100+ DES managed facilities. 300+ projects.

KMB has served as one of the State’s On-Call Architects for several biennia. In the past five years, we have completed more than 300 projects at 100 DES managed facilities.

Trusted Partner

KMB has built a reputation for being a trusted partner to the Department of Enterprise Services and facility managers across Washington. From early planning studies to phased renovations in occupied buildings, we understand the range of projects required to keep our state’s buildings and infrastructure in good working order. We offer comprehensive architectural, planning, and construction phase services to guide projects from initial identification of need through project closeout and occupancy.

experienced team

Over the past three decades, we’ve collaborated with nearly every state agency, including DES, DOC, DSHS, WMD, DCYF, DNR, ECY, L&I, DVA, and 13 community and technical colleges. We are honored to continue serving as one the State’s On-Call Architects and our experienced team is ready to hit the ground running on our next project, no learning curve required. Our typical services include:

Specialized Capabilities:

  • On-Call Contracts

  • Emergency Repairs

  • Occupied Buildings

  • Construction Phasing & Administration

Planning Project Development:

  • Master Planning

  • PRR’s

  • Feasibility Studies

  • Predesigns

  • Facility Assessments

  • Cost Estimating

  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis

Building Upgrades & Interiors:

  • Remodels

  • Roofing

  • Safety/Security

  • Sustainability

  • Historic Preservation

  • Door Replacements

  • Elevators

  • Envelope Repairs

  • Renovations

  • Additions

  • Flooring

  • Signage

tailored approach

No matter the size of the project, we approach each one with the same level of care and attention-to-detail. Our teams are led by dedicated Principals who bring specialized knowledge of each DES agency to ensure continuity of relationships, sharing of institutional knowledge, and timely delivery of project agreements. We select our teams based on the specific needs and expertise required, ensuring the right people are “in the room” to bring the best combination of skills and value to each project.

 

Meet your Dedicated Team:

Tony Lindgren, PE, Assoc. DBIA

Facility Expertise: DES, DOC, DSHS, WMD, ECY, DNR, L&I, DVA

James Hill, AIA

Facility Expertise: Community & Technical Colleges

Gregory Cook, AIA, CCHP

Facility Expertise: DOC, DSHS, DCYF

Featured Work:

Door Access Control

Capitol Campus

Building 28 Renovation

South Puget Sound Community College

Roof & HVAC REplacement

Washington State Penitentiary

Safety Master Plan

Tacoma Community College