Renee Prusacki
About Renee Prusacki
Renee Prusacki is a Technical Director and Project Architect at Gensler, with over a decade of experience in the Greater Chicago Area. She emphasizes strong client relationships and has a diverse background in various architectural projects, including innovation spaces and senior housing.
Work at Gensler
Renee Prusacki has been employed at Gensler since 2014, serving as a Project Architect for a decade in the Greater Chicago Area. In 2019, she advanced to the role of Technical Director, where she has continued to contribute to various projects. Her work emphasizes the importance of fostering strong and communicative relationships with clients, which she believes is essential for achieving successful project outcomes. Prusacki's experience at Gensler includes involvement in a diverse range of project types, particularly in innovation spaces and senior housing.
Education and Expertise
Renee Prusacki holds a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, where she studied from 1998 to 2002. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Architecture from Washington University in St. Louis, completing her studies from 2002 to 2004. This educational background has equipped her with a solid foundation in architectural principles and practices, which she applies in her professional roles.
Background
Before joining Gensler, Renee Prusacki worked at Holabird & Root as a Project Architect from 2006 to 2014. She also held positions as an Intern Architect at HOK for one month in 2002 and at White & Borgognoni Architects, P.C. from 2005 to 2006. Additionally, she worked as an Architectural Draftsperson at SIU Engineering Services from 2001 to 2002. Her early exposure to architecture included participation in a Kid Architecture camp at Southern Illinois University, which sparked her interest in the field.
Business Partnership at Present Tense Bar
Since 2020, Renee Prusacki has been a Business Partner at Present Tense Bar in Chicago, Illinois. This role allows her to apply her architectural expertise in a different context, contributing to the operational and design aspects of the business. Her involvement in this venture highlights her versatility and commitment to engaging with the community beyond traditional architectural practices.
Leadership and Team Collaboration
Renee Prusacki is recognized for her collaborative and inclusive approach to team leadership. She guides projects from concept through to close-out, ensuring that all team members are engaged and contributing effectively. Her leadership style fosters an environment where communication is prioritized, which is crucial for the successful execution of architectural projects.