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We are a seasoned collective of architects, brand strategists and creative thinkers, working across design disciplines, beyond the expected, to inspire greater engagement and impact in the places we come together.
An architecture firm since 1989, we have always understood the power of the built environment. We are passionate about bringing the disciplines of architecture and branding together to create more immersive spaces for our clients.
At the heart of everything we do is the desire to create something that resonates, restores, reflects and recharges. Our drive is to work with our clients, partners and collaborators, to use design to create greater opportunities and access in the arts, education, and for community services and resources that enhance and improve people’s lives.
Bringing broad-based design thinking to create more dynamic experiences and deliver greater impact in our public spaces and communities.
Creating environments that reflect the character and passion of the people they serve.
Designing creative assets that inform, inspire and build meaningful bonds through intensive research, enterprising collaboration and fearless design.
2023 National Planning Award for Planning Excellence
Project | The Cody Rouge & Warrendale YOUTH-CENTRIC Neighborhood Framework
ASLA Potomac
Project | Frederick Douglass Park
ENR MidAtlantic 2019 Best Projects
Project | Audi Field
2019 Washington Business Journal
Project | Audi Field
2019 Washington Business Journal
Project | Entertainment And Sports Arena
2019 Washington Business Journal
Project | Entertainment And Sports Arena
2019 DCBIA Annual Achievement Awards
Project | Entertainment And Sports Arena
2019 Sports Travel Awards
Project | Entertainment And Sports Arena
ENR MidAtlantic
Project | Horace Mann Elementary
American Society of Landscape Architects
Project | DC Water Tower
National Organization of Minority Architects
Project | University of the District of Columbia Student Center
Washington Business Journal
Team Member: Michael Marshall
Graphic Design USA
Project | Cornerstones Brand Identity
Engineering News Record
Project | UDC Student Center
Urban Land Institute
Project | UDC Student Center, Finalist
Graphic Design USA
Project | DCPS Calendar
SmartCEO Magazine
Team Member: Michael Marshall (Finalist)
Washington Business Journal
Team Member: Michael Marshall
DANDI Awards for Diversity and Inclusion
Firm | MMD
Graphic Design USA
Project | Dockr Product Design
AIA
Project | Howard Theatre
International Design Awards Competition
Project | Dockr Product Design
National Organization of Minority Architects
Project | Helsinki Library
Washington Building Congress
Project | Howard Theatre
Uptown Professional Magazine
Project | Howard Theatre
DC Historic Preservation Office and Office of Planning
Project | Howard Theater
American Institute of Architects
Project | Howard Theater
National Organization of Minority Architects
Project | Rio World Cup Pavilion
American Institute of Architects – DC Award
Project | Howard Theater
Forrec and The American Society of Illustrators
Project | Chimelong International Competition
City Paper
Project | City Vista
Graphic Design USA
Project | Chuck Brown Memorial, Branding
International Design Awards
Project | Howard Theatre
National Organization of Minority Architects
Project | Horace Mann Elementary School
National Housing & Rehabilitation Association
Project | Howard Theatre
American Institute of Architects – DC Chapter
Project | Howard Theatre
Graphic Design USA
Project | Howard Theater Identity and Promotional Marketing
National Organization of Minority Architects
Project | Urban Plan for IDP
National Organization of Minority Architects
Project | UDC Student Center
National Organization of Minority Architects
Project | Rock Creek Residence
National Organization of Minority Architects
Project | Rock Creek Residence