James Ligon, AIA
Principal | Project Manager
YEARS WITH GSB: 26
FOCUS AREAS:
Hospitality, Entertainment
EDUCATION:
University of Oklahoma Bachelor of Architecture, 1989
LICENSES + CERTIFICATIONS:
Registered Architect, Oklahoma
Certified by the Oklahoma State Board of Governors for Licensed Architects No. 3484
SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE:
Hotel Vin, Marriott Autograph Collection | Grapevine, Texas
The Barfield, Marriott Autograph Collection | Amarillo, Texas
Hotel Breakers at Cedar Point | Sandusky, Ohio
RCID Orange Garage | Lake Buena Vista, Florida
RCID Lime Garage | Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Westin Resort & Convention Center | Orlando, Florida
Marriott Horseshoe Bay Resort & Conference Center | Horseshoe Bay, Texas
Disney’s Bay Lake Tower | Orlando, Florida
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge | Orlando, Florida
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort | Orlando, Florida
Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne | Key Biscayne, Florida
Ritz-Carlton Monte Lago | Lake Las Vegas, Nevada
Mr. Ligon has considerable experience as a senior project architect, designer, and in construction contract administration for a diverse range of projects. Throughout his career he has worked on various projects for hotel and hospitality, the performing arts, museums, churches, medical and educational facilities among others. These projects include new building projects along with renovations and additions to existing facilities.
He is responsible for overseeing the project team and consultants as well as maintenance of the project schedule and daily client contact. His personal attention is given to the preparation of the documents and the review of all work. He works well with contractors and construction personnel. He defends clients’ interests firmly but fairly and assists contractors in addressing unforeseen challenges.
The coordination skill he has developed over the past 35 years allows him to manage the consultant team members as well as the in-house support staff on the project. His attention to detail is evident in his successful architectural approach to each project.
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