JUAN C. LEDESMA, M. Arch.
JNKA Design Coordinator, Juan Carlos Ledesma is a Mexican American graduate architectural intern who was a student of the firm’s founding Principal, Thomas Jaeger, at Judson University in Spring of 2013. Juan began his professional career as an Intern Architect at JNKA in June of 2014. He returned to Judson University in 2015 to complete his Master’s Degree in Architecture with a concentration in Sustainable Architecture. He utilized innovative architecture, permaculture and theology to develop architectural solutions that respected and maintained good stewardship of the environment. Juan also had the opportunity to study abroad as a student in Mexico, Italy, Germany, Czech Republic and Holland, where Juan improved his ability to sketch and analyze religious buildings, exterior public spaces and cities. Prior to returning to JNKA, Juan gained experience working on a variety of project types in all phases of design and construction, and he returned to JNKA in 2017 to apply his knowledge, interests and skills to the service of faith-based clients. In his spare time, Juan enjoys sketching, watercoloring, reading, and writing poetry and stories in Spanish.
EDUCATION
Master of Architecture
Concentration in Sustainible Architecture
Judson University, Elgin, IL
2016
Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies
Judson University, Elgin, IL
2013
European Architectural Study Tour
Judson University School of Architecture
RECENT PROJECTS
First United Methodist Church Arlington Heights, IL
St. Francis Xavier Parish, La Grange, IL
Grace United Methodist Church Naperville, IL
St. Edna Catholic Parish, Arlington Heights, IL
Redeemer Lutheran Church, Elmhurst, IL
St. Mary of the Angels, Chicago, IL
St. Peter the Apostle Parish, Itasca, IL
Our Lady of Ransom, Niles, IL
Wheaton Acadamy Science Wing Addition, West Chicago, IL
United Methodist Church of Libertyville, Livertyville, IL
St. Giles Parish, Oak Park, IL
Poor Clare Monastery Elevator, Palos Park, IL
Christ Church of Oak Brook, Oak Brook, IL