We are excited to the see the Aspire Market Exchange Pavilion taking shape at the new ASPIRE Park in Clinton, Tennessee!

MHM is serving as the Architect of Record along with PORT Urbanism (Design Architect)  on the 400-acre  in Clinton, Tennessee which will serve as a regional destination park to enjoy the beautiful East Tennessee landscape in a variety of recreational opportunities. Located along the Clinch River, the new park includes a 22,000-sf visitors’ center (Onward and Upward Center); a 5,000-sf boat house/kayak launch; a 200-ft long Market Exchange Pavilion (pictured here); a 1.5-acre signature playground; a 2-acre bike pump-track and skills course; an 8-acre wildflower meadow; nearly 2,500 newly planted trees; 18 miles of bike and hiking trails; and a canopy walk overlook structure wrapping an existing on-site water tank with spectacular views of the Smoky Mountains to the south. The 25-acre Phase 1 of the park is set to open in 2021. 

As Covid-19 continues to be a concern, MHM is remaining steadfast in our dedication to the health and safety of employees, while delivering quality projects to our clients.

While many are continuing to work remotely, companies are making plans for office adjustments as more people head . At MHM, we have taken measures including health screenings, additional dividers between workstations, and protocols for social distancing within the office. In addition to these short-term solutions, we are taking this opportunity to rethink the way we design spaces for the long term. 

Throughout our industry, . Not only will the pandemic undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the way our spaces are designed, but also the way we interact with both our work area and each other.

MHM looks forward to beginning the design process for the Lauderdale County Agricultural Events Center in Florence, Alabama. The new center will be a multi-use community facility to accommodate a wide variety of uses and events including concerts, rodeos, graduations, athletic competitions, family entertainment shows, as well as livestock and equestrian competitions and events. The master plan also envisions the development of a new state VoTech educational facility, retail, hotels, exhibition center, livestock arena/barn and RV camping to augment this multi-venue complex. MHM is working with equestrian and event expert Charles D. Smith Architecture & Planning; landscape architect, IBI Placemaking and Volkert Inc. as construction manager.

MHM is excited to add two new members to the team.

Courtney St. John graduated from the Ohio State University with a B.S. in Architecture. She worked for a few years in Columbus, OH gaining experience in commercial work and became an active member of AIA Ohio. With the desire to broaden her knowledge in the field, she continued her education and received a Master’s in Architecture from the University of Tennessee. Her appreciation for sustainability, detail, and creativity allows her to bring a holistic approach to every project.

Zherti Jasa is a recent graduate from the University of Tennessee with a Master’s of Architecture and a Bachelor’s of Science in Interior Architecture. She is a passionate designer that works diligently to understand and practice all facets of design. Her work experience ranges from architectural, landscape, interior design, and construction firms which has allowed her to bring a well-rounded design approach to every project.

MHM is excited to see progress underway at the downtown Marriott Conversion. The Marriott is a two-phase, hotel brand conversion with Blaine Construction as CM and Interior Designers Stonehill Taylor. The project includes site improvements, exterior façade and mechanical system upgrades, and a full lobby and guestroom renovation. The banquet halls on the park level will receive a full renovation as well, including an expanded ballroom space.

In addition to the hotel renovation, the public focused areas adjacent to both the Marriott and The Tennessean will get a major facelift. A new entry between the two hotels will feature local muralists’ work, while openings along the World’s Fair Park Façade will connect the renovated interior spaces to the park. Newly branded program including a local coffee shop, restaurant and gameroom, and a retail area showcasing local makers will breathe new life into the currently underutilized space.