A+I Welcomes Nathan Bluestone as Director of Strategy, Brand, and Graphic Design
A+I is excited to announce the appointment of Nathan Bluestone to the role of Director of Strategy, Brand, and Graphic Design. Nathan brings over 15 years of experience designing exhibits, environmental graphics, and identities for organizations around the globe. His portfolio reflects an extraordinary breadth, with work spanning the US, Central America, Europe, and Asia for clients ranging from large corporations and universities to cultural and civic institutions.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Nathan to A+I,” shared CEO Kate Thatcher. “His expertise in brand, strategy, and graphic design not only sets him apart, but also aligns seamlessly with A+I’s commitment to integrating these disciplines into our work. His boundless curiosity and passion for design—whether in graphics, products, architecture, or even cars—perfectly fits with with our belief in thoughtful questioning as the foundation of meaningful design.”
Nathan’s expertise and leadership will drive A+I’s integrated approach to shaping spaces that embody the brands and missions of our clients. As Studio Director, he will oversee A+I’s team of graphic designers and strategists, growing and challenging the team as they push the boundaries of brand and strategy within the architectural discipline.
He joins A+I after working at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), most recently as their Global Graphic Design Manager. Across various teams, his work has been recognized by the Society for Experiential Design, Graphis, Type Directors Club, and AIGA.
“Graphic design within the built environment is one of the most enduring forms of communication—it carries a weight and permanence that makes it especially meaningful. That’s what draws me to this work, and it’s something A+I values. Here, strategy and graphic design evolve in tandem with architecture, embedding brand within the space. That level of integration makes for work that’s thoughtful and more lasting,” shared Nathan. “And beyond that, there’s an energy at A+I that’s hard to find. The team is tight-knit and infectiously curious, with a breadth of experience that makes the work really sharp. I’m thrilled to be brought into the fold.”
A+I is working with innovative companies like Google, Macquarie, Nike, and Bloomberg to create spaces that don’t just support work, but express identity, culture, and purpose. A+I’s integrated approach brings strategy, branding, and design together from the outset, ensuring that brand storytelling is embedded in every aspect of the built environment. Additionally, A+I collaborates with ambitious developers such as Hines, Tishman Speyer, and Vornado Realty Trust to craft environments that offer more than functionality—they create a cohesive, meaningful experience at every scale.
“Nathan brings the curiosity, creativity, and talent you’d expect from a leader at the top of his field,” A+I Chief Strategy Officer Peter Knutson shared. “But what truly sets him apart is his ability to bridge the perspectives that often keep architecture, graphics, and experience design siloed. That makes him a perfect fit for A+I and a driving force in pushing us toward even more exciting terrain.”