The firm receives three awards for two projects – Clendenin Elementary School and Coopers Rock State Forest Stargazing Cabins. Charleston, W.Va. – During the West Virginia Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Annual Awards Gala and Scholarship Benefit on May 3, 2025, ZMM Architects and Engineers was recognized with three awards, which brings the firm’s number of awards received since 2005 to a total of 27, an achievement unrivaled in West Virginia. The AIA WV awards are re

Signal Hill Equity Partners expands architecture and engineering services platform focused on serving social infrastructure end markets Charleston, W.Va. – Signal Hill Equity Partners (“Signal Hill”), a middle-market private equity firm that invests in architecture, engineering, and consulting (“AEC”) and essential service businesses, is partnering with ZMM Architects and Engineers to grow a national architecture, engineering, and design platform previously established by an investment

We were honored to unveil our new Design Studio with more than 100 clients, collaborators, local leaders, and neighbors on February 20, 2025. Read more about the Open House and Ribbon Cutting in the MetroNews story below. Check out the Design Studio project page for more information about our new space and why it’s important to our employees, clients, and community. By Morgan Pemberton  CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Adam Krason, architect and principal for ZMM Architects and Engineers, s

“We show every single day why design is important.” In this interview for the Joe Justice Organization video series and podcast, our Director of Interior Design Carly Chapman shares why she’s passionate about the work we do at ZMM, how and why the firm is growing, and what makes us stand out. We care deeply about the everyday needs of all who experience the spaces we design and focus on how it’s going to work for them day-to-day. Check out this compelling and engaging interview w

Charleston, W.Va. – ZMM Architects and Engineers, the region’s premier architectural and engineering firm serving West Virginia, Virginia, and Ohio, is pleased to announce an important organizational shift to a senior leadership model. This move, which was effective January 1, 2025, marks a significant evolution in the firm’s leadership structure, transitioning from a traditional board of directors to an expanded senior leadership team focused on driving strategic growth. “We are proud o

ZMM Architects and Engineers is proud to announce the establishment of an endowed scholarship fund with a contribution of $120,000 to the Marshall University Foundation, aimed at supporting engineering students from West Virginia. The scholarship was unveiled Thursday, October 10, 2024 in the Brad D. Smith Foundation Hall Rotunda at Marshall University in Huntington. During the event, representatives from ZMM Architects and Engineers, Marshall University, and the Marshall University Foundation s

Recently on the Neighborgall Construction Company podcast, ZMM Principal and Architect David Ferguson, AIA, REFP, shared insights about the important role architects play in construction and how ZMM Architects and Engineers is building legacies across the state. David discusses the origins of his passion for the architecture industry and how his dedication to helping clients and bringing projects to life continues to drive him today. Check out the full episode.

The impact of ZMM on the state shared during the WV Chamber’s Business Summit At the recent West Virginia Chamber of Commerce Business Summit, Adam Krason, Architect, Accredited Learning Environment Planner, and Principal at ZMM Architects and Engineers, took the stage to share a compelling narrative about the firm’s journey and impact on our state. During the panel discussion on businesses that have shaped West Virginia, Adam reflected on ZMM’s history of innovation and success, empha

Interns at ZMM Architects and Engineers (ZMM) are gaining real-world experience by working collaboratively with fellow interns and professional staff. The seventeen students are seeing their classroom knowledge come to life in projects that benefit communities across the region. Our interns support operations across the firm in our Charleston, WV and Blacksburg, VA offices. The interns represent eight institutions including California Baptist University, Fairmont State University, Marshall Unive