Principal

William Wong
AIA, LEED AP

Seeing a project transform from the digital space into a physical, tangible entity is as exciting today as it was when I walked onto my first job site almost 20 years ago.

 

Will Wong, a native New Yorker, has always been intrigued by the constant evolution of the city’s skyline and infrastructure. He took hand drafting elective courses in high school, a decision that kicked off his career. 

Having spent his whole life surrounded by construction, Will is interested in the critical and complex process of building in a dense urban environment. His philosophy emphasizes durable and enduring designs that promote public interaction. A leader project management across the firm’s workplace, retail, academic, and non-profit projects, he has led work for a diverse set of clients including Li & Fung, Columbia University, Abrams Books, and Hermès of Paris.

On his inaugural project at Spacesmith, Will coordinated and oversaw the buildout of the 100,000-square-foot, LEED Gold-certified offices for Global Brands Group in the Empire State Building. His management of Halletts Point—a mixed-use residential development in Queens, with a playroom that his daughter had the chance to enjoy—displays his vast understanding of code compliance and his unwavering desire to contribute to spaces that benefit communities.

Will holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. His commitment to sustainability transcends his work and permeates personal life; he is currently teaching his family the benefits of backyard composting.

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Blogs by Will

Dear Will...On behalf of Marla Simpson, Janelle Farris, Angela Chiappara and the Cornerstone site directors, I want to thank you for the excellent job you did putting together the Brooklyn Community Services Cornerstone report. Your observations are very astute, and a significant number of the recommendations easy for us to implement. We all appreciate the work and care that went into this project. Your report will be a valuable resource for both the Cornerstone programs and the communities they serve. It was a pleasure working with you.
— Les Lopes, Department of the Chief Operating Officer