Community & Culture

Designing Spaces That Reflect and Serve the Public

At JMT, we believe that community and cultural buildings are more than structures—they are places of connection, identity, and shared experience. Our architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) services are rooted in a deep understanding of how these spaces shape civic life and cultural expression.

We provide comprehensive planning, design, and engineering services for a wide range of public-use facilities, including libraries, museums, performing arts centers, community centers, and civic buildings. Our multidisciplinary teams bring together architects, engineers, planners, and preservation specialists to deliver thoughtful, functional, and enduring spaces.

From the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to local government buildings and historic preservation projects, our portfolio reflects a commitment to design excellence and public value. We are experienced in both new construction and the sensitive retrofit of existing facilities, including those listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Our services span architectural and interior design tailored to community needs and cultural context; structural, MEP, and civil engineering for complex public facilities; historic preservation and adaptive reuse guided by national standards; and the integration of accessibility, sustainability, and energy efficiency. We also provide construction administration and commissioning to ensure quality and performance from concept through completion.

We understand the importance of stakeholder engagement, budget stewardship, and long-term operational success. Whether revitalizing a neighborhood landmark or creating a new civic destination, we help communities bring their vision to life.

Let’s build places that bring people together.