FGMA Rises to No. 38 in BD+C’s 2026 Top 200 Architecture Firms Ranking
Firm advances 57 positions in national ranking based on nonresidential and multifamily building revenue OAK BROOK, IL — August 27, 2026 — FGM Architects (FGMA), a nationally recognized architecture and design firm, announced today that it has risen to No. 38 on Building Design+Construction’s 2026 Top 200 Architecture Firms list, up from No. 95 in the 2025 ranking. The 57-position […]
Andrew Stehl Earns DBIA Certification, Strengthening FGMA’s Design-Build Expertise
Andrew Stehl’s DBIA certification expands FGMA’s expertise in design-build and alternative delivery methods. Complex projects demand more than technical expertise. They require architects, contractors, consultants and owners to align early, communicate openly and solve problems as one integrated team. That collaborative mindset is central to design-build, and increasingly important across the federal market and other […]
FGMA’s Paul Klee Earns A4LE LE Fellow Designation
FGM Architects is proud to recognize Principal Paul Klee, FAIA, ALEP, LEED AP, NCARB, for earning the Learning Environment (LE) Fellow designation from the Association for Learning Environments (A4LE), one of the organization's highest honors. The LE Fellow designation recognizes individuals who have demonstrated sustained excellence, leadership and service while advancing the planning, design and […]
FGMA Advances in National Industry Rankings, Reflecting Continued Growth and Design Leadership
FGM Architects has earned higher positions on two of the architecture, engineering and construction industry's most respected national rankings. FGMA climbed to No. 67 on Architectural Record's 2026 Top 300 Architecture Firms list, rising from No. 76 in the previous year. The firm also advanced to No. 303 on Engineering News-Record's (ENR) 2026 Top 500 […]
FGM Architects Named to Crain’s Chicago Business Fast 50 List for 2026
Recognition highlights firm's exceptional five-year revenue growth and continued expansion across education, municipal and community markets. We are proud to announce that it has been named to the 2026 Crain's Chicago Business Fast 50, an annual ranking recognizing Chicago's fastest-growing companies based on five-year revenue growth. The prestigious list honors organizations that have demonstrated sustained […]
Samm James Recognized by INTERIOR DESIGN Magazine’s 30/30 Program
Samm James, an interior designer in FGMA’s St. Louis office, has been recognized by INTERIOR DESIGN Magazine’s 30/30 program as one of the region’s top designers under the age of 30. This recognition highlights emerging professionals who are helping shape the future of the design industry through leadership, collaboration and a commitment to innovation. According […]
FGMA President Tim Kwiatkowski Named to the 2026 St. Louis Business 500
FGMA President Tim Kwiatkowski has been recognized in the 2026 St. Louis Business 500, a list published by St. Louis Magazine highlighting some of the region’s most influential and impactful leaders. The St. Louis Business 500 features executives and entrepreneurs across industries who are shaping the future of the St. Louis region. The list is […]
FGMA Earns Great Place to Work Certification
At FGMA, happy, healthy people design happy, healthy communities that thrive. This year, that belief was translated into meaningful recognition. We are humbled to share that FGMA is officially Great Place to Work Certified™. Even more powerful than the certification itself: 93% of our employees say FGMA is a great place to work (compared to […]
Trauma-Informed Design Shapes Spaces that Heal, Empower and Support Community
When residents of Juniper Creek stepped into their new homes, they found a housing environment intentionally crafted to support well-being, dignity and connection. Central to this apartment complex is a design approach that reaches beyond aesthetics and function: Trauma-informed Design (TiD). The walk from home to the courtyard feels intuitive. Residents can see where they're […]
FGMA Congratulates Paul Klee on his Elevation into AIA’s College of Fellows
FGMA is pleased to announce that Principal Paul Klee has been elevated into the American Institute of Architect’s (AIA) College of Fellows. Granted to only 3% of AIA members, this prestigious designation is AIA’s highest membership honor, recognizing architectural excellence and significant contributions to the profession and society. Paul’s induction reflects his work on technical […]