SmithGroup

Overview

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm founded in 1853, with its headquarters in Detroit, Michigan. The company specializes in architecture, engineering, interior design, urban planning, and landscape architecture, serving various global markets including healthcare, higher education, and cultural institutions. With approximately 1,600 employees across 20 offices in the U.S. and international locations, SmithGroup is equipped to handle projects on six continents.

The firm offers a wide range of services, including civil, structural, and mechanical engineering, as well as specialized consulting in areas like sustainable design and historic preservation. SmithGroup focuses on delivering innovative solutions that address client challenges through a blend of artistry, technology, and research. Notable projects include the National Museum of the American Indian and the Denver Art Museum expansion. The firm is committed to promoting justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within its operations and the built environment.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +1 734-662-4457
• Website: smithgroup.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/smithgroup

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• architecture
• engineering
• planning
• interiors
• landscape architecture
• urban design
• historic preservation
• lighting design
• sustainable design
• lab planning
• workplace strategy
• acoustics
• vibration
• information & communications technology
• branded experience
• mobility
• complex solutions
• museum design
• multidisciplinary team
• adaptive reuse
• employee ownership model
• smart city planning
• multicultural design teams
• b2b
• structural engineering
• resilient design
• innovative construction methods
• environmental impact
• electrical engineering
• plumbing engineering
• collaborative practice
• project management
• healthcare
• urban planning
• mechanical engineering
• healthcare facilities
• waterfront planning
• integrated design approach
• future-focused architecture
• inclusive design strategies
• healthcare architecture
• government
• government buildings
• social impact projects
• higher education
• architectural services
• sustainable infrastructure
• services
• digital design tools
• heritage conservation
• civil engineering
• employee-owned
• public engagement in design
• heritage preservation
• public spaces
• waterfront development
• global design standards
• climate adaptation
• construction & real estate
• environmental consulting
• smart building technology
• educational facilities
• multinational organization
• advanced technologies
• research-driven architecture
• research and innovation
• resilient infrastructure
• climate-responsive design
• public sector projects
• client collaboration
• urban revitalization
• interior design
• cultural projects
• architectural design
• cultural institutions
• education
• consulting
• technological integration in design
• healthcare design
• fire protection engineering
• campus planning
• building enclosure consulting
• research lab planning
• mixed use development
• community engagement
• government projects
• senior living design
• mobility solutions
• data-driven design
• commercial interiors
• laboratory planning
• parks and recreation design
• community college planning
• coastal engineering
• behavioral health design
• multicultural spaces
• education facilities
• equity and inclusion
• transitional spaces
• visually engaging environments
• energy-efficient design
• strategic planning
• health strategy services
• public space design
• mixed-use planning
• client-centric design
• innovation in architecture
• transportation infrastructure
• market analysis in design
• client engagement workshops
• sustainability
• environmental services
• renewables & environment
• productivity
• health care
• health, wellness & fitness
• hospital & health care
• mechanical or industrial engineering
• education management
• design

Technologies Used

• Adobe Media Optimizer
• Amazon AWS
• Autodesk 3ds Max
• Cedexis Radar
• CrazyEgg
• Data Analytics
• Drupal
• Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Google Analytics
• Google Font API
• Google Tag Manager
• Grasshopper
• Linkedin Marketing Solutions
• MailChimp SPF
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office 365
• Mobile Friendly
• Nginx
• Outlook
• Procore
• Rackspace MailGun
• Remote
• Render
• Revit
• Slack
• SuccessFactors (SAP)
• Varnish
• Vimeo
• YouTube

Affiliated Organizations & Regional Branches