• Licensed Professional Engineer: Alabama, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin
• LEED BD+C Accredited

Scott spearheaded the creation of Arium’s engineering department in 2005. He is responsible for all engineering projects, management, and the daily operations of the firm.

He brings a deep wealth of design experience to engineering a diverse set of projects, including SCIF, commercial office, laboratory, healthcare, retail, and educational facilities.

His engineering approach emphasizes whole-building integration and elegant yet simple design solutions that are user-friendly and environmentally responsible. Scott’s holistic approach towards building system design leads to long-term sustainable solutions with realistic maintenance schedules throughout the life of the facility.

In his free time, Scott enjoys hiking and camping with his family as well as geocaching. He coaches Youth Robotics and Soccer teams and is the President of the Freedom District Lions Club.

• Registered Architect: Alabama, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia
• NCARB Certified

Brian is a Principal at Arium and has over 18 years of experience assisting clients on program-driven projects with unique and mission-critical requirements. Throughout his career, Brian has developed a keen interest in understanding unique client needs and has enjoyed leading project teams in the implementation of visionary workflow methodologies within evolving workplaces.

As an expert in building information modeling (BIM) and a staunch advocate for integrated design, Brian was a strategic hire for Arium in 2012. He brings a keen sense of leadership to the team and a sophisticated understanding of current trends and longstanding design principles influencing the built environment. Throughout his career, Brian has conducted extensive post-graduation research on the social workplace, knowledge sharing, and BIM. He has led numerous award-winning design teams and has been an invited speaker across the U.S. and abroad.

An Eagle Scout, Brian is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys exploring the nearby woods and streams at every chance he gets.

“The contrast of old and new, the accumulated concentration of the most significant elements of various periods gone by, even if they are fragmentary reminders of them, will in time produce a landscape whose depth no one period can equal.”

— Kevin Lynch, What Time Is This Place

• Registered Architect: Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia
• NCARB Certified
• LEED Green Associate

Stephanie joined Arium in May 2000 with a strong background in commercial and institutional projects.

As an architect with more than 20 years of architectural design experience, she manages and designs a range of projects including commercial office and retail space, SCIF, healthcare, and educational. Stephanie also takes a lead position in the new employee training programs and developing and maintaining the firm’s technical and CAD standards.

Her approach to design is to listen to her client’s needs and then incorporate that vision into a cohesive design scheme. She especially enjoys the challenge that adaptive reuse brings: taking an empty office or warehouse and transforming it to a charter school, or renovating the abandoned big box retail building to be a new multi-tenanted town center.

Out of the office, Stephanie juggles a busy family life with her husband, and three children who are active in school and sports. And while Pittsburgh will always be her “home town,” living in Maryland is a return to her family’s roots.

Stefanie is a Senior Associate at Arium and has been part of the team since 2002. During this time she has been involved in all aspects of the design process, from obtaining initial requirements to the final walkthrough of projects.

She has more than 10 years of experience collaborating with clients to create their optimal working environment. She has designed and managed a variety of projects, including business and medical office facilities, SCIF, retail, education, and warehouses.

Her matter-of-fact approach creates efficient and harmonious spaces. Clients appreciate her cheerful and attentive personality which contributes to completing projects in a timely and cooperative manner.

Outside of the office, Stefanie enjoys reading, sewing, and knitting various crafts with her kids. She also loves spending time with her family exploring the country’s national parks.

• Professional Engineer

Greg joined Arium in 2011, adding an experienced electrical designer to the firm’s growing engineering team.

He brings six years of mechanical and electrical design experience covering a variety of projects, including residences, shopping centers and retail, restaurants, schools, healthcare facilities, and SCIFs.

His goal is to create elegant designs that meet the aesthetic needs of the client as well as provide energy efficient solutions and improve building functionality. Lighting directly influences one's perception of a space, and he works closely with the architect to ensure the client achieves the ideal architectural vision through lighting.

In his free time, Greg enjoys spending time with his family, BBQing on the weekends, and rooting for the Baltimore Ravens and Maryland Terrapins.

• NCIDQ, ASID: Licensed in the District of Columbia

Samantha has been working in the interior design field since 1998. Her portfolio includes high-end residential, model homes, student housing, community clubhouses, pool houses, multi-family spaces (renovation & new build), and sales and leasing offices.

Samantha interned at a high-end residential firm during college. After graduation, she spent eight years at a design firm that focused on model home design. Samantha then moved to a firm with a primary focus in residential, model home, and commercial design, where she spent 14 years before coming to Arium.

Samantha enjoys traveling both nationally and internationally with friends and family. She has been to 40 different states and hopes to see the last 10 soon. She is constantly working on home projects or building furniture, and she enjoys watching movies and MCFC soccer games curled up on the couch with her two rescue dogs and husband.

Olivia is an Architectural Designer at Arium and assists the architectural team across all design phases. After deciding engineering wasn’t quite the right fit, Olivia graduated with a degree in architecture. She brings to the table an insatiable curiosity and motivation to learn. She gained experience in Revit, AutoCAD, Sketchup, and numerous rendering software through college.

• Society of Women in Engineering Member

Wendy Wallace Franco is a Senior Electrical Designer with more than 15 years of experience in electrical power distribution systems and lighting design. Her projects have included government, medical, and commercial facilities, including facility condition assessments, new construction, and renovations for private and government clients. Clients have included the Department of Veterans Affairs, National Park Services, and water and wastewater agencies. Her work experience includes design documentation and construction phase services, building construction, new tenant fit-out, office renovations, and projects with Gold LEED and Green Globes certification. Wendy has a diverse educational background with studies in Physics and Mathematics.

Outside of work, Wendy enjoys spending time with her family. She also enjoys working on new projects. She is passionate about empowering younger generations to realize their full potential and hopes they will encourage others to do the same. Wendy plans to one day apply her knowledge to help developing countries and their citizens have better access to resources that will improve their quality of life.

Bill has a dual position at Arium. As Business Development Director, Bill promotes Arium’s capabilities as the firm continues to expand across the Mid-Atlantic region. As a Senior Associate, he utilizes his two decades of industry experience and client relations to manage projects for a repeat client base.

For the past 16 years at the firm, Bill has used his diverse background in architectural design, construction, and business development to grow and maintain a loyal and significant client base. Bill has focused his career on building strong client relationships and ensuring the highest level of satisfaction from project inception through completion. His portfolio consists of a wide range of project types, including program-driven design in commercial offices, corporate headquarters, public space renovation, retail development, industrial facilities, SCIF design, higher education, and public sector infrastructure.

Bill lives in Ellicott City, Maryland, and has family in both the Baltimore and Pittsburgh areas. He enjoys spending his free time with his two children, John and Ella, traveling with his family to historical sites, and cheering for his favorite sports teams (at risk of losing clients he will refrain from declaring specifics).

Eric joined Arium in February 2009. He is well versed in HVAC and plumbing design and has a substantial amount of electrical design experience as well.

Eric has more than 18 years of experience in mechanical and electrical drafting and mechanical and plumbing design across a diverse project portfolio.

Will joined Arium’s Architectural studio in 2022. He assists with multiple phases of the design process, including field surveys, schematic design, design development, and construction documents.

A recent college graduate, Will brings Arium a fresh perspective on architectural design and a willingness to learn more. He gained experience in college with hand drafting, 3D physical modeling, AutoCAD, Sketchup, and other rendering software for a variety of educational, mixed-use, and commercial projects.

In his free time, Will enjoys traveling, hiking, and going out to new places with friends. At home, he enjoys watching shows or playing video games surrounded by his dogs.

• LEED® Green Associate TM

Poshya joins Arium AE as a Project Manager, responsible for overseeing multiple projects and providing technical support across various assignments. She is an architectural designer with over ten years of expertise across diverse project types, including mixed-use developments, multifamily housing, healthcare, education, and retail spaces. Her strengths lie in developing innovative design solutions, leading project teams, and mentoring junior designers.

Driven by innovation and creativity, she finds designing building elevations to be one of her favorite aspects of architecture, as it draws heavily on her art and design background. Her skills in form, color, texture, composition, and balance have consistently enhanced her architectural projects, allowing her to create cohesive and visually compelling designs that are functional, useful, and affordable.

Poshya holds a master’s degree in interior architecture from Marywood University and a bachelor’s in art & design from Salahaddin University in Erbil, Kurdistan, where she graduated with top honors. She was awarded a full scholarship to continue her graduate studies abroad, which led her to the U.S. in 2013 to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming an architect. Poshya has also served as an adjunct architecture and art history professor, is a certified LEED® Green Associate, and is working toward obtaining her architecture license.

Beyond architecture, Poshya is an artist who has exhibited internationally. A recipient of numerous awards, she was invited to exhibit during the Olympics for Art and Culture in London in 2012. She also loves cooking Kurdish food and hosting gatherings, and she has a passion for exploring, whether it’s visiting museums, discovering architectural landmarks, hiking, or camping. You’ll often find her biking with her husband and two children on local park trails.

Nina joined the electrical engineering team in March of 2021.

She brings 8 years of electrical engineering experience covering a variety of projects including private/government agencies, educational facilities, laboratories, transportation facilities, hazardous classified sewer pump stations, and commercial buildings

Nina’s goal for each project is to provide a code-compliant and latest industry-standard design. She enjoys providing clients a range of options to meet their specific needs.

With a passion for photography and videography, Nina enjoys capturing and celebrating people in their natural element.

In her free time, she binges on educational articles, videos, and podcasts.

• Notary Public

Filled with positive energy and attention to detail, Leah will welcome your visit or call to Arium with a smile. Leah serves as the company liaison for troubleshooting inquiries and concerns and is equipped with a specific focus on customer service.

Integrating an eclectic conglomeration of office experience, she is well versed in marketing, accounting, advertising, bookkeeping, and human resources.

Leah incorporates a very general philosophy into all things specific – “Just be nice, and everything else will take care of itself!”

Always enjoying a challenge and supporting charity where she can, Leah hopes to continue competing in annual races such as "Tough Mudder” and “Warrior Dash.” As a licensed Certified Pool Operator, she volunteers her summertime evenings to help manage her community pool, and offers her services to the Wilde Lake Swim Team whenever possible. Leah strives to bike, roller blade, walk, or engage in any activity she can to stay outside!

• Registered Architect: Maryland

Pete joined Arium in February of 2023. He brings over 20 years of architectural experience, including design, detailing, construction administration, space planning, and project management. His expertise covers various project types, including retail, medical, educational, automotive, restaurants, and fitness centers, as well as religious, municipal, and government facilities. Pete has successfully managed new construction and renovation projects, including commercial, residential, and mixed-use. His building code knowledge and construction detail problem-solving skills make him a great asset to Arium’s new construction studio.

Pete studied at the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. He is a registered architect in Maryland and will soon receive his Virginia licensing. In his free time, Pete enjoys relaxing with a good book, playing soccer, and embarrassing his kids.

• Professional Registered Engineer License (Saint Lucia)
• Association of Professional Engineers of Saint Lucia (APESL), APESL President (2019 – 2021)
• Association Memberships - ASHRAE, ICC, USGBC
• National Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Association (of Saint Lucia)
• St. Lucia Bureau of Standards (SLBS) - Technical Committee Member

Örjan, who prefers to be called Joe, is a senior mechanical engineer with twenty years of experience designing mechanical (HVAC), plumbing, and piping systems. He also conducts on-site mechanical surveys, EnergyStar and DOEE third-party verifications, and peer reviews. Joe has been a professor for seven years, teaching AutoCAD and Onshape at the beginner’s level, plumbing, and duct fabrication. Currently, he is working towards obtaining his Professional Engineer license in the U.S., completing his master's program, and acquiring Project Management Certification.

Joe's areas of expertise cover various project types, including commercial offices, retail, banks, hotels, healthcare, government and mission-critical facilities, educational institutions, and entertainment venues. He aims to contribute to a healthy work environment, be an active team member, enhance client satisfaction, and utilize his diverse background to broaden the firm’s knowledge base.

Joe's commitment to work-life balance is evident in his personal pursuits. When not at work, he enjoys spending time with his kids, traveling, sampling local cuisine, playing soccer, writing, and is an avid VR gamer.

Sam brings over 10 years of engineering mechanical design experience on a variety of projects such as offices, commercial renovation/tenant work, retail and condominiums/apartments.

Sam enjoys playing basketball and the outdoors. He also has a special interest in National Geographic’s 'How Things Work'. He also loves to explore new places and learn their culture.

Don is referred to as the in-house permit expediter, staying current on the ever-changing permitting processes in the various regional jurisdictions and is key player in Arium’s commitment to providing our clients with an efficient and expeditious permitting process. He joined Arium as a summer intern in 2007 and became a full-time employee in May 2008.

He brings more than six years of architectural design experience in project management, space planning, and field surveys in commercial office, warehouse, and retail spaces.

When Don has free time he enjoys home improvement shows, participating in televised game shows, and rooting for his beloved “Washimore RavSkin” football teams.

• Licensed Architect: Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, District of Columbia, Delaware, Pennsylvania
• NCARB Certified
• LEED AP

As a design team leader, Steve helps guide the comprehensive Arium team of designers in realizing the goals, hopes, and dreams of Arium’s clients.

He began his career as a carpenter working on private commercial projects while attending college for architecture. He learned an appreciation for the many rugged and independent craftspeople who make up the construction industry and enjoyed having a hands-on role in creating the built environment. After becoming a licensed architect, he co-founded Arium in 1988, continuing to work in the private commercial arena, bringing his hands-on understanding of construction to every Arium project. He maintains his love of working with the rugged and independent craftsmen and women of the construction industry, as well as with clients and consultants.

When you don't find Steve boots-on-the-ground, in the office, or at a construction site, you'll probably find him in the water. His passions are open-water swimming, sailing, and kayaking in one of three wooden kayaks he's built.

• Assoc. AIA

Torsten utilizes a full range of drafting and modeling software platforms to assist Arium in its efforts to mold a more perfect built environment. From interior tenant fit outs for commercial offices and warehouses to new exterior entry and façade improvements, Torsten works on a variety of projects.

Prior to Arium, Torsten developed professional experience through several internships for a Washington DC based developer focusing on restaurant and retail design. In addition, he gained experience in residential design and construction working for a small architectural firm.

From a young age, the importance of time management and organization was impressed upon Torsten. His focus on completion of tasks and precision, coupled with a fresh perspective on the environment and world around us, adds a great deal of value to the Arium studio.

Having been born and raised in Gaithersburg, Maryland and attending The German School in Washington DC, Torsten has a devout love for soccer. He played competitively throughout college and achieved numerous accolades both on and off the field. He’s a dedicated fan of the Baltimore Ravens, Baltimore Orioles, Washington Capitals, and Washington Wizards.

• LEED AP BD+C

Having joined the firm in October 1994, Madeline has been a member of the Arium team for 20+ years. She brought with her a strong background in institutional projects. As an associate, she designs and manages a broad range of projects, including commercial corporate office space, building common areas, SCIF, training centers, medical suites, laboratories, dormitories, restaurants, and higher education.

Madeline enjoys working with both new and repeat clients. She manages design services for a large local developer with more than two million square feet of multi-story and single story flex office buildings.

Serving as both an architectural and interior designer, Madeline is particularly sensitive to the full range of her clients' needs and works to incorporate their vision into a cohesive design scheme.

Madeline likes to give back to the community. She initiated an Arium denim day, where, once a month, money is raised for a local charity. She has also organized annual food and toy drives. In her free time, Madeline spends time with her sports-oriented family. They enjoy cheering on the Baltimore Ravens and Maryland Terrapins, following football, basketball, soccer, and lacross. Madeline is an assistant coach for her youngest son’s soccer team. They also enjoy camping in Ohiopyle.

Kristin joined Arium in 2016 and has become instrumental across all aspects of the architectural design process. Through her past experience working for a design/build firm that focused on high-end residential, Kristin developed a strong sense for how spaces interact as well as how occupants interact with the space.

Kristin’s approach towards design requires that in order for a space to be considered successful it can’t just be beautiful, it has to work. With this in mind she is able to listen to a clients’ desires and then create an environment that exceeds visual expectations while anticipating future needs.

During the weekend you can find her curled up with a book or baking something to satisfy her sweet tooth. She also spends time writing her own fictional stories and hopes to one day have a novel or two published.

Jhulini is an Architectural Senior Designer. A native of Brazil, she brings with her a unique international vision that allows her to see and apply architecture from multiple perspectives. Her motivation comes from the idea that architecture can positively effects everyone’s daily life for the better. She works across all phases of the architectural design process, from field surveys to Construction Documents.

Jhulini has worked with architecture since high school in a part time position as a drafter. While working for a multinational architectural glass company, she gained immense experience with national and international glass specification. She received her degree in Architectural and Urbanism in 2017 from the University of Guarulhos. As soon as she finished college, she moved to the United States in a search for new challenges and experiences. Jhulini believes that in front of every challenge there is an opportunity for professional growth.

During Jhulini’s free time, she enjoys traveling to new places, cooking Brazilian cuisine, spending time with her family and friends, and enjoying the soccer games of her favorite team “Corinthians” (Brazil).

• NCIDQ

Kelly is a Senior Project Manager and Interior Designer at Arium. She will be focused on growing the firm’s Northern Virginia presence. She has been an Interior Designer since 2005, primarily working in workplace design. Her work has been direct with the client and with landlords for tenant and amenity projects, varying from very small to large (2,000 – 150,000 SF). As most clients are planning or renovating their workplace for the first time, Kelly enjoys helping them navigate the design and construction process while helping to showcase their brand and culture within their space.

Kelly believes in open communication between team members and encouraging young employees’ growth and development. She enjoys the opportunity to mentor younger employees. “We all started with no knowledge, and helping others grow reminds me how much I have learned and how much I have yet to learn,” explains Kelly.

Kelly’s hobbies include video and board gaming. She also dabbles in various creative hobbies and often wanders to a new art or back to an old one as inspiration strikes her. Though she doesn’t travel often, sunny Miami and beautiful Montreal have been the most memorable, and she’d love to visit Iceland in the future. Kelly resides with a demanding, fluffy orange-and-white cat.

Luis is one of the founding members of the engineering department and has been a practicing design professional since 1996. His focus is on plumbing design, and he is involved in the entire engineering process.

He has extensive expertise in both REVIT and AutoCAD and enjoys taking a project from concept to survey though design to construction.

Luis enjoys playing and coaching soccer, playing the guitar and cooking Portuguese cuisine.

Shamar joined Arium AE’s design studio in 2024. He is a recent architecture graduate from Morgan State University, currently pursuing his master’s degree, and has had the opportunity to work on several mixed-use and community-centric design projects. At Arium, he assists with various project phases, including field surveys, test fits, design development, and construction documentation. His expertise in using AutoCAD, Sketchup, and Revit has proven to be an asset to the team.

Shamar's design approach focuses on community-centered design, prioritizing adaptability, flexibility, sustainability, and cultural sensitivity. He believes that architecture can be a powerful tool for positive societal impact.

Shamar indulges in his passion for music by strumming his guitar and playing the piano during his free time. He also loves the thrill of go-kart racing as he speeds around the track. When he wants a bit of excitement with his friends, he plays a round of paintball, strategizing and maneuvering through the obstacles to emerge victorious.

Emily is responsible for the financial tasks of the company and helps by processing accounts receivable, accounts payable, analyzing G/L’s, and assisting with the budget.

In the past, she’s worked for both a public accounting firm and a government contractor completing audits, compiling financial statements and putting together account reconciliations.

Emily strives to ensure Arium’s front desk is a happy place.

In her free time, you can find Emily watching her favorite sports teams, listening to music or enjoying quality time with friends and family.

Marjorie is a Senior Mechanical Designer at Arium. She aspires to be a great addition to the team, learn and grow in her career, and mentor younger engineers. In her seven years in mechanical engineering and plumbing design, focusing on the commercial, healthcare, and educational sectors, she’s enjoyed developing project-specific design solutions to meet clients’ needs. “No project is the same, and every client’s needs are unique for each project, so I should always have my ‘A’ game on,” explains Marjorie.

Marjorie enjoys playing the guitar, watching movies, and listening to good music. She lived in Beijing, China, for four years and considers it her 2nd home, but she would also love to see more of the world. She has a long list of places she would love to visit and hopes to check them off one vacation at a time.

Mary has a 34-year career history in the hotel hospitality market before joining the team at Arium in 2021. Her career started as an Administrative Assistant in sales, leading to a Sales Manager position in several Baltimore hotels. In addition, Mary was active in many professional organizations, such as Baltimore-Washington Business Travel Association, where she was Chapter President twice. She has been recognized with industry awards internally and within the tourism community throughout her career, including the Hospitality Person of the Year from the Maryland Tourism Council.

Mary has been very fortunate in her professional life to have benefited from working with so many amazing people from all walks of life. It has taught her that showing kindness and being approachable and friendly is the key to endless possibilities.

Mary is the mother of two adult children, and the light of her life is her grandson. She was lucky enough to travel to many places because of her hotel career (free rooms) with her first trip overseas to Iceland. She has also visited Hungary, Slovakia, and Austria. During her downtime, she spends time reading, cross-stitching, sewing, and binge-watching TV, something she learned how to do during the Covid lockdown. Of course, spending time with her family and friends is at the top of Mary’s list.

• Registered Architect: Maryland
• NCARB Certified

As one of the founders of Arium in 1988, Timothy has utilized his unique education and employment background to grow the firm. In addition to the expected degree in architecture, he holds master's degrees in both business and planning. This unique combination, applied over the past 30 years as an architect, provides Tim with a unique perspective in providing reasonable and code-compliant solutions.

Previous work experiences as an estimator and project engineer at Whiting-Turner Contracting Company and as a city planner for Baltimore City have provided Tim with a special awareness of construction issues.

While he has won numerous awards for his design work, his greatest strengths are in creating a positive project environment through close coordination of the design disciplines, creative innovation in the face of complex problems, and extremely broad-ranging skills.

Tim is very active locally, but his world travels allow him to think globally. To date, he has set foot in 49 different states and more than 70 countries.

Colin is an original member of the team hired to create Arium’s engineering department. He has special interest in providing budget-minded and energy-efficient solutions.

He has vast experience in complex projects including commercial buildings, hospitals, pump stations, data centers, and restaurants. Colin has more than 20 years in experience designing lighting, power distribution, and fire alarm systems for new or renovated building projects.

Colin enjoys playing table tennis during the winter months and softball cricket during the summer. He loves travelling in the Caribbean.

Cynthia joined the Arium team as Marketing Director in June of 2021. Cynthia leads Arium’s multi-channel marketing efforts and aids in project pursuits. She works closely with the Principals to support the firm’s continued growth and dedication to its growing base of repeat clients.

Cynthia has spent the last 25 years in the marketing industry promoting professional services, with the past nine years specialization in Architecture & Engineering. With a background in design, she brings to Arium an extensive knowledge in brand development and marketing strategy. Cynthia recently served on the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Maryland Board of Directors and is currently supporting SMPS' national programming needs on the 50th Anniversary Task Force.

Cynthia is a proud alumnus of Moore College of Art and Design in Philadelphia, the first and only historically visual arts college for women in the nation. She enjoys creating art in her spare time, such as painting, crafting, and jewelry making. Cynthia also lends her creative talents to her local church in support of various outreach programs. Married to a designer, with one teenager and two dogs, she enjoys spending time with her family.

Yedda is a member of the engineering department and has a background in HVAC and industrial controls.

She brings over 10 years of engineering design experience covering a variety of projects including office, industrial and healthcare facilities.

In her free time, Yedda enjoys running, snowboarding, tae kwon do and spending time with her family.

With over 20 years in the electrical design field, Thomas brings a great depth of expertise across a variety of project types to the Arium team. Thomas’ experience includes lighting, power distribution and fire alarm design across large scale commercial tenant work, restaurants, retail and apartment/condo.

He has a particular interest in lighting design and controls and has a solid background in temperature controls and mechanical equipment design.

Thomas enjoys listening to and playing jazz music. He is an electric and upright bassist. Also enjoys spending quality time with his wife, 2 sons, and 4 grandchildren.