The Power of Architectural Renderings for Nonprofits: A Marketer’s Perspective
The adage “seeing is believing” holds extraordinary weight in the nonprofit world. For these organizations, architectural renderings—realistic visualizations of future projects—can mean the difference between securing critical funding and an organization’s vision fizzling into obscurity. From a marketer’s perspective, architectural renderings are indispensable. When your project hinges on external funding sources, communicating the story of…
Ellen Belknap Joins Junior Achievement of Maine’s Business Hall of Fame
Ellen Belknap was inducted into Junior Achievement of Maine’s Business Hall of Fame on November 4. This honor recognizes the lasting economic and community impact she has had within Maine — from inspiring architects to guiding projects to success. Watch the video below to see how Ellen has shaped SMRT and inspired people within our…
Designing Inclusive Healthcare Environments: Upcoming Regulatory Changes to Support Patients with Disabilities
Key Takeaways Background In 2023, the Urban Institute (Institute) (www.urban.org) published research concluding that four in ten adults with disabilities experience unfair treatment in healthcare settings, at work, or when applying for public benefits (source). The Institute also reported more than 50% of those with disabilities reported a delay in receiving care because of discrimination….
SMRT Partners with Maine Celtics for 2nd Annual SMaRTer Together Design Challenge
SMRT has once again teamed up with the Maine Celtics for the SMaRTer Together Design Challenge! Under the guidance of SMRT staff, middle and high school students from the Boys and Girls Club of Southern Maine have worked diligently to create new fictional arena designs for the Maine Celtics. Their designs will be on display…
A Glimpse into SMRT’s Future with President Brad Hodges
In a recent feature by MaineBiz, SMRT’s newly appointed President, Brad Hodges, shared his insights into his vision for the future, emphasizing “a tremendous backlog of multi-year opportunities” and a firm-wide commitment to sustainability. Read the full article to learn more about SMRT’s future under Brad’s leadership, and how exposure to art and math in…
10 Employees Promoted to Principal & Associate Principal Positions
At SMRT Architects and Engineers, we believe in recognizing and cultivating talent from within. That’s why we’re proud to announce the promotion of ten employees to Principal and Associate Principal positions. “Leadership takes pride in offering our employees and interns exceptional growth and career advancement opportunities. Our team thrives on collaboration and creating valuable, long-lasting…
SMRT New York Office Awarded ‘Best Places to Work’
Our Schenectady, New York office was honored as one of the ‘Best Places to Work’ by the Albany Business Review (ABR) in 2023! Based on anonymous employee survey feedback, ABR’s Best Places to Work competition evaluates overall employee satisfaction, office culture, benefits, and growth opportunities. “More than anything else,” ABR shared, “this year’s winners developed…
Brad Hodges, PE, Named President-Elect of SMRT Architects and Engineers
He will succeed Ellen Belknap, AIA, SMRT’s leader for 20 years July 20, 2023 – SMRT Architects and Engineers (www.smrtinc.com) announces the appointment of Bradley K. Hodges, PE, as the firm’s next president, effective January 1, 2024. Hodges joined SMRT in 2001 and currently leads the firm’s Science/Technology/Manufacturing practice. He will succeed Ellen L. Belknap,…
We’re SMaRTer Together
SMRT loved partnering with the Maine Celtics to host the SMaRTer Together Design Challenge. This challenge gave high school students from Casco Bay High School, Cheverus High School, and Gorham High School the opportunity to design a fictional new arena for the Maine Celtics. SMRT architects and engineers mentored the students, offering them an exciting opportunity to learn about the fields…
A Climate Solution and Economic Opportunity
SMRT President Ellen Belknap was recently interviewed by the Maine Monitor to discuss the sustainability benefits of using Mass Timber. This material is prominently used in SMRT projects like the University of Southern Maine Portland Residence Hall and the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. Click here to read more about how Mass…