steve schmitt, aia, ncarb
Steve Schmitt is the president of Merriman Schmitt Architects. Since co-founding the firm with Jerry Merriman in 1996, he has led the design of nearly 40 million square feet of office, industrial/distribution/manufacturing, retail, and other commercial spaces. Additionally he has been responsible for millions of square feet of interiors. Steve brings more than 35 years of experience in design and project management in a broad range of commercial architectural projects. He provides hands-on leadership to the programming and design process as well as construction and technical expertise. Currently MSA employs 5 professional in the Charlotte office.
EXPERIENCE
President/Owner, Merriman Schmitt Architects, 2007 - present
Vice President, Merriman Schmitt Architects, 1997 - 2007
Principal/Owner, Stephen A. Schmitt Architecture, Charlotte, N.C., 1993 - 1997
PROFESSIONAL
Member, American Institute of Architects
Member, NCARB
Member, Urban Land Institute
Member, International Code Council
Member, National Fire Protection Association
Member, U.S. Green Building Council
COMMUNITY
Member, Social Venture Partners
Active contributor and volunteer: Alexander Youth Network, Council for Children's Rights, Youth Homes, Pat's Place, The Relatives, Museum for the New South, Sally's Y, Habitat for Humanity, Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Architecture 1982, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg VA
