Li Wang introduced UT Chancellor Donde Plowman at the November Knoxville Chamber Premier Partner Event co-sponsored by MHM and Blaine Construction. Chancellor Plowman spoke about the significant role the University of Tennessee plays in regional workforce development and how she plans to continue growing community partnership. MHM is honored to work with UT, and we look forward to continuing our role in the growth of our community.

The Student Union – Phase II at the University of Tennessee won an Outstanding Design award for the American School and University’s annual Architectural Portfolio edition. The 250,000 SF project was a joint venture with BMa and features collaborations with local artists and makers. The custom torch fixture, made by local glass blower Matthew Cummings of Pretentious Glass Co., is featured on the magazine’s cover. Check out the digital version .

We are excited to welcome a new employee to the team.

Jared Wilkins recently relocated from Portland, OR, where he spent four years gaining experience in multifamily residential design. He graduated from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 2015 with a Master of Architecture degree, and we are happy to have him back in East Tennessee!

Jeff Johnson received a University of Tennessee Accomplished Alumni Award for 2019 during a ceremony held at the quarterly UTK Library Society meeting this month. Jeff was given the award by Dean of Libraries Steve Smith and Dean of the College of Architecture and Design Scott Poole. He is the only award recipient to be nominated by two deans. Congratulations, Jeff!