Carrier has led the firm to an impressive track record of award-winning projects in both the public and private market sectors. As an outspoken proponent for improving the public realm through quality architecture and design, Carrier is dedicated to enriching the lives of the San Diego community.