In its 50th anniversary year, Boston-based Bergmeyer has been named Architecture Firm of the Year by Boston Real Estate Times, honoring its transformation from a traditional architecture firm into a dynamic, omni-disciplinary design collaborative shaping the future of design across industries.
Founded in 1975, Bergmeyer now operates out of Boston, Los Angeles, and Columbus, employing over 100 professionals. The firm is recognized for its people-first, purpose-led approach that blends architecture, interior design, branding, sustainability, and experiential placemaking into a unified creative process.
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What sets Bergmeyer apart is its deeply integrated project teams—architects, interior designers, strategists, and environmental graphic designers collaborate from start to finish, ensuring seamless, human-centered outcomes. President & CEO Rachel Zsembery calls this model “a design collaborative” that breaks down traditional silos to maximize creativity and impact.
In 2024, Bergmeyer became a Certified B Corporation, reinforcing its commitment to environmental and social responsibility. In 2025, it was also recognized as one of New England’s Fastest Growing Companies, driven by strategic growth, an inclusive culture, and intentional expansion into new markets.
Bergmeyer’s portfolio spans standout retail (New Balance HQ, Lululemon), hospitality (Daily Provisions, Pressed Café), wellness (One Medical), and academic institutions (Boston College, College of Wooster), with a consistent focus on the end user experience.
Key to its success is a commitment to designing for people and their communities. The firm continues to invest in emerging technologies and the next generation of design leaders—while maintaining its independent, employee-owned model.
As Bergmeyer looks ahead, it remains anchored by its core values: design for good, cross-disciplinary innovation, and delivering spaces that serve both purpose and progress.
