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Barber McMurry is a centennial design studio rooted in East Tennessee. Our practice is shaped by our connection to our community and by our legacy of quality, iconic design. We design Here.
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About Charles I. Barber
Charles I. Barber was a famed Beaux Arts designer and a founder of Barber McMurry.
Jul 7, 2026
About Ben McMurry Jr.
Ben McMurry Jr. followed in his father's footsteps, earning an architecture degree from University of Pennsylvania, before returning to Barber McMurry.
Jul 6, 2026
About Ben McMurry Sr.
Benjamin McMurry Sr. was a University of Pennsylvania educated architect and a founder of Barber McMurry.
Jul 6, 2026
About David West Barber
David West Barber was one of Barber McMurry's first Partners, and a cousin of founder Charlie Barber.
Jul 6, 2026
Barber McMurry and the Smoky Mountains Hiking Club
Barber McMurry leaders were founding members of Smoky Mountains Hiking Club, which led a grassroots movement to found Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Jul 5, 2026
Cameron Bolin named a 2026 AIA Young Architect
Cameron Bolin, AIA, CPHC, LFA, LEED GA, was honored as a 2026 AIA Young Architect Award recipient.
Apr 9, 2026
Matt Jordan promoted to Director of Design
Matt Jordan, AIA, LFA, LEED AP, WELL AP, is Barber McMurry's Director of Design — guiding design process and culture across the studio.
Apr 6, 2026
Notation & Worsham named Associates & Stewardship Coordinators
Alison Notation, AIA, LFA, and John Michael Worsham, AIA, LFA, are Barber McMurry's first Stewardship Coordinators.
Apr 1, 2026
Katie Lowery promoted to Interior Design Manager
Katie Lowery, RID, NCIDQ, is Barber McMurry's new Interior Design Manager, guiding the firm's interior design practice.
Mar 9, 2026
Two BarberMcMurry projects are 2025 Orchid Award winners!
French Broad Veterans Memorial Park and UTIA's Agriculture & Natural Resources Building are Orchid Award winners!
Nov 6, 2025
Covenant Health Park - Ballpark of the Year!
Covenant Health Park was recognized exceptional design, fan and player amenities, gameday experience, and the overall context of the stadium — nestled into Knoxville's Old City.
Oct 15, 2025
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