A Conversation Between Friends
Prospect started as a conversation between friends. Partners John, Danny and Matt wanted to create a studio where people felt empowered by a collaborative practice and inspired by the spaces they designed. This vision has resulted in a place where challenges are approached with an open mind and success is measured in community value.
Each partner brings his own unique approach and experience to Prospect. John offers an intimate knowledge of the West and decades’ worth of experience, while Danny’s youthful dynamism and outside perspective energize the firm. Matt’s measured approach and technical aptitude bring even the most complex projects to life. Together, they leverage their complementary skill sets to provide the best possible solutions for their clients.
John Carney, FAIA
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Danny Wicke, AIA
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Matt Thackray, AIA
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Carl Kohut, AIA
Project Architect
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James Ablondi
Designer
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Porter Wesson
Designer
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Evan Forrest, AIA
Project Architect
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Becca Wiggs, AIA
Designer
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Sarah Stypulkoski, AIA
Project Architect
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Mike Woodruff
Designer
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Ian Thomas
Designer
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Ryan Walters, AIA
Project Architect
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Colleen Valenstein
Studio Manager
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David Huson
Designer
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Anna McCuan
Designer
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Mariela Santelices
Designer
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Past Collaborators
Over the years we’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with a number of remarkable individuals. We gratefully acknowledge the contributions of the following:
Past Members of Prospect Studio
Elaine W. Carney, Bronwen Fitzsimons, Mark Wise, Tim Ostrander, Korynn Newville, Zeke Nelson, Patrick Spence, Sage Welch, Jessica Travis, Lisa Feldmann, Chris Kolodey, Katherine (Fergie) Ferguson, Reily Gibson, Nicole Channell
Past Interns
Ellie Assadi, Lilly Whitman.
Recognition
Awards
2023
AIA Wyoming, Design Award, Interiors, Award of Excellence
Illumination Bar - Intelligentsia
2018
Illinois Green Alliance Emerald Award for Community Impact
Nourishing Hope
International Lighting Design Award of Excellence (Lux Populi)
Nourishing Hope
2017
Citation Award, AIA Wyoming Chapter
Fish Creek Compound
Contract Magazine Inspiration Awards, Grand Prize
Nourishing Hope
AIA Chicago Distinguished Building Award, Citation of Merit
Nourishing Hope
The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Award for Architectural Excellence in Community Design - First Place
Nourishing Hope
Architect's Newspaper Best of Design Awards, Honorable Mention
Nourishing Hope
2016
AIA Chicago Distinguished Building, Special Recognition for Innovative Learning Environment & Adaptive Reuse
Intrinsic School
Architizer A+ Awards - Architecture + Learning, Finalist
Intrinsic School
Remodeling Magazine, Project of the Year
Yellowbell Residence
2015
Association for Learning Environments, Lee J. Brockway Award for Renovation
Intrinsic School
AIA Illinois Honor Awards, Frank Lloyd Wright Honor Award for Renovation
Intrinsic School
BD+C Reconstruction Awards, Gold Winner
Intrinsic School
WAN Education Awards, Shortlisted
Intrinsic School
2014
Award of Excellence, ICAA, Rocky Mountain Chapter
Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve
2009
Citation Award, Wood Design & Building Awards
Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve
2008
Merit Award, AIA Western Mountain Region Chapter
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Excellence Award, AIA Wyoming Chapter
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Engineering Excellence Award, American Council of Engineering Companies of Colorado
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LEED Platinum, U.S. Green Building Council
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Publications
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2017
2016
2015
2012
Employment Opportunities
At Prospect, we believe in the power of architecture to improve everyday life. We care about creating meaningful spaces that make people feel good and can help our communities grow.
We are not currently hiring, however if you feel like Prospect Studio is a great fit for you, please send a resume and portfolio to work[at]prospectjh.com.