Paul England is a senior director of design solutions with SNA Displays. He works with artists, designers, architects, consultants, and content creators on a variety of initiatives, including technology training and project design. A veteran in the AV and digital signage industries, Paul is a Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) and a master-level Certified Professional Training Management (CPTM) specialist. He also holds a private pilot certificate and is a 2d Lt. in the Civil Air Patrol in addition to being an MU1 in the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
As Senior Director of Design Solutions, I’m very fortunate that my role at SNA Displays allows me to stay close to some of the artists, designers, and architects that provide beauty and meaning to our industry. I’m also fortunate that my company supports the work of these people and firms through membership organizations, sponsorships, company & personal profiles, collaborations, and other promotional work. (On that note, hit me up if you’d like to work together!)
One avenue SNA Displays supports artists — and supports supporters of artists! — is through CODAworx. This is a great organization that provides a platform for creative professionals to showcase their work. They also help connect these folks to commissioned opportunities. We’ve worked with CODAworx for years at conferences, other events, and even get to provide scholarships that allow artists to attend the annual CODAsummit.
CODAzine and the Interviews Series
CODAzine is CODAworx’ online magazine created to deliver news to the global public art industry and cover stories, projects, and ideas that shape public art. Earlier this year, CODAzine began publishing a new interview series—aptly called Interviews—in which they will profile artists and other creators.
We are delighted to partner with CODAworx to sponsor this series, and I personally can’t wait to see who they’ll profile. (See below for the first installment!)
From CODAworx:
This article series shines a light on creatives who work at the intersection of technology, placemaking, and public art, influencing our culture and environment with cutting-edge technology, visionary design, and important messaging. Common threads include:
- Raising awareness about environmental and social issues
- Teaching their audience about the power of innovation and creativity
- Contributing to healing and hospitality environments
- Fostering community engagement and pride
- Transforming public spaces with commissioned art that enhances where we live, work, and play
First Up – Ferdi Alıcı
The first of CODAzine’s 2025 Interviews series features Ferdi Alıcı, an artist, director, and co-founder of OUCHHH, a pioneer of data-paintings and sculptures. His studio is absolutely incredible, and his Q&A is a great way to kick off this series. Not only does OUCHHH integrate art, science, and technology into public spaces, but their work has reached outer space as well!
Check it out! CODAzine Interviews: Ferdi Alıcı
Second Interview – Susan Narduli
Los Angeles-based artist and architect Susan Narduli sat down with CODAworx to discuss her inspiration, creative process, and plans for the future in this second installment of the CODAzine Interviews series. Narduli Studio blends visual and media arts with architecture, landscape, and urban design, exploring how technology shapes our experiences of space and storytelling. The work Susan and her team has done is simply mesmerizing.
Please enjoy this continuing series at CODAzine Interviews: Susan Narduli
Third Interview – Nancy Hou and Josh de Sousa
For the August edition of CODAzine Interviews, Nancy Hou and Josh de Sousa from Hou de Sousa discuss how they do what they do, where they derive inspiration, and what they have in store for the future. The award-winning New York-based studio takes a multi-disciplinary approach to crafting beautiful architectural installations and eye-catching sculptures. The results speak for themselves.
Dive in! CODAzine Interviews: Hou de Sousa
Fourth Interview – Harriet Lumby and Alan Hayes
November 2025’s CODAzine Interviews series featured This is Loop | Public Art Studio — the collaborative artistic partnership of artists Harriet Lumby and Alan Hayes. This interview highlights Lumby and Hayes’ immersive, large-scale installations that blend technology, art, and architecture to transform spaces; their creative process and collaborations with cities and partners; and their focus on durability, sustainability, and the social impact of public art.
Read more. CODAzine Interviews: This is Loop
Fifth Interview – Kelly Nunes
In January 2026, CODAworks interviewed Montreal-based multidisciplinary artist Kelly Nunes, whose background includes scenic design and multimedia direction. The article covers interesting topics like creating responsive environments; combining architecture, scenography, and technology; and crafting story narratives.
Tune in! CODAzine Interviews: Kelly Nunes.
Sixth Interview – Ivan Toth Depeña
In February of 2026, CODAworks say down with Ivan Toth Depeña, an award-winning interdisciplinary artist who often works in the public art world. In this interview, Depeña emphasizes his cross-disciplinary creative approach of blending art, design, technology, and architecture to shape immersive public installations. He also discusses his focus on audience interaction and contextual responsiveness in site-specific work and his reflections on balancing artistic vision with practical, social, and technological considerations.