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Johnson Architecture’s Gabrielle Howard has earned her architectural license and been named a project manager, marking an important milestone in her career. A graduate of the University of Tennessee, Howard earned her Bachelor of Architecture in 2022 and Master of
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Daryl Johnson earns Gold Medal Award, AIA chapter’s highest honor
Oct. 02, 2026Daryl Johnson, founding partner and creative director of Johnson Architecture, has received the 2026 Gold Medal Award, AIA East Tennessee’s highest honor, recognizing his contributions to architecture and the community. Johnson was presented with the prestigious award during the organization’s
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Johnson Architecture adds Simone Hashmi as intern architect
Jul. 13, 2026Johnson Architecture has hired Simone Hashmi as an intern architect. “We’re pleased to have Simone join our team,” said Jeff Williamson, president of Johnson Architecture. “She has already built a strong foundation, and we’re excited to support her as she
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Johnson Architecture to partner on The Play District: Powered by Hasbro in Pigeon Forge
Jul. 09, 2026Johnson Architecture will partner with Safe Harbor Development to provide experiential thematic design for The Play District: Powered by Hasbro, which will offer indoor family fun inspired by iconic Hasbro brands in Pigeon Forge. “Designing memorable places is at the
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Johnson Architecture appoints Jeff Williamson, Daryl Johnson to new roles
Mar. 23, 2026Johnson Architecture has named principal architect and partner Jeff Williamson president of the full-service architecture and interior design firm located in South Knoxville. Daryl Johnson, who has led the company since its founding in 1994, will continue to serve the
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Johnson Architecture’s JD Schumacher earns licensure
Feb. 16, 2026Johnson Architecture intern architect JD Schumacher has successfully completed the Architecture Registration Examination (ARE) to become fully licensed, earning the title of project manager. “JD is a longtime member of our team, first as an intern for two summers while
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Johnson Architecture enhances leadership with Haire, Overton, and Reynolds
Nov. 07, 2025Johnson Architecture has named three new partners: Emily Haire, Heather Overton, and Kelly Reynolds. “Planning for the future is essential for any business, not just in how we work, but in how we lead,” said Daryl Johnson, founder and president
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Johnson Architecture earns Orchids Award for new headquarters
Nov. 06, 2025Johnson Architecture has earned a 2025 Keep Knoxville Beautiful Orchids Award for the adaptive reuse of its headquarters, transforming a fading industrial building into a striking, purpose-built office space. Located at 2018 Davenport Road in the South Knoxville Waterfront District,
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Johnson Architecture’s Debbie McCarter earns licensure
Nov. 04, 2025Johnson Architecture intern architect Debbie McCarter has successfully completed the Architecture Registration Examination (ARE) to become fully licensed, earning the title of project manager. “Since Debbie joined our team in 2023, she’s worked diligently to pursue the extended process of
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Johnson Architecture grants scholarships to four University of Tennessee students, renews scholarship commitment for five years
Oct. 22, 2025Four students in the University of Tennessee College of Architecture and Design have received a scholarship from Johnson Architecture for the 2025-26 school year to help enhance their educational experiences. Architecture students Maya Donahue and Madelyn Neidhart and interior architecture
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