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Firm Leadership Transition

Morris-Berg Architects has promoted Matthew S. Hart, AIA, NCARB to President, effective January 1, 2023. Since joining the firm in 2018, Matthew has led the firm’s business development and marketing strategies, establishing key relationships with new clients while ensuring continued satisfaction of repeat clients. In early 2022, Matthew coordinated the efforts of the firm’s Strategic Plan to ensure the firm is positioned for future success and growth. His work is rooted in education and public-facing projects, aligning with the firm’s rich history. In addition to his leadership role in the office, Matthew served as President of the North Carolina Chapter of the American Institute of Architects in 2022, is Chairman of the Belmont Planning and Zoning Board and an active member of Construction Professional Network (CPN). Aside from his professional passions, Matthew enjoys the outdoors, serving his church and spending time with his family.

Todd Berg, AIA remains active in the firm as Chairman of the Board, overseeing high level executive decisions and mentoring the next generation of leaders and architects in the company. Todd started his architectural career with the firm in 1984 and began his role as an owner with Ralph Brice and Keith Morris in 1998. Upon the untimely death of Keith Morris in 2013, Todd assumed sole ownership of the company. Since that time, his leadership guided the firm to financial stability following the Great Recession, elevated the firm’s respect within the design community for well-designed, public projects across the Charlotte Region, and established a transition plan to ensure Morris-Berg is positioned for future success. Todd is an active member of CPN of NC and AIA Charlotte, having served as its President in 2014. Under his leadership, the firm was recognized with AIA Charlotte’s Firm of the Year award in 2014.

We’ve Moved!

After an extensive quest to find a new office, Morris-Berg is thrilled to unveil its fresh location at 1018 Jay Street, Suite 130, Charlotte, NC 28208. Collaborating with @Jll on our office search was a delightful experience. Jim Thorp’s decades of expertise combined with Jaime Boast’s dynamic approach ensured prompt responses and seamless negotiations.

Our heartfelt appreciation extends to @thirdandurban for their instrumental role in developing the vibrant @lowertuck district in West Charlotte. We’re eager to contribute to the growth of this flourishing part of town. A big shoutout goes to @lilesconstructioncompany, without whose assistance we wouldn’t have settled into this sleek new space. Paul Liles and Dallin Hales worked tirelessly to consider every detail, and the end result speaks volumes. The design of this new space was a collaborative effort by the entire Morris-Berg team. It perfectly aligns with our Strategic Plan, fostering a lively and inclusive atmosphere that’s open, inviting, and nurturing for all. Glass walls not only usher in natural light but also foster a sense of togetherness. A special round of applause to our staff for their exceptional efforts in making our office a true marvel to behold!

PSMJ recognizes Morris-Berg Architects

For the fifth consecutive year, Morris-Berg Architects has been named to the PSMJ Resources, Inc. Circle of Excellence and two time Platinum Award Winner!

PSMJ Resources, Inc., the world’s leading authority on the effective management of architecture, engineering, and construction firms, recently announced the members of their 2022 Circle of Excellence, and for the 5th straight year, Morris-Berg Architects was included in this elite list of firms. Sixty-five exceptional architecture and engineering firms across the US made it onto the exclusive list this year.

PSMJ designed the Circle of Excellence to highlight successfully managed firms, and as Frank Stasiowski, FAIA, founder and CEO of PSMJ stated, “The top performing firms just think and act differently from the rest of the pack to achieve extraordinary business performance.”

Being named to the Circle of Excellence for five straight years also earned Morris-Berg the PSMJ Platinum Award, demonstrating an “unparalleled level of consistency and achievement across many different aspects of the firm’s business.” We are proud of these recognitions and of all of our staff members that helped make them possible!

About PSMJ: For almost 50 years, PSMJ Resources, Inc. has been recognized as the leading publishing, executive education, and advisory group devoted completely to improving the business performance of A/E/C organizations worldwide. PSMJ’s sought-after expertise covers a range of critical business areas such as project management, financial management, human resources, business development, transition planning, and mergers and acquisitions.

Chris Muryn joins Morris-Berg as Architect and Urban Designer

Chris Muryn, AIA, CNU joins the Morris-Berg team with over 15 years of experience in the field of Architecture and Urban Design. After graduating in 2008 from the University of Kentucky with a BArch, he found his way to Charlotte to attend UNC Charlotte. In 2010 he graduated with a Master’s in Urban Design. Chris’ design interests range from how a group of buildings fit into a landscape in master planning all the way down to how those buildings are detailed in Construction Documents. Chris has worked on a large variety of projects for retail, grocers, hospitality, office, healthcare, parking structures, CCRC, and mixed use clients. His mom was a middle school math and history teacher growing up. It is a tradition he was able to carry on as an Adjunct professor at UNC Charlotte in the Fall of 2019. He believes that all great places tell a story. That story builds as the buildings support the landscape and the landscape supports the building. He looks forward to finding the stories to tell in all his work as we build up and continue traditions of learning and community services.