Seuss Landing - Universal's Islands of Adventure

Seuss Landing was an early example of large-scale experiential design operating as a system, where storytelling, fabrication, logistics, and guest flow had to work together under real constraints. As part of the opening team for Universal’s Islands of Adventure, I collaborated with designers, fabricators, and construction managers to expand themed entertainment in Central Florida at scale.

The project required translating Dr. Seuss’s highly stylized, physics-defying worlds into buildable, durable environments. Sculpted foam signage played a critical role, demanding precision across design intent, material behavior, fabrication methods, and installation sequencing. The result was an immersive environment that balanced creative ambition with operational realities, designed not just to look whimsical, but to perform reliably for millions of guests.

My Role and Areas of Contribution:

Product & Strategy
Vision

Align business goals, user needs, and technical realities into clear direction.

Experience & Interface Design (UX/UI)

Design intuitive, scalable experiences balancing usability and aesthetics.

Application & System Design

Design within real engineering constraints and sustainability.

Creative & Design Leadership

Set direction, mentor teams, and maintain quality through delivery.

Spatial & Environmental Design

Design environments where space and motion guide behavior.

3D Visualization & Prototyping

Utilize 3D to test concepts, align stakeholders, and reduce overall risk.

How I Work

I help teams turn ambitious ideas into clear systems, buildable plans, and real-world results.

Envision What's Possible

Through focused strategy and creative exploration, I surface ambitious ideas and shape them into clear, actionable concepts connecting brand, environment, and experience to uncover new opportunities worth pursuing.

Define What's Probable

This is where vision meets reality.
I translate ideas into structured paths forward, aligning creative direction with technical feasibility, timelines, and scale. Specializing in systems thinking, not guesswork, under pressure.

Build What's Practical

With hands-on leadership and production experience, I guide ideas through fabrication and deployment, ensuring solutions are durable, scalable, and executed with clarity, accountability, and real-world constraints in mind.

Available for Select Projects and Collaborations:

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