John Michael DeRichie III

Principal

Studio Director, Architecture

AIA, NCARB

John Michael DeRichie III

About

John DeRichie, a Principal at SOSH Architects, is a licensed architect with over 20 years of experience in architectural design. He holds a Master of Architecture degree from the University of Maryland at College Park and a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from Salisbury University. John began his career at SOSH Architects in 2000, where he quickly established himself as a key contributor to the firm’s success. His promotion to Principal in June 2019 reflects his dedication and the significant impact of his work. Throughout his tenure, John has served a variety of distinguished clientele, including some of the world’s leading gaming, hospitality, and entertainment companies. 

Renowned for his ability to translate the functional requirements of clients into innovative and aesthetically distinctive designs, John excels in developing conceptual ideas into fully realized structures. His commitment to building trusting relationships with clients and project teams has been the cornerstone of his professional success, ensuring that each project not only meets but exceeds client expectations.