John Snyder Architects

John Snyder Architects (JSA) is a distinguished, strategically focused architectural and interior design firm that has been delivering exceptional project outcomes for over two decades. Founded in 2003, JSA has built a solid reputation for innovative planning and design, working closely with clients in Corporate, Government, Higher Education, Automotive, Industrial, Historic, Hospitality, Pharmaceutical, Private Development, Retail, and Public & Affordable Housing sectors. Our extensive and diverse client portfolio includes industry leaders such as Albany Molecular, Alvogen, Chobani, Cornell University, Corning, Covidien, Excelsior College, Maguire Family of Dealerships, Preferred Mutual, SUNY Oneonta, and Syracuse University.

Comprehensive Services Tailored to Clients' Needs

JSA is dedicated to providing quality project management and customized design solutions that cater to each client's unique requirements. Our expertise spans throughout New York State, the Northeast, and across the globe, having completed projects in Seoul and Daejon, South Korea, as well as Austin, Texas. Our diverse and experienced team of architects, interior designers, and construction project managers offers comprehensive services for any project type, ensuring seamless integration and communication among all stakeholders.

Our professionals are actively engaged in all phases of each project, fostering a harmonious, integrated, and collaborative design environment. This design philosophy allows us to efficiently address and manage even the most complex design challenges. Our expertise includes master planning, mixed-use and private developments, museum and interpretive centers, manufacturing and pharmaceutical facilities, public and affordable housing, as well as residential projects.

The JSA Studio: A Creative Collaborative Practice

At JSA, our creative studio thrives on a lateral management approach that encourages the entire team to contribute knowledge, expertise, creative talents, ideas, and expressions. This collaborative process enables us to bring clients directly into the design process, ensuring expectations are set, met, and frequently exceeded. Our client-focused approach has been instrumental in cultivating long-lasting relationships with our clients, as they return to us time and time again when pursuing new dreams.

Our studio leverages the power of building information modeling (BIM) software for 3D visualizations, allowing us to preemptively resolve intricate details and offer clients the opportunity to visualize the finished project. This innovative approach results in greater efficiency, reducing the likelihood of unexpected issues during construction and ensuring a smooth, seamless process.

Meet Our Founder, John Snyder

At the heart of JSA is our founder, John Snyder, who has been an active member of the architectural profession since 1983. With a deep passion for cutting-edge architectural and interior design, John is a key contributor to the firm's award-winning designs. John has served in various roles within the American Institute of Architects (AIA), including chairing the Twenty-Five Year Award nomination committee from 2012-2016, and serving as the former president of the Southern NY Chapter of the AIA. From 2016-2018, John was a Board of Director for AIA New York State. He was also selected by the Architecture Foundation of Australia for the prestigious Glenn Murcutt Masterclass in 2010.

John's unwavering commitment to intelligent design solutions powers JSA's creative and innovative design philosophy. Under his leadership, JSA has become an industry leader in architectural and interior design services, continuously pushing the boundaries of design while prioritizing client objectives, design goals, maintaining budgets, fostering trust, and adhering to project schedules.