Johnson Design Group is a service-driven architectural firm built on trust, collaboration, and design excellence Our team combines creativity with technical precision, delivering projects that not only look exceptional but perform seamlessly for the people who use them. With decades of experience in architecture and planning, we understand that great design begins with understanding our clients their goals, challenges, and vision for the future
What We Do
We specialize in architectural design and planning for commercial developments, mixed-use communities, and multi-family housing projects. Our services span every phase from early concept and feasibility to construction administration ensuring a cohesive, well-managed process that keeps projects on schedule and aligned with our clients’ objectives. Every design we create balances form, function, and value, bringing thoughtful solutions that elevate both spaces and experiences.
Why
We’re Unique
What sets Johnson Design Group apart is our belief that architecture is a strategic partnership. We go beyond design aesthetics to help clients make informed, impactful decisions that enhance their business objectives and community presence. Through straightforward communication, dependable service, and a process-driven approach, we ensure every project runs smoothly and successfully from start to finish.
Relevant Team Experience
BUFFALO HEIGHTS DISTRICT
- Houston, Texas
VALLEY RANCH ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT
- New Caney, Texas
THE DISTRICT AT SUGAR CREEK
- Sugar Land , Texas
WOODLANDS GATE
- The Woodlands, Texas
ALABAMA ROW
- Houston, Texas
LA CENTERRA TOWN CENTER
- Katy, Texas
EAST SHORE PLACE
- The Woodlands, Texas
GATEWAY I & II, OFFICE, SERVICED
APARTMENT & RETAIL
- Hong Kong
WHEELOCK PLACE
- Singapore
FULSHEAR FIFTEEN MINUTE CITY
- Fulshear, Texas
BRIDGELAND CREEK CENTER
- Cypress, Texas
BARREL PARK
- Houston, Texas
EAST RIVER
- Houston, Texas
WEST FOREST
- The Woodlands, Texas
TIMES SQUARE
- Hong Kong
OXFORD HOUSE, TAIKOO PLACE
- Hong Kong
METRO MEDICAL CENTER COMPETITION
- Houston, Texas
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
MEDICAL CENTER COMPETITION
- Houston, Texas
PANIPAT WESTIN HOTEL & MIXED-USE CENTER
- Panipat, India
HONG KONG CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION
CENTRE, ATRIUM LINK EXTENSION
- Hong Kong
DISCOVERY PARK
- Hong Kong
NORTH POINTE
- Pflugerville, Texas
HOUSTON PAVILIONS
- Houston, Texas
WEST 8 MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT
- Katy, Texas
PLAZA AMERICAS MALL RECONSTRUCTION
- Houston, Texas
FULSHEAR VILLAGE
- Fulshear, Texas
MIDWAY 200 PARK
- College Station, Texas
THE PROMENADE AT TELFAIR
- Sugar Land, Texas
SUNSHINE VILLAGE
- Pflugerville, Texas
GREENSPOINT RENAISSANCE
- Houston, Texas
Principal Profile
H. WARREN JOHNSON, AIA
MANAGING PRINCIPAL
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Architecture
Georgia Institute of Technology
CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Architect - Texas #10294
AFFILIATIONS
American Institute of Architects
LEED Accredited Professional
NCARB Member
Urban Land Institute
International Council of Shopping Centers
Warren brings more than 45 years of extensive architectural and interior design experience to the table His role involves overseeing senior design direction and managing various projects like high-rise buildings, corporate spaces, residences, mixed-use developments, and hospitality venues Warren actively participates in the design stages from initial concepts to detailed development Additionally, he is hands-on in managing project designers and interns daily His expertise extends to designing and constructing large-scale urban and mixeduse town center projects.
MICHAEL C. PAMATMAT
PRINCIPAL
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Architecture
Central Colleges of the Philippines
CERTIFICATIONS
Associate American Institute of Architects
PROFICIENCIES
AutoCAD | Revit
Adobe Suite | Microsoft Office
SketchUp | Lumion
Enscape
With more than 35 years of experience within the architecture and design industry, Michael is involved in overseeing all project phases from design to construction. Key responsibilities include coordinating with clients, consultants, and contractors, providing leadership and mentorship to junior staff, and preparing design and construction documents. Prepares detailed preliminary and construction documents, ensuring clarity and accuracy Conducts site visits to gather field measurements and data, creating precise as-built drawings for comprehensive project documentation
BUFFALO
Houston, Texas
Buffalo Heights is a mixed-use development at Heights Boulevard and Washington Avenue in Houston The single-building project includes 220 apartments, 60,000 SF of office space, a 95,000 SF H-E-B, retail, and structured parking As Phase One of a 25-acre master plan, the base houses the grocer and parking, with offices fronting Washington and apartments above, organized around two amenity courtyards and a third-floor community center overlooking Buffalo Bayou. The project was designed by Warren Johnson while a Principal at ZCA
VALLEY RANCH ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT
New Caney, Texas
The Entertainment District at Valley Ranch in Northeast Houston is a mixed-use development set to become a walkable hub for dining, retail, and entertainment Anchored by a movie theater and the Valley Ranch Pavilion, the District connects these destinations with a vibrant Main Street featuring shops, offices, residences, and a fitness center. The master plan is phased, with the first phase centered on a green space surrounded by townhomes, apartments, and commercial spaces Integrated parking garages will support daily use and Pavilion events The project was designed by Warren Johnson while he was a Principal at STG and later at JDG.
THE DISTRICT AT SUGAR CREEK
Sugar Land , Texas
In 2015, the City of Sugar Land launched an initiative to introduce multifamily housing into five predominantly retail and office zones, aiming to create walkable, mixed-use communities Kaplan Multifamily’s District at Sugar Creek brings that vision to life with 400 residential units, 19 live/work spaces with ground-floor retail, and a new boulevard anchored by a plaza surrounded by three large restaurants Additional amenities include a bodega, fitness center, coworking spaces, and a one-acre central park and pool area, designed around preserved mature trees from the site.
WOODLANDS GATE PLAZA
The Woodlands, Texas
Located at the intersection of Interstate-45 and Rayford Road in Spring, Texas, this 3 8-acre development includes a 127,000-square-foot office building, a 700-car parking garage, 17,000 square feet of retail space, a 13,000-square-foot event venue, and a 140-key Wyndham TRYP hotel It features seven dining options, an upscale food market, and state-of-the-art office spaces, with the event venue set to host various events, concerts, and social gatherings.
Houston, Texas
Alabama Row is an urban retail center in the heart of the Museum district of Houston. It includes restaurant and retail spaces with an outdoor dining area adjacent to West Alabama Street
LA CENTERRA TOWN CENTER
Katy, Texas
La Centerra is a mixed-use retail development in Katy, Texas, designed in four phases It features a Main Street-style layout with a landmark tower, event center, retail courtyards, office space, and concealed parking Subsequent phases added restaurants, a microgrocer, and residential apartments, fostering a walkable community similar to a traditional Texas town center. Designed by Warren Johnson while serving as Design Principal at HAA.
EAST SHORE PLACE
The Woodlands, Texas
East Shore Place is a mixed-use center at the entrance to the affluent East Shore neighborhood of The Woodlands, a master planned community north of Houston, Texas It includes restaurant and retail spaces on the ground level, below office and co-working space It includes an outdoor dining area adjacent to the street. Other parts of the development include a parking garage, stand-alone restaurant and bank building. The project was designed by Warren Johnson while Principal at ZCA.
The Harbour City redevelopment, completed in two phases Gateway I and II features five towers atop a three-story podium. Gateway I has two 32-story office towers, while Gateway II includes mixed-use towers with offices and serviced apartments. The 90,000-sqm podium mall connects to Harbour City and the retail strip along Canton Road Project by Michael Pamatmat while a Senior Architectural Designer at WO Architects
This 21-story shopping and office complex sits at the prime Orchard Road–Paterson Road junction in Singapore’s main retail district The five-story podium and two basements house retail and parking, while the 16-story tower provides office space, totaling 42,450 sqm. A distinctive cone-shaped glass atrium marks the main entrance, serving as both a landmark and covered plaza The conceptual design was developed with Kisho Kurokawa Project by Michael Pamatmat while a Senior Architectural Designer at WO Architects
FULSHEAR FIFTEEN MINUTE CITY
Fulshear, Texas
The City of Fulshear, rapidly growing as a Houston suburb, is planning a walkable development to connect to its historic downtown The master plan exemplifies the fifteen-minute city concept, featuring phased parking garages paired with multifamily units near entrances. Users can then walk to various amenities, including restaurants and a hotel/convention center The 15-year plan includes seven phases, such as Market Court, Entertainment, Waterfront, Fountain Plaza, and Medical Districts, and aims to revitalize the lakefront with urban canals, nightclubs, and a European-style Market Hall
BRIDGELAND CREEK CENTER
Cypress, Texas
Bridgeland Creek Plaza is a mixed-use low-rise community of buildings surrounding a central green The project was located at the intersection of Bridgeland Creek Parkway and the Grand Parkway in Cypress, Texas Four retail buildings with second floor flex and office space face the park with office and cinema anchors at either end The design was part of a much larger master plan for the central core of Bridgeland
Barrel Park is a collection of parcels making up a highly dense mixed-use development. The centerpiece is a large hotel, ballroom, and brewery combination. Other areas included an entertainment venue, small office component and multifamily structure with ground floor retail making the development a 24-hour live/work/play landmark.
EAST RIVER
Houston, Texas
Midway Companies planned a walkable community along Buffalo Bayou in downtown Houston, featuring modular designs for offices, restaurants, multifamily residences, and amenities. The multifamily structures aimed for flexibility in future projects while showcasing modern warehouse aesthetics, with design led by Warren Johnson while at STG.
The Woodlands, Texas
Located next to The Woodlands, 30 miles north of Houston, this project sought to integrate a restaurant and retail presence into a traditional “Texas Wrap” style multifamily development. Complicating this approach were intensive tree save requirements for the site, causing the arrangement of units to conform to the existing tree configuration.
Times Square in Causeway Bay features two office towers above a 14-story retail podium with cinemas and six basements linked to the MTR Its setback plaza hosts public events and New Year countdowns, making it a landmark that revitalized the area into a major shopping destination Project by Michael Pamatmat while a Senior Architectural Designer at WO Architects
OXFORD HOUSE, TAIKOO PLACE
Hong Kong
Oxford House completes the pedestrian link between Taikoo Place and Taikoo Shing, creating one of Hong Kong Island East’s largest mixed-use hubs The 41story, 46,600-sqm tower features harbour views, a glass-canopied lobby, bridge access to Somerset House, five basement parking levels, and advanced office systems Project by Michael Pamatmat while a Senior Architectural Designer at WO Architects.
The Metro Medical Center campus plan was a competition to provide mixed-use and parking capacity for the Texas Medical Center. The program featured a 7-story retail and restaurant mall, a 75,000 sf conference facility, a theater, multifamily housing, and a new 5-star hotel An oversized parking garage was also designed to support adjacent hospitals in need of additional capacity. Designed by Warren Johnson while a Principal at STG
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
MEDICAL CENTER COMPETITION
Houston, Texas
The Texas A&M University Medical Center campus plan was a competition entry to establish TAMU’s presence in the Texas Medical Center The program combined classrooms, faculty and conference space, housing, retail, dining, and a hotel converted from an existing bank. An oversized parking garage supported both campus needs and nearby hospitals, while a 5-story retail mall addressed a long-standing gap in the TMC Designed by Warren Johnson while a Principal at STG
PANIPAT WESTIN HOTEL & MIXED-USE CENTER
Panipat, India
The Panipat Westin Hotel is part of a larger retail mall and mixed-use center that includes community meeting rooms and a movie theatre, creating a dynamic environment Located near Panipat City in Haryana Province on a major road between Chandigarh and New Delhi, the hotel features 210 rooms/suites. It includes a small ballroom for regional events and a rooftop restaurant/café that offers views of New Delhi to the south
HONG KONG CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION
CENTRE, ATRIUM LINK EXTENSION
Hong Kong
In response to rising demand after HKCEC Phase 2, the Centre began a 2003 expansion adding three exhibition levels (19,400 sqm) between the original and Phase 2 buildings. Built without foundations over a reserved water channel, the structure spans 80 meters per floor. Completed in 2009, the extension integrates seamlessly with the existing design Project by Michael Pamatmat while a Senior Architectural Designer at WO Architects
Discovery Park features twelve 40-story residential towers atop a three-level retail podium The design accommodates a 30meter-wide nullah and a five-lane flyover, with a 43,000-sqm podium built around a shopping street above the nullah and towers overlooking a 10,000-sqm landscaped deck. Project by Michael Pamatmat while a Senior Architectural Designer at WO Architects
NORTH POINTE
Pflugerville, Texas
with office, City Hall, Convention Hotel, Convention Center and central lake with amphitheater
HOUSTON PAVILIONS
Houston, Texas
The Houston Pavilions is a three-block urban mixed use complex in downtown Houston, Texas. It includes a number of restaurants, retail, entertainment venues like a comedy club, dinner theatre and the House of Blues, The 22-story Laura Hotel, the 11-story Greenstreet office building and an 1000-car garage Designed as an inverted project, it has a continuous internal outdoor courtyard from Main street to Austin Steet The bridges over San Jacinto and Fannin Streets are iconic circular rotundas bringing light down to the street level walkways
WEST 8 MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT
Katy, Texas
A large conceptual master plan for a long-vacant site at Westheimer Road and Beltway 8 in Houston, Texas The goal was to transform the existing buildings into an integrated, walkable mixed-use community. Multiple schemes explored a ribbon of outdoor spaces connecting restaurants, multifamily over grocer, office, and hotel uses. The phased approach incorporated courtyards and quads, ensuring each phase functioned as a complete environment when built.
Project Description
PLAZA AMERICAS MALL RECONSTRUCTION
Houston, Texas
outdoor-oriented mixed-use development Because several parcels are not controlled by the mall owner, the design works around these areas while maximizing the highly trafficked location The plan focuses on bigbox retail where appropriate, a central Town Center, and multifamily wrap apartments that anchor the village and connect to additional retail wings. In many concepts, the existing 12-story Jewelry Center becomes the centerpiece of the redevelopment.
FULSHEAR VILLAGE
Fulshear, Texas
A mixed-use project on Main Street and Fifth Street in the vibrant growing suburb of Houston, Texas. On the five-acre site the retail, restaurant and office space is clustered around several 100year old live oaks The architectural style recalls some of the early Fulshear buildings
MIDWAY 200 PARK
College Station, Texas
A cluster of retail and restaurant buildings adjacent to faculty housing The 200 Park portion of the larger Century Square master plan is located adjacent to student housing, an office building and two hotels All within a walkable series of plazas and parks
This Sugar Land development envisioned a more urban town center with a central green and layers of hotel, office and retail development The central park is bracketed by two parking garages with retail and multifamily wrapping them This creates a walkable plan with three distinct urban forms: town center green, main street shopping district and individual multifamily and hotel bookends.
SUNSHINE VILLAGE
Pflugerville, Texas
This project, in Pflugerville, Texas at Dessau Road and Texas 130, aims to create a traditional mixed use central park with a new City Hall building, a “Main Street” shopping street and several other retail and restaurant clusters tied together by walkable promenades The scale is low (up to 4stories) and the buildings are close to one another giving the impression of a small “New Town” The site design included two hotels, an office building and access to an adjacent waterpark
Houston, Texas
The former Greenspoint Mall in north Houston was reimagined by turning stores outward, creating a central court with restaurants and a food hall, and transforming parking areas into a “Renaissance” theme. Designed by Warren Johnson while serving as Design Principal at HAA.
