Douglas Oleson
About Douglas Oleson
Douglas Oleson is a Design Director and Senior Associate at Gensler, where he has worked since 2017. He previously held senior design positions at Studios Architecture and Gensler, accumulating over 18 years of experience in the field of architecture.
Current Role at Gensler
Douglas Oleson currently serves as Design Director and Senior Associate at Gensler. He has held this position since 2017, working out of the Oakland, California office. In this role, he is responsible for leading design initiatives and overseeing project development, ensuring that design standards are met and that projects align with client expectations.
Previous Experience at Gensler
Before his current role, Douglas Oleson worked at Gensler as a Senior Designer from 2007 to 2017. During this decade, he contributed to various projects in the San Francisco office, focusing on innovative design solutions and collaborative project execution.
Experience at Studios Architecture
Douglas Oleson was employed at Studios Architecture as a Senior Designer from 1997 to 2005. Over the course of eight years, he played a key role in design development and project management, contributing to the firm's portfolio of architectural projects.
Education in Architecture and Fine Arts
Douglas Oleson studied at the University of Cincinnati, where he focused on Architecture and Fine Arts. He completed his Bachelor of Architecture (BARCH) degree from 1988 to 1995. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in design and architecture.