John Saunders brings more than 50 years of architectural experience to ADM Group, offering a depth of knowledge that spans every phase of the profession. His expertise includes site planning and design, programming, space planning, code research and analysis, project management, contract negotiation, and contract administration.

Throughout his career, John has been recognized for his disciplined and collaborative approach to project management. He excels at coordinating multidisciplinary design and engineering teams, guiding the flow of project information, and maintaining clear, consistent communication with owners. His careful oversight of project budgets and schedules ensures projects are delivered efficiently and responsibly, without compromising design quality.

John carries his attention to architectural detail into his administrative work, emphasizing accurate recordkeeping and the timely distribution of meaningful, prioritized project information. Central to his practice is a strong belief that successful architecture begins with listening—fully understanding a client’s goals, needs, and vision before translating them into thoughtful, enduring solutions.

A proud member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) since 1976, John has held several leadership roles within the organization. Reflecting on his long-standing involvement, he notes, “The personal reward that I have received from my association with the AIA over the past 50 years is an awareness of how our profession—and the work we are chosen to do—can influence and improve lives throughout our community, state, and the world.”