James has more than 25 years of experience in architecture and healthcare planning, facilitating the transformation of clients’ problems and goals into creative and workable solutions. He leads architectural projects ranging from small renovations to high-value “greenfield” construction; oversees the completion of projects from conception and data collection, to strategic decision-making and project design, and on to construction and operational startup.

Striving to improve the quality of healthcare by enhancing the physical environment, his research is focused on acute care nursing, an area he finds challenging due to the delicate balance required to meet the needs of patients and caregivers. By envisioning solutions that are simple, effective, and appropriate to the level of care provided, James helps clients fulfill their mission while making the most efficient use of limited resources.