Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Baltimore
Colimore Architects has been delivering trusted architectural and engineering services since 1973, maintaining a steadfast commitment to transparency, innovation, and client-focused design. With over 47 years of experience, we specialize in enhancing communities through sustainable and forward-thinking solutions tailored to healthcare, K-12 education, higher education, and government sectors. Our team of 85+ professionals combines diverse expertise with a collaborative approach, ensuring each project reflects our dedication to environmental responsibility and technical excellence. Recognized for 11 LEED-certified projects, we prioritize holistic design practices that address both functional and ecological needs.Backed by certifications as a minority-owned business enterprise, we serve clients across Maryland and beyond, fostering long-term relationships built on integrity and exceptional service. Our multidisciplinary team brings decades of experience in master planning, adaptive reuse, and building envelope systems, ensuring every project meets the highest standards of quality and innovation. From initial concept to final execution, we remain committed to advancing design excellence while addressing the evolving needs of our clients and the planet.
Services
Architecture
Master Planning
Tenant Fit-outs
Feasibility Studies
Programming
LEED Certification
Environmental Engineering
Interior Design
Sustainable Design
Building Information Modeling
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have 47+ years of experience in architectural and engineering services.
- Our team includes LEED-certified professionals committed to sustainable design.
- We specialize in healthcare, education, and government sector projects.
- We maintain 11 LEED-certified projects demonstrating environmental responsibility.
- Our multidisciplinary team ensures comprehensive solutions for complex challenges.
Associations and certifications
- LEED
- Maryland Department of Transportation
What people say
Elegant decor
Attention to detail
Forward thinking
Beautiful building additions
Expedited project timelines
Services
Architecture
Colimore Architects provides comprehensive architectural services focused on innovative and sustainable design solutions. Our expertise spans new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects across healthcare, education, and government sectors. With a team of licensed architects and LEED-certified professionals, we deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that meet evolving client needs while prioritizing environmental responsibility.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design practice integrates eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient systems, and holistic planning principles. We specialize in LEED-certified projects that balance environmental responsibility with practical functionality. Through 11 successfully completed green building initiatives, we demonstrate our commitment to reducing ecological footprints while creating spaces that enhance community well-being and long-term operational efficiency.
Building Information Modeling
Colimore's BIM services utilize advanced digital modeling to optimize design accuracy and construction coordination. Our BIM specialists create detailed 3D models that improve project visualization, identify potential conflicts early, and streamline collaboration between stakeholders. This technology-driven approach enhances efficiency across all project phases, from initial concept to final execution, ensuring precise delivery of complex architectural solutions.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating functional, aesthetically cohesive environments tailored to specific client needs. From healthcare facilities to educational institutions, we develop interior solutions that enhance user experience while maintaining compliance with industry standards. Our approach combines spatial optimization with material selection and lighting design to create spaces that support both operational requirements and occupant well-being.
LEED Certification
Colimore offers specialized LEED certification consulting to help clients achieve environmental building standards. With 11 successfully certified projects, our team guides clients through the entire LEED process, from initial assessment to final documentation. We implement sustainable strategies that reduce energy consumption, improve indoor air quality, and minimize environmental impact while ensuring compliance with rigorous green building certification requirements.
People
James A. Colimore, Jr.
Principal
Founder of Colimore Architects with 47+ years of experience in K-12, healthcare, and higher education sectors. Licensed architect dedicated to community-focused design solutions.
Ashutosh Belgi
Principal
Licensed architect with 20+ years of experience in master planning and sustainable design. LEED AP BD+C certified professional and active AIA Maryland Chapter board member.
Priya Iyer
Principal
LEED-certified principal with 20+ years of public and private sector experience. Former manager of Maryland's ADA and Sustainability Division, specializing in design leadership and project management.
Chinmoy Mitra
Principal
32-year industry veteran specializing in correctional facility design and government project management. Expert in coordinating multidisciplinary teams for complex institutional projects.
Mary Stevenson
Project Manager
Licensed architect with 20+ years of experience in institutional and commercial projects. Skilled in site programming, facility coordination, and architectural design implementation.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in healthcare, education, and government sector projects with expertise in sustainable design, master planning, and LEED-certified building solutions.
How experienced is your architectural team?
Our 85+ professionals include LEED-certified architects and BIM specialists with 47+ years of combined experience delivering complex projects across multiple sectors.
Do you offer sustainable design solutions?
Yes, we implement LEED-certified practices and eco-friendly materials to create energy-efficient buildings that minimize environmental impact while meeting functional requirements.
Are you certified as a minority-owned business?
Yes, we're certified as a minority-owned/disadvantaged business enterprise (MBE/DBE) by the Maryland Department of Transportation and other jurisdictions.
