John Putre, Associate
With a passion for socially conscious design, John’s focus is on providing a full range of architectural services that promote the client’s core mission through thoughtfully executed spaces, high quality design, and efficient project planning and execution. Since joining SMR in 2012, he has a broad range of experience in new construction and, over the last 12 years, has managed the design of various projects from licensed child care facilities to mixed-use site feasibility studies, as well as numerous permanent supportive housing, workforce housing, and affordable family housing projects.
Relevant Projects
- Lewis, 6th, and Spruce, Yakima
- DESC 15th Avenue, Seattle
- The North Star, Seattle
- Clement Place, Seattle
- Northgate Plaza, Seattle
- Salish Landing, Seattle
- Everett Housing Authority Multiple Site Rehabilitation, Everett
- DESC Trianon Tenant Improvement, Seattle
- The Aries at Bitter Lake, Seattle
- Upton Flats, Seattle
- New Tacoma, Phase II, Tacoma
- Artspace Mt. Baker Lofts, Seattle
- 12th Avenue Arts, Seattle
Registration
- Architect, Washington, 2015
Education
- Master of Architecture, Pratt Institute
- Bachelor of Science, Architecture, University at Buffalo
Activities and Memberships
- Housing Development Consortium Leadership Course Graduate
- Architecture for Humanity – Seattle, Former Chair
- Architects without Borders – Seattle, Former Volunteer
Honors and Awards
- Gold Nugget Grand Award, Best Transitional / Supportive Housing; The North Star, 2023
- Puget Sound Regional Council’s VISION 2050 Award; The North Star, 2023
- Gold Nugget Award of Merit, Best Transitional / Supportive Housing; Clement Place, 2020
- Gold Nugget Award of Merit, Best Affordable Housing Community; Artspace Mt. Baker Station, 2015
- Urban Land Institute, Global Awards for Excellence; 12th Avenue Arts, 2015
- Puget Sound Regional Council, Vision 2040 Awards; 12th Avenue Arts, 2014