Ryan Sorby

Associate Principal, Architect / Kansas City

Ryan Sorby specializes in designing stadiums and master plans that enhance cities, amplify team brands and create meaningful fan experiences. Ryan is a storyteller at heart, passionate about uplifting brands and communities through a design narrative. His comprehensive work approach — along with his ability to extract and amplify each client’s unique goals and vision — shapes his creation of transformational and innovative designs.

Ryan has a knack for recognizing and understanding critical design drivers, allowing him to identify unique opportunities that create bold and authentic designs. He is an enthusiastic collaborator, always taking the time to meet with project stakeholders to confirm that everyone’s needs are met.

Ryan’s leadership skills ensure that his teams are always organized, connected and working together to design and deliver a project that is bold, harmonious and thoughtful. Ryan has developed designs and master plans for numerous high-profile stadiums and convention centers, where his work has helped shape communities, teams and user experiences. Outside project work, Ryan has been a guest reviewer and speaker at the University of Kansas, North Dakota State University, University of Texas and the University of Nebraska.