Celebrating 40 Years of Architecture with Purpose
Over four decades, the studio’s history reflects steady evolution and a lasting commitment to meaningful work. This timeline offers a view of its legacy and how people, projects, and purpose have shaped the practice as it stands today and the direction it continues to take.
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1984
Steve Ziger & Craig Hoopes open Ziger/Hoopes Architects as a "full-service general practice".
1985
Jamie Snead joins, and the firm rebrands as Ziger, Hoopes & Snead, Inc.
1985
Craig, Steve, and Jamie at the first holiday party.
1986
The firm moves to 1006 Morton Street, where it remains today.
1989
A private residence is recognized with the firm's first Design Excellence Award by AIA Baltimore.
1989
The firm begins working with developers and expands its renovation and adaptive reuse portfolio through projects like The Charles & Fish Co. building.
1989
A growing team celebrates at the Firm of the Month party at AIA Baltimore.
1990
The Western Maryland House is awarded an AIA Honor Award and strengthens the firm's reputation for residential design.
1990
The award-winning design for Scarlett Place Penthouse garners national attention.
1990
Steve Ziger leads the City Sand competition at the Harborplace.
1991
The firm wins the new Center Stage Head Theater with an innovative design approach that grows the cultural practice.
1992
Architecture Magazine recognizes Ziger, Hoopes & Snead as an Emerging Talent.