Max Pastore is an Associate Principal at Code Studio. His approach to urban design and planning is informed by his experience collaborating with diverse communities within complex settings across the country. Max has always been drawn to evolving urban places to maximize equitable and sustainable outcomes. His experience includes working with private and public sector clients on zoning rewrite and urban design projects across a variety of scales. Outside of work, Max designed, permitted, and managed the construction of his own accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in his DC backyard. The side project continues to inspire Max to make zoning more accessible and intuitive.

Max has a Master of Community Planning from the University of Maryland at College Park. He also received a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Maryland at College Park.