SMMA’s Jonathan Merin featured in Bisnow’s “Reopening the Workplace”

Harvey Perform/Gorham Manufacturing Facility Earlier this month, SMMA’s Corporate & Commercial Studio Leader Jonathan Merin had the opportunity to participate as a panelist in Bisnow’s most recent webinar, titled “Reopening the Workplace: Leadership’s Role in Fostering New Social Norms as Workplaces Reopen.” Bisnow seeks to connect tenants, landlords, brokers, investors, architects, general contractors, engineers, and

SMMA Round-Up 2020: Promotions and Accomplishments

As 2020 comes to a close, we are proud to announce our latest promotions. The following individuals have shown exceptional skill, professionalism, and leadership.  SMMA’s Newest Associates and Senior Associates:  Charles Gibson; Associate  Kevin Moore; Associate  Kristin Norwood; Associate  Kevin Stevenson; Associate  Alyssa Tompkins; Associate  Sarah Traniello; Associate  Jean Wang; Associate   Brian Black; Senior Associate 

SMMA Welcomes Lab Planner Natasha Pirman

SMMA is proud to announce that Natasha Pirman, Ph.D., has joined the firm.   Dr. Pirman will help lead the firm’s laboratory planning efforts in the Life Science market. Her background in biochemistry and firsthand experience working in various research laboratories, coupled with her recent experience in architecture, has provided her with a unique perspective

Poinelli Appointed Chair of the Board for the A4LE

SMMA’s Philip J. Poinelli, FAIA, ALEP, has recently been appointed as Chair to the global Board of Directors of the Association for Learning Environments (A4LE). An active member since 2007, Phil’s previous roles in the organization have included Vice President of the Northeast Region, Regional President-Elect, Regional President, and Regional Immediate Past President. In 2012,

Matt Rice Receives ALEP Accreditation

SMMA Principal Matthew Rice recently received the Accredited Learning Environments Planner (ALEP) designation, a mark of excellence developed to reflect the knowledge, skills, and abilities of a competent educational facility planner. The ALEP credential is designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance, and identify those in the educational environment industry who demonstrate the knowledge

SMMA’s Phil Poinelli, FAIA, ALEP, featured in Learning By Design Magazine

An article by SMMA’s Phil Poinelli, FAIA, ALEP, was featured in Learning By Design Magazine’s Fall 2020 issue. The article, titled, “The Path Forward: Addressing Our Triple Pandemic,” discusses the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic crisis, the ongoing pandemic of racial injustice, and their impact on learning environments.  “The three pandemics present a sense

Kelly Sanborn Promoted to Project Manager

Kelly Sanborn was recently promoted to a Project Manager at SMMA.   Sanborn began her career at SMMA as an intern in 2014. She continued as an architect after graduating from Roger Williams University, first with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and later with a Master’s of Architecture. After four years with the firm, she

Aimee Schefano Honored with IIDA New England 2020 Distinguished Merit Award

Earlier this summer, the New England Chapter of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA NE) held their Annual Meeting and Volunteer Recognition event. As part of the celebration, SMMA Associate and Interior Designer Aimee Schefano was recognized for her work within IIDA NE and honored with the 2020 Distinguished Merit Award.  Aimee has been involved

Anthony Jimenez Joins ACE of Greater Boston’s Board of Directors

Anthony Jimenez is an Associate and Electrical Engineer at SMMA. In addition to his project work, he has been involved in the ACE Mentorship program since his first year at the firm in 2013. He was recently invited to join ACE of Greater Boston’s Board of Directors.  The ACE Mentorship Program provides free afterschool programming,

Michael Dowhan Inducted into Leadership Rhode Island’s 2020 Cohort

SMMA’s Michael Dowhan, Senior Associate and Senior Landscape Architect, leads business development and expansion for the firm’s Rhode Island market. Last year, Michael was inspired to apply to Leadership Rhode Island (LRI) and was inducted into the 2020 cohort for their Core Program in January. Leadership Rhode Island is an organization that creates and supports

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