Jason Butler
About Jason Butler
Jason Butler is a Senior Urban Designer at Arup, with extensive experience in urban design and planning, contributing to projects such as a floating park in Rotterdam and a smart city masterplan in central Asia.
Current Role at Arup
Jason Butler serves as a Senior Urban Designer at Arup, a prominent design and engineering consultancy. Since 2021, he has been applying his expertise to a variety of urban design projects. His current workplace is in Bristol, United Kingdom, where he also held the role of Urban Designer from 2016. Jason has been part of Arup’s team, contributing to the evolution of modern urban landscapes through his design skills and strategic planning abilities.
Previous Experience at Stride Treglown
Prior to his tenure at Arup, Jason Butler worked at Stride Treglown in Bristol as an Urban Design Assistant from 2014 to 2016. In this role, he was instrumental in supporting design projects, coordinating with senior team members, and contributing to architectural assignments. This experience helped him develop a robust foundation in urban design, which he continues to leverage in his current roles.
Academic Background in Architecture and Urban Design
Jason Butler is well-versed in the field of architecture and urban design, holding a Master of Arts in Urban Design from the University of the West of England (2012-2014). He also earned a Bachelor of Architecture and Planning from the same university, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. His educational journey began at Ardscoil Ris Secondary School, followed by his primary education at Saint Pauls Primary School.
Notable Projects and Contributions
Jason Butler has made significant contributions to various urban design projects. He played a key role in the development of a floating park in Rotterdam Maashaven, integrating innovative design solutions. He was also a part of creating a smart city masterplan in central Asia, where he focused on the incorporation of advanced technologies. Additionally, Jason participated in streetscape enhancement projects in Cornwall and urban living masterplanning in South Gloucestershire, demonstrating his diverse expertise in improving urban spaces.
Translating Sustainable Development Goals
A major aspect of Jason Butler's work involves aligning urban design projects with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. He translates these goals into spatial solutions, addressing issues such as climate change, flooding, and carbon reduction. His efforts ensure that the projects he works on are not only innovative but also sustainable and environmentally responsible.