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Kieran Wilmes

AIA, LEED AP BD+C, NCARB

Co-President, Chief Culture Officer

  • Bachelor of Science in Architecture, University of Maryland

Kieran has focused on educational design for the last three decades, managing and leading design teams on K-12 and collegiate projects throughout the region. Kieran brings his deep experience to all phases of project design and construction, working closely with clients and community groups from the outset to build consensus and establish expectations that inform the design process and ensure aspirational, effective and thoughtful outcomes.  He is passionate about engaging students and educators in the design process, understanding their unique perspective on learning, and how their experiences and insights can shape environments to help them thrive. This passion carries through to Kieran’s work in both K-12 and Higher Education settings: leading workshops, running outreach programs, and mentoring students.

Kieran brings a strong commitment to sustainability and has delivered many LEED-certified projects that successfully embody each client’s unique value system. He is active in A4LE (Association for Learning Environments) and is a Past-President of the Chesapeake Bay/Delaware Chapter.

When unplugged from work, Kieran enjoys recharging outside: biking, camping, and snowboarding - especially when it includes his kids.