Guy Thornton was born and raised in London, England. He completed his architectural training at the University of Sheffield, receiving both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Architecture.
In 1981, he relocated to the United States and maintains registration as an Architect in the State of Colorado and the United Kingdom as well as holding NCARB certification. In addition to forming Guy Thornton Design over 20 years ago, Guy has held tenure with several design firms and been involved with numerous prestigious projects including the Gramercy Park Hotel and Madison Square Garden renovations in NYC.
Bringing a strong multi-disciplinary design approach to problem solving, Guy has over 30 years of diverse experience that includes hospitality, historic renovation, restaurant, retail, corporate and residential projects.
The design firm is rooted in the principle of creating value through quality design solutions that encompass a high degree of practicality and budget sensitivity. Vision, simplicity and originality are central tenets along with the power of the unexpected resulting in enduring, engaging and intriguing solutions. Lighting forms an intrinsic part of the process.
This understanding of the value of design as an investment is integrated with a methodical, thorough working approach and successful execution.
Guy Thornton was born and raised in London, England. He completed his architectural training at the University of Sheffield, receiving both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Architecture.
In 1981, he relocated to the United States and maintains registration as an Architect in the State of Colorado and the United Kingdom as well as holding NCARB certification. In addition to forming Guy Thornton Design over 20 years ago, Guy has held tenure with several design firms and been involved with numerous prestigious projects including the Gramercy Park Hotel and Madison Square Garden renovations in NYC.
Bringing a strong multi-disciplinary design approach to problem solving, Guy has over 30 years of diverse experience that includes hospitality, historic renovation, restaurant, retail, corporate and residential projects.
The design firm is rooted in the principle of creating value through quality design solutions that encompass a high degree of practicality and budget sensitivity. Vision, simplicity and originality are central tenets along with the power of the unexpected resulting in enduring, engaging and intriguing solutions. Lighting forms an intrinsic part of the process.
This understanding of the value of design as an investment is integrated with a methodical, thorough working approach and successful execution.