Johnson Architecture hires Michael Schmidt as intern architect

Johnson Architecture has hired University of Tennessee graduate Michael Schmidt as an intern architect. Previously, Schmidt served as a student intern for Johnson Architecture, starting in 2018. “In Michael’s time with us as an intern, we valued his attitude and aptitude,” said Daryl Johnson, founder and president of Johnson Architecture. “As he moves into practice, we all look forward to …

Johnson Architecture project Marble Hall earns AIA East Tennessee merit award

Johnson Architecture has earned recognition for a third time for its reimagining of Marble Hall at Lakeshore Park. The East Tennessee Chapter of the American Institute of Architects presented the company with a merit award on May 1. Johnson Architecture received the distinction in the category of renovation and restoration for its work on the historic chapel. AIA East Tennessee …

Johnson Architecture project Chesapeake’s West earns Keep Knoxville Beautiful award

Chesapeake’s West, designed by Johnson Architecture, has earned a 2020 Keep Knoxville Beautiful Orchids Award for the transformation of a tire center into a modern, nautical dining experience. Award winners were announced at a ceremony Feb. 25. To accomplish their vision, the owners, Copper Cellar Family of Restaurants, collaborated with longtime partner Johnson Architecture to artfully remake the cinderblock building …

Knox.biz: 40 under 40: Emily Haire of Johnson Architecture is a creator at heart

From Knox.biz, January 2020. Johnson Architecture is bringing up more than buildings. The company’s rising star, Emily Haire, is quickly becoming one of the top project designers at the firm. The 34-year-old project architect joined Johnson in 2011 as an intern and rose to the top because of the creativity and dedication she brings to the job every day. Click …

Johnson Architecture and The Christman Company earn preservation award for $10 million renovation of First Presbyterian Church

Johnson Architecture and The Christman Company have earned an East Tennessee Preservation Award for the $10 million renovation of the historic First Presbyterian Church in downtown Knoxville. The architectural and construction firms combined considerable experience working on historic properties for the project at the 68,000-square-foot church, which was founded in 1792, just one year after Knoxville was founded in 1791. …

25th Anniversary celebration

Johnson Architecture celebrated the firm’s 25th Anniversary on Sept. 13, 2019, along with clients; industry partners; current and past employees; and friends of the firm. Daryl Johnson founded JAI in 1994.                                                           …

Johnson Architecture promotes Heather Overton to director of administration

Johnson Architecture has promoted Heather Overton to director of administration to oversee business and management operations. Overton, who joined the firm in 2009 as a business development assistant, will handle invoicing, tracking of accounts payable and receivable, and coordination of human resources and accounting functions. “Heather is very familiar with our firm and our clients and will easily transition into …

Get to Know: Brian Pittman

Brian Pittman, AIA Assoc., joined JAI in 2016.   What is your role at JAI? Designer.   What three words best describe you? Avid, affable and loquacious.   What is your favorite aspect of being on the JAI team? JAI doesn’t guilt me into playing the other firms in volleyball.   What three words best describe the culture at JAI? …

Johnson Architecture names Jeff Williamson as partner

Jeff Williamson has been named a partner at Johnson Architecture, a firm founded in 1994 that provides architecture, planning and interior design services for facilities of all types. “Jeff’s level of achievement, expertise, and impact on Johnson Architecture is remarkable,” said Daryl Johnson, founder and president of the Knoxville-based firm. “He has earned this role in our firm because of …