Jimmy Turner
About Jimmy Turner
Jimmy Turner is the Director of Design at Westfield, with over 17 years of experience in retail industry design, branding, and construction.
Current Role at Westfield
Jimmy Turner is currently serving as the Director of Design at Westfield in the San Francisco Bay Area. He commenced his role in 2017 and continues to bring his extensive expertise in retail design, branding, and construction to the company. His responsibilities include overseeing design projects, ensuring they align with the company's branding, and managing the overall aesthetic quality of the stores. His practical experience in construction allows him to make informed design decisions that are both innovative and functional.
Previous Experience at Crate & Barrel
Jimmy Turner worked at Crate & Barrel in various roles from 2004 to 2015, culminating in his position as the Director of Architecture. During his tenure, he served as the Project Architect from 2004 to 2007, Director of Architecture CB2 from 2007 to 2009, and Director of Architecture for Crate & Barrel from 2009 to 2015. Based in the Greater Chicago Area, he was instrumental in the architectural design and development of the brand's stores, blending creative design with practical construction insights.
Role at Scandinavian Designs
In 2015, Jimmy Turner joined Scandinavian Designs as the Director of Store Development + Design in Petaluma, CA, a position he held for one year until 2016. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing the development and design of the company's stores, applying his extensive background in retail architecture and store branding to enhance the in-store customer experience.
Involvement with ICSC
Jimmy Turner has been actively involved with the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), where he served as a Steering Committee Member twice, in 2016 in Petaluma, CA, and in 2014 in Phoenix, Arizona. He also contributed as a Guest Speaker for the ICSC Centerbuild Conference in Phoenix, Arizona, in 2013 and 2014. His engagements with ICSC demonstrate his commitment to advancing industry standards and sharing his expertise with peers.
Educational Background
Jimmy Turner holds a Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) degree from Auburn University, which he completed in 2000 after six years of study. His formal education provided him with a strong foundation in architectural design and principles, which he has applied throughout his extensive career in retail and store design.