Reid brings more than four decades of experience to his clients and design teams, including over 20 years focused exclusively on shaping learning spaces. His design portfolio has touched every step of the educational journey from inspiring early learning environments to hyper-focused higher education facilities. Since earning his bachelor’s degree in architecture from Kansas State University, he has built a reputation within the industry for design leadership and having a deep understanding of how educational environments shape outcomes. Reid is the first design professional in the United States to earn both the Accredited Learning Environment Planner and EDmarket Certified Learning Place Specialist credentials. He has also co-authored “Unleashing Creative Genius: STEAM Studio’s Impact on Learning” and been featured in notable publications, including Architectural Record, Learning by Design, EDmarket, and AIA, underscoring his design prowess in creating spaces that support purposeful learning.

Beyond his project work, Reid has promoted thought leadership across the education industry for more than a decade through workshops and speaking engagements. Most recently, he was named a recipient of the 2026 ICON in Educational Design Award, an honor recognizing visionary leaders, change-makers, those who go beyond the norm, and whose work advances learning environments and student success.